Residents across Birmingham and Central Alabama are experiencing a week marked by striking temperature swings, persistent dry weather, and a pollen season that’s arrived earlier than usual. With spring in full swing, the region’s forecast promises warmth, wind, and a few challenges for allergy sufferers, all while outdoor plans look set to proceed without much interruption from rain.
According to WBRC, March 24, 2026, brought highs in the low to mid 70s to Birmingham, with the evening cooling off into the 50s. The mild trend continued into the morning of March 25, as temperatures dipped into the lower 50s—definitely jacket weather for early risers. The day itself warmed up again, reaching the low to mid 70s under partly cloudy skies, with a gentle southeast wind blowing at 5-10 mph. While a few sprinkles couldn’t be ruled out, the air was simply too dry for any meaningful rain to reach the ground.
WVTM 13’s forecast for March 25 echoed these conditions, describing the day as “partly cloudy, mild and mostly dry” with only a limited chance for a light shower early on. Highs in the mid-70s were expected, setting the stage for a warming trend that would continue through the end of the week.
Looking ahead, both outlets pointed to a notable warmup as the work week wrapped up. WBRC reported that Thursday and Friday, March 26 and 27, would see mostly sunny skies and high temperatures climbing into the low to mid 80s. Morning temperatures would remain mild, hovering in the mid and upper 50s. On Thursday, winds would shift from the southwest, picking up speed as Friday afternoon approached. By then, breezy conditions were expected ahead of the next cold front.
WVTM 13 agreed, forecasting sunny and warmer weather on March 26, with highs in the low to mid-80s, and continued warmth on March 27 under a partly sunny sky. “Between Thursday and Friday, high temperatures will rebound into the 80s as an upper-level ridge slides east from Texas, making it feel more like late May,” the station noted.
But change is on the horizon. WBRC issued a First Alert for a cold front set to move into Alabama on Friday night, March 27. While the day itself would remain mostly sunny and dry, clouds were expected to increase during the late afternoon and evening. A few weather models hinted at a small chance of isolated light showers late Friday, particularly in Marion, Winston, Cullman, and Blount counties, though most areas would likely stay dry. “We’ll likely go from the mid 80s Friday afternoon with temperatures tumbling into the mid 40s Saturday morning,” WBRC reported.
As the front pushes south Friday evening, WVTM 13 predicted a slight chance for a few post-frontal rain showers, though rainfall overall would be limited. Behind the front, winds would pick up, with north winds gusting between 20 and 25 mph on Saturday. This breezy, cool air would help prevent frost in most areas, but by Sunday morning, as winds eased, a potential light frost could develop in colder valleys—especially across North Alabama.
For those planning to spend time outdoors, the weekend of March 28-29 looks promising. WBRC described the weather as “fantastic,” with cool mornings in the 40s (and even upper 30s to lower 40s in some northern spots), and afternoon highs reaching the upper 60s to near 70°F on Saturday, then low to mid 70s by Sunday. No frost or freezing weather was expected for the Birmingham area, though patchy frost was possible in outlying valleys. “If you have any outdoor plans this weekend, the weather looks fantastic,” WBRC assured viewers.
However, the dry air and breezy conditions also bring a warning: fire danger could increase on Saturday, March 28. WBRC encouraged everyone to avoid burning anything outside, noting that lower humidity and elevated winds could make conditions ripe for wildfires. The station also pointed out that prescribed burns southeast of Birmingham could bring smoke into the area, depending on wind direction.
One major side effect of this extended dry spell is the ongoing pollen problem. According to WVTM 13, tree pollen season across Central Alabama is running well ahead of schedule this year. The Birmingham sensor record showed that tree pollen counts reached their highest levels of the season in the second week of March—much earlier than the typical April peak. “The main contributors right now are oak—what’s actually making people miserable; invisible in the air but the dominant driver of the symptom spike,” WVTM 13 explained. Other culprits include juniper/cedar, elm, maple, sycamore, and pine, with the latter providing the yellow dust coating cars and sidewalks but generally causing less severe allergic reactions for most people.
As tree pollen begins to ease (potentially earlier this year due to the front-loaded season), grass pollen is likely to rise behind it—meaning allergy sufferers may have little respite as April approaches. For those dealing with itchy eyes and sneezing fits, there’s little relief in sight, as the dry, warm pattern is expected to continue for at least another week.
Rain, which could help clear the air and tamp down pollen levels, remains elusive. Both WBRC and WVTM 13 agreed that no meaningful rainfall is expected through the next 10 days, stretching into early April. Long-range models hint at a more active weather pattern returning between April 1 and April 10, with the possibility of showers and storms. But for now, the region remains locked in a dry spell, with only a slight chance of isolated showers late Friday night.
Spring frost risk is still a concern for gardeners and farmers. WVTM 13 noted that the usual final frost for North and Central Alabama occurs between late March and April 10. Elevated winds over the weekend should help prevent widespread frost, but colder valleys—especially north of Birmingham—could see a light frost by Sunday morning. “It may be a good idea to hold off on planting anything frost sensitive until after the weekend, particularly for areas just north of Birmingham,” the station advised.
With the weather largely cooperating, spring events like the Indy Grand Prix and Monster Jam in Birmingham should enjoy ideal conditions—plenty of sunshine, low humidity, and comfortable afternoon temperatures. For those wanting to stay on top of the latest changes, both WBRC and WVTM 13 offer weather updates across TV, streaming apps, and mobile platforms, ensuring no one is caught off guard by a sudden shift in Alabama’s famously fickle climate.
As March draws to a close, Birmingham and Central Alabama are enjoying a stretch of classic spring weather—warm, dry, and breezy, with just enough unpredictability to keep everyone checking the forecast.