Locally Heavy Rainfall for the Carolinas; Thunderstorms and Fire Weather Concerns for Intermountain West

Heavy rainfall from scattered thunderstorms is expected across the Southwest, Intermountain West, and Plains. Isolated dry thunderstorms may initiate additional fires across the west. The coastal Carolinas may experience flash floods in the coming days due to repeated thunderstorms. Additionally, a wave of intense summer heat will hit the Southern Plains and central Gulf Coast States this week. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Sep 12, 2024 at 7:22:34 am CDT

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Hurricane Francine

Climate

A Wind Advisory has been issued beginning 7 AM CDT Thursday and continuing through 7 AM CDT Friday for all of northern AL and southern middle TN due to wind gusts near 35-40 mph. Impacts include downed trees and powerlines which could lead to power outages as well as hazardous travel, especially for high profile vehicles. Be sure to secure loose, outdoor items and watch for cross winds while traveling.

Flood Watch for Flash Flooding in effect now through 7am Saturday. For all of N AL and Southern Middle TN for 2-5" of rainfall. Francine rainbands could produce locally higher amounts of 7-10". Remember, Turn Around, Don't Drown.

High temperatures and precipitation chances for today.

Low temperatures and precipitation chances for tonight.

High temperatures and precipitation chances for tomorrow.

Hurricane Francine continues its trek north and east towards the Tennessee Valley. Impacts arrive locally on Thu and Fri with hazards including gusty winds (30-40mph), heavy rainfall (highest amounts along/west of I-65) that could lead to flash flooding, and one or two tornadoes. Be sure to check back in for updates and have multiple ways to get warnings.

This graphic contains daily climate data (climate normals and records) for today for the sites listed. The legend is in the upper left portion of the image. The current normals period is 1991-2020.


*Location*	*Sky/Weather*	*Temp*	*Dewpt*	RH	*Wind*	*Baro*	*Remarks*
Huntsville
Muscle Shoals
Decatur
Meridianville
Vinemont
Albertville
Scottsboro
Fort Payne
Winchester
Note: "N/A" or "MISG" will be displayed if values are not available. In the LOCATION column, click on links for a list of recent observations at sites of interest. In the WIND column, VRB is "variable" and G is "gust". Wind speeds are in MPH. In the BARO (pressure) column, values are in inches. In the REMARKS column, HX is "heat index", WCI is "wind chill index", and VSB is "visibility" (if shown).

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