Central Alabama: Rain chances drop after today before increasing sharply this weekend

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama — Rain chances across central Alabama are expected to decrease after today, with hotter temperatures and more sunshine dominating the weather through the end of the workweek.

Forecasters say the pattern will shift again this weekend as moisture returns to the region. Saturday and Saturday night are expected to bring the highest chances for widespread showers and thunderstorms, while some areas could continue to see rain into Sunday.

Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the drier conditions over the next few days but remain prepared for a wetter pattern heading into the weekend.