The start of the holiday week brings sunny skies and slightly warmer conditions across Central and North Alabama. High pressure remains firmly in control, with highs this afternoon reaching the mid-50s under abundant sunshine. Southeast winds at 6-10 mph will help moderate temperatures, signaling a gradual warming trend. Tonight, clear skies and calm winds will allow for excellent radiational cooling, with lows dipping into the upper 20s in some areas and low 30s elsewhere.