CLANTON –Wednesday, 100 pm, July 1, 2026
The latest model and observational data show very high instability and an atmosphere conducive to damaging wind gusts from 50-65 mph, hail, and torrential rainfall for the remainder of the afternoon and early evening, especially in the Slight Risk area. Any storm that develops could quickly become severe. There is no tornado threat.
Hot and humid conditions will continue into the weekend with highs in the 90s and lows only reaching the middle 70s. Heat index values could reach 114 in a few spots in northern Alabama, with 100-111 across the rest of the state today.
On both Thursday and Friday, afternoon heat index values will generally range from 100 to 107. The Heat Advisories may be extended into Friday for some locations across northern and central Alabama.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Children and pets should NEVER be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.
Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are forecast mainly across the northern half of the state during the afternoons and evenings both Thursday and Friday, and statewide on Saturday. A few storms each day could produce wind gusts from 40-60 mph, hail and frequent lightning.
Beginning on Sunday, a pattern shift will occur with scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms through at least next Tuesday, mainly during the afternoon and evening hours. The increase in both cloud cover and precipitation should keep afternoon temperatures below Heat Advisory criteria.
Since this is a holiday weekend with a lot of outdoor activity, make sure you remain weather aware. If you hear thunder, you are most likely within range of being struck by lightning. Don’t become a statistic! When thunder roars, go indoors.
