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Light Rain At Times Today; Bitterly Cold Arctic Air Arrives Friday

Light Rain At Times Today; Bitterly Cold Arctic Air Arrives Friday

| December 20, 2022 @ 5:51 am

RADAR CHECK: We have areas of light rain across most of Alabama early this morning with temperatures generally in the low 40s. Expect some light rain at times through the day with a cloudy sky… temperatures hold in the 42-46 degree range. Then, tomorrow will be a dry day with a mix of sun and clouds; temperatures reach the low to mid 50s.

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Alabama NewsCenter — Grief during holidays: stages, types and coping tips

Alabama NewsCenter — Grief during holidays: stages, types and coping tips

| December 19, 2022 @ 4:00 pm

The holiday season is often portrayed as idyllic, cheerful and full of warmth. But for some, this season can be a time of sadness and grief, which may be caused by a loss of a loved one, loss of identity, loss of dreams or loss of relationships, according to Shannon McCarthy, Ph.D., assistant professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Education.

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Rain At Times Through Tomorrow; Frigid, Arctic Air Arrives Friday

Rain At Times Through Tomorrow; Frigid, Arctic Air Arrives Friday

| December 19, 2022 @ 3:05 pm

RADAR CHECK: Light rain is moving into Alabama this afternoon; some sleet was mixed with the rain as it started to fall over parts of West Alabama earlier this afternoon. Expect periods of rain through tomorrow; the most widespread rain will be over the southern half of the state… amounts should be generally under 1/2 inch. Otherwise, it will be cloudy and cold through tomorrow.

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Midday Nowcast: Increasing Clouds; End of Week Arctic Blast

Midday Nowcast: Increasing Clouds; End of Week Arctic Blast

| December 19, 2022 @ 10:14 am

Clouds are increasing today and this afternoon some areas of rain will be moving in from the southwest as a disturbance works along the Gulf Coast the next 24 hours.

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Alabama NewsCenter — New microscopes to position University of Alabama as leader in materials characterization

Alabama NewsCenter — New microscopes to position University of Alabama as leader in materials characterization

| December 19, 2022 @ 10:00 am

A suite of new instruments focused on understanding materials will give the University of Alabama an elite platform to offer solutions to perplexing challenges while expanding opportunities for students to participate in cutting-edge research and enhanced classroom instruction.

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Some Light Rain Later Today/Tonight/Tomorrow; Arctic Blast Friday

Some Light Rain Later Today/Tonight/Tomorrow; Arctic Blast Friday

| December 19, 2022 @ 5:48 am

CLOUDS RETURN TODAY: Temperatures are below freezing across most of Alabama early this morning with a fair sky. Clouds increase today ahead of a disturbance that will bring some light rain to the state late this afternoon, tonight, and tomorrow. It is possible a few ice pellets could be mixed in with the rain as it initially falls, but if that happens there will be no impact.

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Alabama NewsCenter — Recipe: Simple Ham and Swiss Brunch Bake

Alabama NewsCenter — Recipe: Simple Ham and Swiss Brunch Bake

| December 18, 2022 @ 4:00 pm

The holidays are upon us and no doubt you’re planning an amazing meal with all the trimmings.

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Christmas Cold Wave Update (Sunday Evening)

Christmas Cold Wave Update (Sunday Evening)

| December 18, 2022 @ 3:04 pm

A bitterly cold, Arctic airmass will invade the Deep South Thursday night, and will persist through the Christmas weekend.

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Forecast Update:  No Major Changes, Very Cold Air for Christmas

Forecast Update: No Major Changes, Very Cold Air for Christmas

| December 18, 2022 @ 11:17 am

It is a beautiful but chilly day across Alabama, but the real cold is coming by early Friday.

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Alabama NewsCenter — Keep the flu out of your home, classrooms and work

Alabama NewsCenter — Keep the flu out of your home, classrooms and work

| December 18, 2022 @ 10:00 am

The number of Alabamians showing signs of flu-like illness is rising with every passing week, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.

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Alabama’s Coldest Air Since January 2018 On Its Way

Alabama’s Coldest Air Since January 2018 On Its Way

| December 18, 2022 @ 7:00 am

It will be dreary and chilly week, with some really cold air coming in late Thursday.

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Christmas Cold Wave – Sunday Morning Update

Christmas Cold Wave – Sunday Morning Update

| December 18, 2022 @ 5:43 am

CHRISTMAS COLD WAVE: A bitterly cold, Arctic airmass will invade the Deep South Thursday night, and will persist through the Christmas weekend. Here are some important points as of Sunday morning: *Ahead of the Arctic front, some light rain is possible late Thursday afternoon. As cold air rushes into the state, the rain will likely […]

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