Area Forecast Discussion
Issued by NWS Huntsville, AL
Issued by NWS Huntsville, AL
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132 FXUS64 KHUN 101640 AFDHUN Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Huntsville AL 1140 AM CDT Mon Jun 10 2024 ...New AVIATION... .NEAR TERM... (Rest of Today) Issued at 941 AM CDT Mon Jun 10 2024 Sunny skies are returning as a cold front pushes south of the area, and sfc high pressure slowly sinks southward from the Great Lakes region. This will result in dry weather and slightly cooler temperatures today, with afternoon highs limited to the low to mid 80s. Northerly winds may be a little breezy at times this afternoon, but overall perfect weather for early to mid-June. No significant changes were needed during the morning update. && .SHORT TERM... (Tonight through Thursday) Issued at 204 AM CDT Mon Jun 10 2024 By tonight, surface high pressure will begin to build in from the NW. For the first part of the short term this will support additional days of low dew points and cooler temps. Through Wednesday, remaining on the eastern periphery of high pressure will keep highs in the mid 80s, lows in the 50s and 60s, and dewpoints below 60. With mostly clear skies expected each day, conditions should be incredibly pleasant. Thursday is when the the effects of high pressure will become a little more impactful. Mid level ridging and surface high pressure will push east and place us much closer to the center of a stout high pressure. While this will keep skies clear and suppress rain chances, it will also allow highs to soar into the low 90s on Thursday. With ridging expected well into the long term, Thursday will likely be the first day of several 90+ degree days. With the end of the short term and into the long term likely being some of the hottest days of the year so far, it will be important to begin practicing proper heat safety while spending time outdoors. && .LONG TERM... (Thursday night through Sunday) Issued at 204 AM CDT Mon Jun 10 2024 The aformentioned ridging will only intensify through the long term yielding subsequent days of temps above 90 degrees. While each day through the long term will see highs in the 90s, Saturday and Sunday look to be the hottest as center of the ridge pushes into the TN Valley. Temperatures will be in the mid 90s, however with the return of dewpoints in the 60s and 70s, heat index values over 100 are not out of the question. For those participating in outdoor activities through the weekend it will be vital to practice proper heat safety. Protect yourself from the sun via sunscreen or loose fitting light layers. Protect yourself from heat exhaustion by taking frequent breaks in AC or in shaded areas and staying hydrated throughout the weekend. && .AVIATION... (18Z TAFS) Issued at 1140 AM CDT Mon Jun 10 2024 VFR conditions are expected at both terminals through the TAF period with sunny skies and light NNW winds prevailing. && .HUN WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... AL...None. TN...None. && $$ NEAR TERM...25 SHORT TERM....RAD LONG TERM....RAD AVIATION...25