The rain and storms are coming to an end, and Alabama’s weather will become hotter and drier this week. As we approach the end of summer, the weather will still feel like late summertime in Alabama. Clouds will gradually clear, giving way to a sunny sky on Monday. The tropical humidity from Francine’s northward journey will start to feel less oppressive, and temperatures will rise to the mid-80s in the afternoon.
The drier air is a result of Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight moving inland across the Carolinas early this week. There may be some spotty showers, mainly in the areas south of Interstate 20, such as Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, and Anniston. However, the rest of the week will be characterized by more sunshine and hotter weather. Temperatures will climb to the middle and upper 80s from Tuesday to Friday, with a small chance of showers primarily in the areas south of Interstate 20.
As we approach the end of September, it’s worth noting that Birmingham’s normal final 90-degree day of the year typically occurs around September 20. The first day of fall is on Sunday, September 22, with an average high of 84 degrees and an average low in the lower 60s. However, we could still experience temperatures reaching 90 degrees on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, particularly in the southwest of Birmingham, around Tuscaloosa, Greensboro, Eutaw, Demopolis, and Livingston.
After that, the 90s will likely become a thing of the past for 2024 in north and central Alabama. There will only be a small chance (less than 20%) of reaching 90 degrees again in Birmingham after the first day of autumn.
On Tuesday night, Alabama residents will have the opportunity to witness a celestial treat as the Corn Moon, a vibrant supermoon, reaches its peak. The full moon will appear in the sky at 9:34 p.m. in the Birmingham area. A supermoon occurs when the moon is at its closest point to Earth in its orbit, making it appear unusually large and bright, up to 14% bigger and 30% brighter than a regular full moon. The Corn Moon gets its name from the corn harvested in September and is also known as the Harvest Moon. It occurs close to the autumnal equinox, providing extra light for farmers during the harvest season. With mostly clear skies in the forecast, conditions should be perfect for viewing this luminous event.
Alabama residents are in for a celestial treat on Tuesday night as they will get to witness the peak of the Corn Moon, a captivating supermoon.
Tonight at 9:34 p.m., residents of the Birmingham area will witness the majestic sight of a full moon illuminating the sky. This particular full moon is no ordinary one; it is a supermoon. A supermoon occurs when the moon is at its closest point to Earth in its orbit, resulting in a breathtaking display of a moon that appears larger and brighter than usual. In fact, this supermoon can be up to 14% bigger and 30% brighter than a regular full moon.
The Corn Moon, also referred to as the Harvest Moon, gets its name from the corn that is harvested in September. This particular moon phase occurs near the autumnal equinox and plays a crucial role in providing additional light for farmers during the harvest season.
The weather forecast predicts mostly clear skies, creating the perfect conditions for observing this radiant event.
