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MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Central Alabama is sweltering under a scorching heat wave as the week gets underway. Temperatures are surging into the high 90s, but with the high humidity levels, it feels like a blistering 100 °F or more across the River Region.
🔥 Heat Index Climbing Over 100°
🔥 Heat Index Climbing Over 100°
As afternoons heat up, the humid air is pushing heat index values well past the 100 °F mark, making it feel dangerously hotter than the actual thermometer reading. Overnight temperatures offer little respite, hovering in the mid to upper 70s.
☀️ Scant Relief in Sight
☀️ Scant Relief in Sight
Rain chances are minimal early in the week, with any showers or thunderstorms remaining isolated for now. However, expect the odds of scattered storms to improve as the week progresses toward Friday. https://www.wsfa.com+2https://www.wsfa.com+2https://www.wbrc.com+2
⚠️ Heat Advisory in Effect
⚠️ Heat Advisory in Effect
A Heat Advisory has been issued for Monday and Tuesday across west and central Alabama — including coastal regions and the Wiregrass. Meteorologists urge residents to:
Stay hydrated
Avoid outdoor exertion during peak afternoon hours
Seek air-conditioned spaces whenever possible https://www.wsfa.com+5https://www.wsfa.com+5https://www.wsfa.com+5
🔄 The Week Ahead
🔄 The Week Ahead
Tuesday: Much like Monday, temperatures will top out in the mid‑to‑upper 90s with heat indexes remaining near triple digits. Rain remains unlikely. https://www.wsfa.co
Wednesday–Friday: The humidity and heat show no signs of letting up. Highs will stick around the lower 90s, with overnight lows in the 70s. Skies will alternate between sun and clouds, with rain chances becoming more noticeable later in the week. https://www.wsfa.com+1https://www.wsfa.com+1
📝 What You Need to Know
📝 What You Need to Know
Category Details
Today & Tuesday Peak heat + high humidity = heat indexes over 100 °F
Heat Advisory Stay safe: hydrate, limit time outdoors mid‑day
Rain Chances Sparse early week; better chances later on
🏖️ Weekend Outlook
🏖️ Weekend Outlook
By the time the weekend rolls around, while still hot and humid, scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms will become slightly more common—especially on Saturday—before diminishing again into next week. https://www.wsfa.com+4https://www.wsfa.com+4https://www.wbrc.com+4
✅ Tips for Staying Cool and Safe
✅ Tips for Staying Cool and Safe
Drink plenty of fluids, even if you're not thirsty
Avoid strenuous activities during the hottest part of the day
Take breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas
Keep an eye on the forecast—download weather apps or follow local alerts
Stay cool, stay safe, and be prepared as the heat continues to blaze through central Alabama this week.
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