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James Spann is one of the most recognized and trusted television meteorologists in the industry. He holds the AMS CCM designation and television seals from the AMS and NWA. He is a past winner of the Broadcast Meteorologist of the Year from both professional organizations.

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Winter Storm Potential For North Alabama Friday

Winter Storm Potential For North Alabama Friday

| January 7, 2025 @ 3:03 pm

COLD AIR IN PLACE: For most of Alabama, the sky is sunny this afternoon… but the exception is the northwest part of the state where clouds are hanging tough at mid-afternoon. Temperatures under the cloud cover are hovering around freezing… elsewhere we have upper 30s and low 40s.

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Cold, Dry Through Thursday; Wintry Mix Arrives Friday

Cold, Dry Through Thursday; Wintry Mix Arrives Friday

| January 7, 2025 @ 5:35 am

COLD: Temperatures will remain well below average through the rest of the week across the Deep South, and Alabama will be dry through Thursday. Highs will range from 35 to 45 degrees across the state, with lows well below freezing. The northern third of the state will dip into the teens early Thursday morning.

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Cold, Dry Weather Through Thursday; Wintry Precipitation For North AL Friday Morning

Cold, Dry Weather Through Thursday; Wintry Precipitation For North AL Friday Morning

| January 6, 2025 @ 2:52 pm

COLD: Snow flurries and showers have ended across Alabama this afternoon, but clouds linger over most of the state. It is a cold, windy afternoon with temperatures ranging from the upper 20s over the northern counties to around 40 degrees near Dothan.

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Windy, Cold Today; Potential For Snow/Ice For Some Friday

Windy, Cold Today; Potential For Snow/Ice For Some Friday

| January 6, 2025 @ 5:30 am

COLD AIR MOVING IN: Temperatures will fall into the 30s across the northern half of Alabama this morning, and will stay there all day with an icy north wind. A few snow flurries are possible in the cold air, but there will be no impact.

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Rain, Wind Sunday/Sunday Night, Then Much Colder

Rain, Wind Sunday/Sunday Night, Then Much Colder

| January 3, 2025 @ 2:01 pm

SUNNY, COOL AFTERNOON: Temperatures are mostly in the 50s across Alabama this afternoon with a sunny sky. Tonight will be clear with a low in the 24-34 degree range for most of Alabama.

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Windy With Rain Moving In Sunday; Much Colder Next Week

Windy With Rain Moving In Sunday; Much Colder Next Week

| January 3, 2025 @ 5:47 am

DRY THROUGH TOMORROW: A dry cold front will pass through Alabama today with scattered clouds; expect a high in the 50s this afternoon, which is right at average values for early January. Tomorrow will be a bit colder; temperatures won’t get out of the 40s over the northern half of the state after starting the day in the 20s.

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Rain Returns Sunday; Much Colder Air For Next Week

Rain Returns Sunday; Much Colder Air For Next Week

| January 2, 2025 @ 2:37 pm

SUNNY, COOL JANUARY DAY: Temperatures are mostly in the 50s across Alabama this afternoon with a cloudless sky. Tonight will be clear and cold; expect a low between 25 and 35 degrees.

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Dry Through Saturday; Rain Returns Sunday/Sunday Night

Dry Through Saturday; Rain Returns Sunday/Sunday Night

| January 2, 2025 @ 5:43 am

COOL DAYS, COLD NIGHTS: Alabama’s weather won’t change much through Saturday with mostly sunny cool days and clear cold nights. Highs will be in the 50s today tomorrow, then dropping into the 40s Saturday over the northern counties

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Rain Returns Sunday; Much Colder Next Week

Rain Returns Sunday; Much Colder Next Week

| January 1, 2025 @ 2:06 pm

DRY, COOL DAY: Most of Alabama is enjoying sunshine in full supply this afternoon with temperatures in the 50s… but clouds are over the Tennessee Valley with 40s there. Tonight will be mostly fair and cold with a low in the 25-35 degree range.

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Dry/Seasonal Temps Through Saturday; Rain Returns Sunday

Dry/Seasonal Temps Through Saturday; Rain Returns Sunday

| January 1, 2025 @ 5:40 am

CALM DAYS: Cooler air has dropped into Alabama, and temperatures will be very close to average levels through Friday with mostly sunny days and fair nights. Highs generally in the low to mid 50s, lows in the low to mid 30s.

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Cooler Days Ahead; Much Colder Next Week

Cooler Days Ahead; Much Colder Next Week

| December 31, 2024 @ 2:47 pm

WINDY AFTERNOON: Westerly winds are gusting to 30/35 mph across much of North Alabama this afternoon with mostly sunny sky. Temperatures range from the 50s over the northern counties, to the 70s over South Alabama.

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Dry, Seasonal Weather Through Mid-Week; Cold Wave Next Week

Dry, Seasonal Weather Through Mid-Week; Cold Wave Next Week

| December 31, 2024 @ 5:43 am

CALM DAYS: Clouds have moved into Alabama this morning; temperatures are mostly in the upper 50s and low 60s as the day begins. The sky becomes partly sunny today with highs in the 60-65 degree range.

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Isolated Showers Late Tonight; Otherwise Dry Through Saturday

Isolated Showers Late Tonight; Otherwise Dry Through Saturday

| December 30, 2024 @ 2:37 pm

SUNNY, PLESANT AFTERNOON: With sunshine in full supply this afternoon temperatures are in the 60s in most areas; we note Mobile has reached the low 70s.

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Quiet Weather This Week; Very Cold Air About Ten Days Out

Quiet Weather This Week; Very Cold Air About Ten Days Out

| December 30, 2024 @ 5:50 am

CALMER DAYS: Alabama’s weather will be dry and pleasant today following the severe storms over the weekend. The high this afternoon will be in the mid to upper 60s for most communities; about ten degrees above average for late December. Clouds will increase tonight and tomorrow, and few small showers or sprinkles are possible with an upper trough passing through.

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