Rain, Humidity, Heat: Birmingham Weather Trend Continues

BIRMINGHAM, AL — The last week of July will include basically the same weather pattern as every week during the month: Rain, humidity and heat. The National Weather Service in Birmingham says heat index values of up to 104 degrees are expected, along with a decent amount of rainfall Tuesday and Wednesday.

Rain chances Monday and Tuesday will be elevated over the Tennessee Valley and mainly north of the I-59 corridor, and with precipitable water values potentially reaching 2.2 inches, some of the heavier storms will produce some ponding and minor flooding, according to meteorologist Scott Martin said.

"Just like Sunday, these storms will be slow-movers as well, which could also lead to those ponding and flooding issues," Martin said. "Highs across north Alabama will be in the mid-80s to the lower 90s, while central Alabama will see highs in the upper 80s to the mid-90s. Heat index values may reach as high as 104 degrees, so please be careful if having to work or be outside for extended amounts of time."

The week will not be entirely soggy, Martin said.

"Rain chances will stay elevated for Tuesday and Wednesday as the tropical moisture involved with Invest 90L will move westward into the state," Martin said. "Tuesday looks to be the day with the highest rain chances for all of Alabama, while higher rain chances will mainly be over the southern half of the state Wednesday. Highs on both days will be in the upper 80s to the mid-90s."

The NWS shows rain more scarce Thursday and Friday. "Overall rain chances look low enough that nearly everyone will stay dry with tons of sunshine, but a few isolated showers can’t be ruled out," Martin said. "Highs on both days will be in the lower to mid 90s."