James Spann: Scattered strong storms this evening over north Alabama

RADAR CHECK: Scattered strong thunderstorms are pushing into northwest Alabama this afternoon. Otherwise, with a partly sunny sky temperatures are mostly in the 80s. A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for the northern third of the state until 10 p.m.; heavier storms that form this evening will be capable of producing hail and strong, gusty winds. Scattered storms should be over by midnight; lows tonight will be in the 60s.

FRIDAY AND THE WEEKEND: The weather will remain somewhat unsettled, with a risk of showers and a few thunderstorms each day. But it certainly won’t rain all day, and the sun will break out at times. Most, but not necessarily all, of the showers will come from around 2 until 11 p.m., and while some thunder is possible, we expect no severe storms. Highs will be in the 70s.

NEXT WEEK: Showers remain possible Monday and Tuesday, but the weather will be dry Wednesday through Friday as an upper ridge builds in from the south. Highs remain in the 70s Monday and Tuesday, but by the end of the week the high will be around 90 degrees for a preview of summer.

ON THIS DATE IN 2024: Fifteen tornadoes touched down across north Alabama. Two were rated EF-3; one passed near Henagar, one west of Athens. There were eight injuries and no fatalities. Two tornadoes in south Alabama from the same event brought the statewide total to 17.

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