ALERT: West Alabama Faces Extended Heat Advisory
The weather community is paying attention to daily record highs because there are hints that some cities may break temperature records.
Over the southern region, a dome of high pressure will continue to bring our area some dangerous heat index values.
Closer to home, West Alabama counties will experience soaring heat index values between 105 °F – 110 °F, which has prompted a HEAT ADVISORY through Tuesday, July 29 at 9 p.m. This includes the entire Townsquare Media coverage area.
When the ‘Feels Like’ Temps will be 100°F +
To help you prepare for the hottest portion of the day, here is a guide to when the ‘Feels Like’ Temperature will be at and over 100°F.
Bibb
Starting at 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Fayette
Starting at 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Greene
Starting at 11 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Hale
Starting at 11 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Lamar
Starting at 11 a.m. until 8 p.m.
Perry
Starting at 11 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Pickens
Starting at 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Sumter
Starting at 11 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Tuscaloosa
Starting at 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Walker
Starting at Noon until 3 p.m.
Nighttime Recovery?
For most West Alabama communities, we won’t see much relief in the nighttime hours because the ‘Feels Like’ temperatures remain in the 90s until nearly 10 p.m.
Is There Relief Ahead?
The short answer, YES!
James Spann, ABC 33/40, and Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa Chief Meteorologist, said “Global models suggest temperatures will be well below average; highs in the mid 80s Saturday, and potentially in the low 80s Sunday. Some record low maximum temperature values are possible Sunday.”
Stay safe during these concerning temps. - Mary K. - Weather Forecaster
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