Alabama residents are bracing for a dramatic shift in weather as the state transitions from summer’s steamy grip to a refreshing taste of fall. According to WIAT and WVTM 13, the coming days will bring a mix of scattered storms, sweltering heat, and eventually, a much-anticipated cool-down, all set against the backdrop of an active Atlantic hurricane season.
For those heading out Thursday evening, the advice from local meteorologists is clear: keep an umbrella handy. Scattered storms and showers are expected through around 9 p.m. on August 21, 2025, with the wet weather making a comeback on Friday. As WIAT notes, the unsettled pattern is far from over, with more rain on the horizon before the weekend even begins.
Friday, August 22, 2025, will start off on a muggy note. WVTM 13 forecasts that morning temperatures will hover in the 70s, and as the day progresses, the mercury will climb into the 90s by the afternoon. While not everyone will see rain, spotty downpours are expected to develop in the afternoon and early evening. These downpours may be brief but could pack a punch, bringing torrential rain and intense lightning to a few unlucky communities.
High school football fans, take note: only a few storms are likely around kickoff time Friday night, and the good news is that by the time the games are wrapping up, temperatures will be dropping from the 80s to the middle 70s. Still, it’s wise to keep an eye on the radar and be prepared for a quick dash to shelter if a storm pops up during the game.
Heading into the weekend of August 23-24, 2025, the forecast doesn’t change much—at least, not at first glance. Both WIAT and WVTM 13 agree that Alabama will remain warm and humid, with afternoon highs reaching close to 90 degrees. It’s a classic summer setup: a standard summertime risk of mainly afternoon and evening downpours. These storms won’t be everywhere, but when they show up, they could be heavy, with brief but intense bursts of rain and lightning.
But there’s a twist in the forecast that has everyone talking. As Sunday night approaches, a strong cold front will begin to nudge into Alabama, setting the stage for some of the biggest weather changes the state has seen in months. According to WVTM 13, this cold front will bring a “big time” shift by early next week, ushering in a fall-like feel that might have residents double-checking the calendar to make sure it’s still August.
So, what’s in store for early next week? The answer: a breath of fresh air—literally. Monday through Wednesday mornings (August 25-27, 2025) are expected to be extremely pleasant, with low temperatures dipping into the lower to middle 60s. In fact, a few lucky communities might even see the mercury briefly touch the upper 50s. That’s a far cry from the stifling heat and humidity that have dominated the summer months.
Afternoon highs during the first half of next week will settle comfortably in the lower and middle 80s, but what really sets this stretch apart is the drop in humidity. As WVTM 13 puts it, “Humidity will be very low for this time of year, so afternoon highs in the lower and middle 80s will feel really good, too.” The drier air will also mean that rain coverage stays low, offering a welcome break from the daily threat of downpours.
WIAT echoes this outlook, noting that the weather is expected to dry out starting August 25, 2025. With low temperatures in the lower to middle 60s and highs in the lower 80s, next week promises a refreshing change that many Alabamians have been eagerly awaiting.
Of course, no discussion of late summer weather in Alabama would be complete without a look at what’s happening in the Atlantic. Hurricane Erin continues to make waves—literally—by pushing large swells toward the east coast of the United States. Fortunately, Erin is moving northeast, away from the U.S. According to WVTM 13, “As Erin continues to move away, conditions will slowly improve along the eastern coast of the U.S.” That’s welcome news for coastal communities that have been keeping a wary eye on the storm’s progress.
But Erin isn’t the only system meteorologists are watching. The National Hurricane Center is currently monitoring three tropical disturbances in the Atlantic. For now, none of these pose an immediate threat to Alabama or the Gulf Coast. Still, forecasters are keeping tabs on these systems, just in case. As WVTM 13 advises, “These are something we are watching, but nothing we are worried about.”
For Alabamians, the weather rollercoaster of late August is nothing new, but the magnitude of the upcoming change has many people buzzing. After weeks of oppressive heat and sticky humidity, the prospect of crisp mornings and comfortable afternoons is enough to put a spring in anyone’s step. The timing couldn’t be better, either—just as students settle into the new school year and football season kicks off in earnest, the weather is set to cooperate.
Still, meteorologists caution that the transition won’t happen overnight. The weekend will remain firmly in summer’s grasp, with warm, humid conditions and that ever-present risk of pop-up storms. It’s only as the cold front sweeps through late Sunday into Monday that the real transformation begins. And while the forecast for next week looks dry and pleasant, forecasters remind everyone to stay weather-aware, especially given the unpredictable nature of late summer storms.
For those eager to track every twist and turn in the forecast, WVTM 13 encourages viewers to stay updated with alerts on the WVTM 13 app and to follow them on social media. As always, lightning safety and severe weather preparedness are top priorities, especially when afternoon storms can develop quickly and catch people off guard.
In summary, Alabama’s weather over the next several days will be a tale of two seasons: summer’s final act, complete with heat and storms, followed by a refreshing preview of fall. With Hurricane Erin moving away and no immediate tropical threats to the Gulf, the focus shifts to enjoying the cooler, drier air that’s on the way. For many, it’s the perfect excuse to spend a little extra time outside—just don’t forget to check the forecast before you go.
