Severe Thunderstorms Expected Across Multiple Regions This Evening

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Meteorologists are warning of strong thunderstorms moving through the Tennessee Valley today. The storms are expected to bring large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 10 PM CDT.

Heavy rainfall is forecasted for this evening, with thunderstorms tapering off by midnight. Overnight temperatures will drop to around 60 degrees.

Looking ahead, Friday is predicted to be partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers. Highs will reach the mid to upper 70s, with a low in the 50s Friday night. The weekend appears to offer limited rain, though scattered showers are anticipated on Saturday, with highs around 70 degrees.

Mother’s Day is expected to include scattered afternoon showers, with temperatures reaching the low 70s. Forecasters emphasize neither weekend day is expected to be a washout.

However, conditions will shift on Monday and Tuesday, bringing likely showers and storms, with rain predicted to be heavy at times. Highs will settle in the low to mid 70s, before drier and warmer conditions return Wednesday through Friday, with temperatures climbing into the 80s.

Meanwhile, in West Michigan, the 13 Weather Impact Team is closely monitoring an impending round of severe weather. A strong cold front is moving in, which could trigger severe thunderstorms this evening.

Residents should stay alert between 8 PM Thursday and 2 AM Friday, as storms are expected to sweep through the area with damaging winds, large hail, and even an isolated tornado possible.

Despite uncertainty in exact storm details, the Storm Prediction Center has identified an enhanced risk for severe weather across all of West Michigan. Thunderstorms are expected to develop in neighboring states before moving eastward across Lake Michigan.

Warm, humid air combined with adequate moisture and instability in the atmosphere will further fuel the storm potential. Key ingredients for severe weather are present, including strong lift ahead of the cold front. Meteorologists also caution about possible tornadoes, especially if storms remain discreet.

As always, residents are advised to keep an eye on weather updates and alerts as the situation evolves.