Strong storms expected today across much of Alabama
Wednesday, June 26, 2025 – NEW YORK (10:00 AM EDT) – Much of Alabama faces the threat of strong to severe thunderstorms today, with conditions expected to remain unstable through Friday. According to the NOAA Storm Prediction Center, today’s severe weather risk places most of eastern and southern Alabama under a Level 2 out of 5 (slight) category. Central Alabama and areas outside the northwestern corner are under a Level 1 (marginal) risk.
These storms, tracking from east to west, are anticipated to develop in Georgia before entering Alabama this afternoon. The National Weather Service highlights the threat of damaging straight-line winds, hail, and heavy downpours. Tornadoes are not expected at this time.
Afternoon temperatures will climb into the low to mid 90s°F (33–35°C), with high humidity making it feel even hotter. These oppressive heat levels will serve as fuel for storm development and intensification, especially during the late afternoon and evening hours.
Thursday: Isolated strong storms statewide
On Thursday, June 27, all of Alabama will face a Level 1 risk, meaning isolated severe storms are possible throughout the day. The greatest risks remain strong winds and hail, especially during the afternoon and evening. Overnight hours are expected to bring diminishing activity as temperatures gradually fall into the upper 70s°F (around 25°C).
Friday: Eastern Alabama under threat again
By Friday, June 28, the Storm Prediction Center continues the alert, assigning a Level 1 severe risk to the eastern half of Alabama. Damaging gusts, hail, and torrential rain remain the primary hazards. Storms will once again be most active during the afternoon and evening, driven by daytime heating and lingering humidity.
The weekend: Storm chances continue, but lower risk
While no formal severe weather risk has been issued for Saturday and Sunday, the National Weather Service forecasts daily chances for scattered afternoon storms. With temperatures soaring into the low 90s°F (above 33°C) and humidity remaining high, even non-severe thunderstorms could become intense, producing frequent lightning and localized flash flooding.
Residents across Alabama should remain alert through the remainder of the week, as changing atmospheric conditions could modify the current forecast.
