ALABAMA — A big change is coming to Alabama this weekend, with a good chance for much-needed rain after last weekend’s sunshine. Scattered showers and storms will begin Friday evening, followed by steadier rain and storms from Saturday afternoon into Sunday. The Weather Prediction Center is forecasting more than 4 inches of rain in some areas, though ensemble guidance shows about a 30 to 40 percent chance of 2 inches or more.
Scattered Showers and Storms Friday Evening
Higher-resolution forecast guidance shows widely scattered showers and storms developing after 5 p.m. Friday. Coverage looks scattered, meaning there could be dry breaks between rounds of rain during the evening.
Friday night plans, including high school football games, may see some interruptions but not a total washout. Anyone heading out should keep an eye on radar and be ready to move indoors if lightning develops.
Saturday Morning Brings Scattered Activity
On Saturday morning, scattered showers and a possible storm are expected. The American GFS model brings steadier rain in earlier, but the European model and ensemble guidance favor a more scattered start to the day.
That means there could be some breaks earlier Saturday, giving a window for outdoor plans. However, conditions are expected to become wetter as the day goes on.
Steadier Rain From Saturday Afternoon to Sunday
The greatest impacts look to arrive later Saturday into Sunday. Steadier rain and storms are possible from about 2 p.m. Saturday through 1 p.m. Sunday, with periods of off-and-on rain throughout…