Alabama Wakes to Chilly 30s and 40s
Overnight lows across Alabama ranged from 34 to 46 degrees Sunday, with another cold air mass forecast to arrive Friday.
Updated on Nov. 8, 2026 in Current Conditions
Lowest observed temperatures from midnight to 6 a.m. Sunday ranged from 34 to 46 degrees across Alabama, with Haleyville, Decatur and Talladega recording 34 degrees. Temperatures are forecast to warm into the 60s and 70s statewide Sunday before another cold blast arrives.
Why it matters
Frost advisories could be issued for north Alabama tonight as temperatures drop into the low to mid-30s. Residents across the state should prepare for a return of freezing conditions later this week.
Observed overnight lows from National Weather Service measurements ranged from 34 degrees in Haleyville, Decatur and Talladega to 46 degrees in Auburn and Enterprise. Forecasters have not yet confirmed whether parts of north Alabama will reach the 20s Friday night.
The players
National Weather Service
The National Weather Service is the federal agency responsible for issuing weather forecasts, warnings and observational data across the United States.
The details
Temperatures were recorded between midnight and 6 a.m. Sunday, with Birmingham at 37 degrees, Montgomery at 36 degrees, Mobile at 42 degrees and Huntsville at 36 degrees. Forecasters expect warmer conditions Sunday before another cold air mass arrives for the weekend.
Timeline
Sunday morning, November 8, 2026: Overnight observed lows of 34 to 46 degrees recorded statewide.
Sunday, November 8, 2026: Temperatures forecast to warm into the 60s and 70s.
Monday night, November 9, 2026: Lows expected in the low to mid-30s in north Alabama.
Friday, November 13, 2026: Highs in the 50s in north Alabama and low 60s in south Alabama, with possible below-freezing temperatures Friday night.
Saturday night into Sunday morning, November 14-15, 2026: More freezing temperatures possible.
Seasonal Patterns
The overnight lows of 34 to 46 degrees recorded across Alabama are measured against National Weather Service observation records, placing this early-November cold snap within the state's typical seasonal transition. The report does not compare these readings to historical averages for the region.
Residents in north Alabama should protect sensitive plants and pipes before Monday night's low-to-mid-30s temperatures. Those with outdoor plans later this week should plan for possible below-freezing conditions Friday night.
The takeaway
Cold snaps in early November can arrive quickly after mild afternoons, so checking the overnight forecast before evening plans helps avoid surprises. Keeping a cover or jacket handy through next weekend is a practical step for Alabama households.
What happens next
A second cold air mass is forecast to arrive Friday, November 13, with possible freezing temperatures Friday night and again Saturday night into Sunday morning.
Further reading
Track live readings in the Alabama Current Conditions section for the latest updates on the coming cold air.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Al.
