MONTGOMERY, Alabama – A humid and unsettled pattern has taken hold across Alabama this morning, as a broad area of rain sweeps in from Mississippi, marking the beginning of several days of unsettled weather. This atmospheric setup will linger through the weekend, fueled by a surge of deep Gulf moisture.
A soggy Wednesday morning across central Alabama
Waking up this Wednesday, residents across Montgomery, Birmingham, and surrounding regions are greeted by widespread showers and occasional rumbles of thunder. The overnight low settled near 60°F (16°C), with overcast skies and a light breeze, occasionally gusting.
The rain is not severe, but it is persistent. Cloud cover is expected to stick around for most of the day, keeping the atmosphere muggy, though temperatures will be seasonably mild, peaking in the upper 70s to near 80°F (26–27°C).
Rain chances every day through the weekend
Looking ahead, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday will all bring a chance for showers and a few thunderstorms, though severe weather is not expected. The instability across the region remains low, limiting the strength of any storms that form. However, with the potential for multiple rounds of rain across the same areas, there’s a growing concern for localized flooding.
Afternoon highs will continue to hover in the upper 70s to low 80s (25–27°C), while overnight temperatures will settle between the upper 50s and mid 60s (14–18°C).
Mother’s Day weekend stays unsettled
Unfortunately for those hoping for a dry Mother’s Day weekend, the forecast holds more of the same. Saturday and Sunday both carry scattered rain and thunderstorm chances, with temperatures in the 70s (21–26°C) and overnight lows ranging from the mid-50s to lower 70s (13–22°C).
Although the chance for strong storms is minimal, the persistent rain could enhance flooding potential, particularly in low-lying or poorly drained areas. Meteorologists will be closely monitoring rain totals as the week progresses.
No pattern shift in sight
Looking beyond the weekend, this wet pattern shows no immediate signs of breaking. Without a strong cold front or high-pressure system, Alabama will likely remain in a moist, unsettled regime through early next week, with daily rain chances continuing.
