Frost Threatens Sensitive Plants in Northern Alabama This Sunday

Gardeners in northern Alabama must protect sensitive plants from the first expected frost of the season. Temperatures will fall to the lower 30s Fahrenheit Sunday morning in the coldest northern communities. Areas farther south will see highs in the upper 30s and lower 40s during the same window. This cold snap arrives after a milder Thursday and Friday.

Current conditions remain pleasant with dry weather and sunshine. Thursday afternoon highs reached the mid-70s across the region. Tonight brings cooler air with lows in the upper 40s and lower 50s. Friday follows a similar pattern with sunshine and afternoon temperatures in the lower to mid-70s. Residents can enjoy the mild weather for one more day before the shift.

Saturday marks a noticeable drop in temperature. Afternoon highs will only reach the lower to middle 60s for much of the area. Some northern communities may struggle to break above the upper 50s on Saturday. Cloud cover will mix with sunshine throughout the day. The chill sets in during the overnight hours leading into Sunday.

Sunday offers dry weather with sunshine and afternoon highs generally in the 60s. The primary risk occurs between Saturday night and Sunday morning. Meteorologists identify this period as the first real opportunity for frost accumulation. Residents with outdoor plants need to monitor overnight readings closely to prevent damage to tender foliage.

The cold pattern will persist into the following week. Chilly mornings are expected to continue through the first half of next week. Afternoon temperatures will gradually moderate as the week progresses. Forecasters indicate several additional opportunities for frost may occur during that time. Gardeners should keep protective measures in place until temperatures consistently rise.