NWS Forecasts “Multiple Days of Dangerous Heat” Across Alabama

When we look back at the Summer of 2026, I have a feeling we’re going to remember it as one long, hot stretch of heat advisories.

The National Weather Service in Birmingham said there is a “moderate to major heat risk across the region.” Rising temperatures and humidity will push heat index values to a dangerous level into next week.

Many counties across Alabama are under a Heat Advisory, which is in effect until Friday, August 14 at 9 p.m.

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Prime Heating Timeframes for Thursday

For West Alabama, the hottest part of the day will be between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m, when the ‘feels-like’ temperatures will soar above 99 degrees.

West Alabama Heat Index Forecast: Thursday and Friday

Bibb:

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 109.

Friday: Heat index values as high as 111.

Fayette:

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 107.

Friday: Heat index values as high as 110.

Greene:

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 106.

Friday: Heat index values as high as 107.

Hale:

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 105.

Friday: Heat index values as high as 107.

Lamar:

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 110.

Friday: Heat index values as high as 111.

Perry:

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 105.

Friday: Heat index values as high as 106.

Pickens:

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 109.

Friday: Heat index values as high as 109.

Sumter:

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 110.

Friday: Heat index values as high as 111.

Tuscaloosa

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 109.

Friday: Heat index values as high as 110.

Walker:

Thursday: Heat index values as high as 109.

Friday: Heat index values as high as 111.

Precautionary & Preparedness Actions from the NWS

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing when possible, and drink plenty of water.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.  Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 911.

Stay safe today and hydrated.  - Mary K. | Weather Forecaster