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Scott Martin is an operational meteorologist, professional graphic artist, musician, husband, and father. Not only is Scott a member of the National Weather Association, but he is also the Central Alabama Chapter of the NWA president. Scott is also the co-founder of Racecast Weather, which provides forecasts for many racing series across the USA. He also supplies forecasts for the BassMaster Elite Series events including the BassMaster Classic.

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Sunny & Cool Today; Becoming Warmer with Showers at Times Starting Tomorrow

Sunny & Cool Today; Becoming Warmer with Showers at Times Starting Tomorrow

| December 7, 2024 @ 12:36 pm

As of the 12pm round up from across Central Alabama, skies are mostly sunny with temperatures ranging from the upper 40s to the upper 50s.

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From Freeze to Showers: A Dynamic Week Ahead for Central Alabama

From Freeze to Showers: A Dynamic Week Ahead for Central Alabama

| December 7, 2024 @ 5:30 am

Central Alabama will experience a mix of freezing mornings, milder rainy days, and a midweek cooldown, with a strong cold front bringing showers and thunder early in the week before giving way to crisp, sunny weather by Thursday and Friday.

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We’ll Be Transitioning from Meteorological Fall to Meteorological Winter This Weekend, & It Will Feel Like It Too

We’ll Be Transitioning from Meteorological Fall to Meteorological Winter This Weekend, & It Will Feel Like It Too

| November 30, 2024 @ 6:44 am

After waking up with a widespread freeze this morning with morning lows starting off in the lower 20s to the upper 20s in North/Central Alabama, and in the upper 20s to the mid 30s in South Alabama, today’s highs will top out in the upper 40s in the northeast to the upper 50s with mostly sunny skies and winds out of the northwest.

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The 5AM Weather Check

The 5AM Weather Check

| November 28, 2024 @ 5:00 am

The line of storms has made it southward and now stretches from Butler to Selma to Alexander City to Wedowee, and so far, the line has behaved on its path through the state. The severe weather threat has ended for those north of the line of storms.

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Rain & Storms Staying Below Severe Criteria As We Approach 2AM

Rain & Storms Staying Below Severe Criteria As We Approach 2AM

| November 28, 2024 @ 1:57 am

Instability has started to increase across the southern half of the state, especially along the I-65 corridor and west.

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A Pre-Midnight Look at Our Weather Situation

A Pre-Midnight Look at Our Weather Situation

| November 27, 2024 @ 11:54 pm

As we are making our way to the midnight hour just before we yell out, “gobble, gobble” and feast on our favorite Thanksgiving foods, we do have to get through our little severe weather threat from now through the pre-dawn hours.

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Frost Advisories and a Freeze Warning Issued for the Overnight Hours

Frost Advisories and a Freeze Warning Issued for the Overnight Hours

| November 23, 2024 @ 12:28 pm

Good afternoon, friends! We’ve got an important update from the National Weather Service that I want to bring to your attention.

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Still Cool Out There in Some Spots, Even in the Sunshine

Still Cool Out There in Some Spots, Even in the Sunshine

| November 23, 2024 @ 11:49 am

While the sunshine is helping to warm you up some while you are standing out in its rays, it is still rather cool as we approach the midday hour.

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Another Cool Day Today; Warmer on Sunday

Another Cool Day Today; Warmer on Sunday

| November 23, 2024 @ 5:15 am

Good morning, friends! We’re off to a frosty start this Saturday across Alabama, so grab that jacket and maybe even some gloves if you’re heading out early.

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A Near Picture-Perfect Fall Weekend Across The State

A Near Picture-Perfect Fall Weekend Across The State

| November 16, 2024 @ 6:00 am

Get ready for a picture-perfect fall weekend with sunshine, cool mornings, and comfortable afternoons—but changes are on the horizon as rain and cooler air make their way into the forecast next week!

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Showers Out There This Afternoon

Showers Out There This Afternoon

| November 9, 2024 @ 3:11 pm

Showers are currently moving through Jefferson County and approaching the downtown Birmingham area. Umbrellas will be needed very shortly down at Protective Life Stadium for the UAB game.

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A Few Showers at Times Through the Weekend & the Start of Next Week

A Few Showers at Times Through the Weekend & the Start of Next Week

| November 9, 2024 @ 7:03 am

Some showers will be possible at times this weekend and into the beginning of the workweek. Drier and cooler air moves in for the rest of the week. Rafael is slowly weakening in the Gulf and is no threat to the US.

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Subtropical Storm Patty Formed Earlier This Morning; Heading for The Azores

Subtropical Storm Patty Formed Earlier This Morning; Heading for The Azores

| November 2, 2024 @ 9:45 am

Patty’s maximum sustained winds have increased to 65 mph (100 km/h), with higher gusts. Gradual weakening is anticipated, and Patty is expected to transition into a post-tropical low by Sunday night.

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Dry With Some Clouds At Times This Weekend; Tropical Madness Starting to Fire Up in the Caribbean

Dry With Some Clouds At Times This Weekend; Tropical Madness Starting to Fire Up in the Caribbean

| November 2, 2024 @ 6:30 am

Today, a ridge of high pressure will dominate, bringing clearing skies and warm temperatures. Don’t forget to set your clocks back tonight as we ‘fall back’ an hour! For football fans, it’s a beautiful day! Auburn, UAB, and Troy will enjoy sunny skies with temperatures reaching the low 80s by game time.

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