Hot, Humid Today With Isolated Afternoon Showers

HEATING UP: Birmingham has remained below 90 degrees for three consecutive days, thanks to clouds from from former Tropical Storm Barry. But a good chance we rise into the low 90s today with a partly to mostly sunny sky. A few showers or storms are very possible this afternoon, but they should be very isolated, and mainly over the northwest counties of the state.

REST OF THE WEEK: The upper trough that is the “ghost of Barry” will drift in our direction, and that will give an increase in the number of showers and thunderstorms for North/Central Alabama tomorrow through Friday. Of course, in summer rain distribution will be uneven due to the scattered nature of the showers, but most places stand a chance of seeing one inch or so on these three days. With a mix of sun and clouds we expect highs in the 86 to 90 degree range.

THE ALABAMA WEEKEND: Not much change. The sun will be out at times, but scattered to numerous showers and storms are likely both days, especially during the afternoon and evening hours. Highs will range from 88 to 90 degrees. Chance of any one spot seeing rain both days is in the 50/60 percent chance range.

NEXT WEEK: An approaching surface front could enhance the chance of rain even more across the northern half of Alabama early next week, and the better coverage of showers and storms could very well shift down into South Alabama by mid-week. See the Weather Xtreme video for maps, graphics, and more details.

TROPICS: The Atlantic basin is quiet, and tropical storm formation is not expected this week.

ON THIS DATE IN 1979: The most damaging tornado in Wyoming history touched down 3 miles west-northwest of the Cheyenne airport. This strong tornado moved east or east-southeast across the northern part of Cheyenne, causing $22 million in damage and one fatality. 140 houses and 17 trailers were destroyed. 325 other homes were damaged. Four C-130 aircraft and National Guard equipment sustained $12 million damage. Municipal hangars and buildings suffered $10 million in losses.

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