Alabama Weather Forecast
Alabama weather: 81°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for Alabama
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
Peak gusts of 26 mph and 2 thunderstorm days in the next 16 days.
Wettest single day forecast at 0,4 in, 1,8 in across the window. Flash flooding risk rises sharply above 50 mm in a day.
Active alerts for Alabama
Derived from the forecast. No official alert feed is wired for this country yet.
16-day forecast for Alabama
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Aug 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 96° / 75° | 6% | 8 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | 🌧️ Showers | 97° / 75° | 11% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ⛈️ Violent showers | 97° / 75° | 5% · 0,4 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light showers | 96° / 75° | 26% · 0,2 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light showers | 84° / 73° | 52% · 0,2 in | 9 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 86° / 73° | 53% · 0,2 in | 5 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 94° / 72° | 21% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 96° / 74° | 21% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 98° / 75° | 13% | 7 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 103° / 78° | 12% | 6 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 103° / 78° | 20% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 103° / 76° | 26% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 95° / 74° | 29% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 94° / 73° | 26% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 101° / 73° | 23% · 0,2 in | 5 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 99° / 77° | 26% · 0,2 in | 13 mph | 7 |
What this means for Alabama
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 96°F is 4.1°F above the 92°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 70°F.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Alabama?
Alabama is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 32.3792, -86.3077. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Alabama right now?
It is currently 81°F (27°C) with clear. Humidity is 76% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Alabama?
March, April, June, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Alabama, which has a temperate climate. January, May and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Alabama in?
Alabama observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 5:38 AM.
How many people live in Alabama?
Alabama has a population of approximately 5.1 million.
What is the nearest airport to Alabama?
The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 140 mi away, Nashville International Airport (BNA), 260 mi away and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), 286 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Alabama?
Popular options include Gulf State Park.
What places are in Alabama?
Alabama covers 1 places in this atlas, including Gulf State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 5:38 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
