Huntsville, Alabama – Sweltering heat will grip northern Alabama and parts of southern middle Tennessee on Sunday, with heat index values soaring as high as 106° from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., triggering a Heat Advisory across the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, the heat is expected to intensify through midweek, with heat index readings peaking between 105° and 110° from Monday to Wednesday. The advisory covers areas including Huntsville, Florence, Russellville, and Cullman, where even short outdoor exposure could become hazardous.
Cities like Huntsville and Decatur are bracing for highs in the upper 90s, while overnight lows will offer little relief—staying in the mid-70s. Pop-up storms may offer brief cooling but bring lightning and gusty winds. Residents are urged to limit outdoor activity, stay hydrated, check on vulnerable neighbors, and never leave pets or people in vehicles…