Killing Freeze to Grip Central Alabama Weekend
Forecasters warn of freezing temperatures across central Alabama Friday and Saturday nights following a second cold front.
Updated on Nov. 12, 2026 in Current Conditions
Meteorologist Dave Nussbaum forecasts a killing freeze across central Alabama Friday and Saturday nights. A second cold front arriving Thursday night brings colder air to the region after a first front moved through Wednesday.
Why it matters
The freeze threatens plants and exposes residents to hard overnight cold during the coming weekend. Temperatures are expected to fall sharply after a mild Veterans Day, catching many people unprepared.
The forecast is based on a meteorologist's projections of two cold fronts, with Saturday highs near 55 degrees and Sunday highs near 59 degrees. Exact freeze boundaries and final overnight lows remain subject to change as the fronts move through.
The players
Dave Nussbaum
Dave Nussbaum is a meteorologist who issued the forecast of a killing freeze for central Alabama.
The details
Wednesday's first cold front brought lows in the mid-40s along Highway 278 and around 50 in Birmingham. A second front Thursday night will usher in colder air, and Sunday morning is expected to be the coldest of the weekend with more areas falling into the upper 20s to lower 30s.
Timeline
Wednesday, November 11: First cold front moves through; Veterans Day temperatures reach the mid-70s.
Thursday, November 12: Plentiful sunshine and mid-60s highs before the second front arrives Thursday night.
Friday, November 13: Killing freeze expected Friday night as high school football temperatures fall.
Saturday, November 14: Killing freeze continues with temperatures near freezing; Auburn plays at 11 a.m.
Seasonal Patterns
Early-season freezes in central Alabama follow the typical autumn cold-front cycle that the region experiences each November. Measured against historical averages, this weekend's projected lows in the upper 20s would be notably cold for mid-November.
Protect tender plants and pets before Friday and Saturday night, as temperatures are forecast to fall to the upper 20s in parts of the region. Plan for a cold weekend, including warm clothing for outdoor events like Friday's high school football games.
The takeaway
Cover sensitive plants and bring pets indoors before the weekend freeze arrives. Check the forecast again Thursday night, since the timing of the second cold front could shift overnight lows.
What happens next
The second cold front arrives Thursday night, and freeze conditions are expected to peak Friday and Saturday nights with the coldest morning Sunday.
Further reading
Track the latest current conditions across Alabama as the cold front moves through.
