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RIGHT NOW: Much of North Alabama is getting a break from the rain, and the sun has popped out in a number of areas pushing temperatures into the mid 80s. However, to the west, showers and storms continue to increase over North-Central Mississippi, and these are positioned to move into West Alabama within the next hour or so. These storms will pass through the rest of the state early tonight, possibly bringing heavy downpours to come communities and some sharp cloud to ground lightning.
TOMORROW THROUGH SUNDAY: A very moist airmass will remain in place, and scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms can be expected each day, with highs generally in the mid 80s. While the rain won’t be continuous, and the sun will peek out at times, rain could come at any time, and could be locally heavy. The HPC guys continue to suggest an additional three inches of rain for much of Alabama; see the Weather Xtreme video for the graphics. A few strong storms are possible along the way, but for now major severe weather problems are not expected.
NEXT WEEK: The upper ridge begins to rebuild, which should mean warmer days and fewer showers and storms. Highs should be close to 90 by Monday and Tuesday with scattered, mostly afternoon showers and storms. Still no sign of any really serious heat wave here through mid-August (but remember, the weather is almost always hot and humid around here in mid-August).
AT THE BEACH: Surely there will be a large number of people slipping off for a late getaway to the beach since summer vacation is almost over. Not the most ideal weather but neither will there be an all day rain. There will be scattered thunderstorms each day with Friday having more than any other day. There will be several hours of sunshine each day with high temperatures along the immediate beach area around 88.
TROPICAL WEATHER: The tropics are quiet. No sign at all of Ana, which will be our first named storm of the season. It is fairly unusual to go this late in the season without a named storm.
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