Patchy Frost Possible In Sheltered Alabama Locations Sunday And Monday

Birmingham, AL, October 17, 2026 —

Patchy frost is possible in sheltered locations across northeast Alabama on Sunday and Monday mornings, with low temperatures forecast to reach the upper 30s. Sensitive outdoor vegetation could be harmed by the cold.

The areas named in the forecast include Birmingham, Anniston and Tuscaloosa. Frost is described as patchy and possible in sheltered locations; the forecast does not indicate that it is expected everywhere across the region.

The lower temperatures are expected during the morning hours on both days. No specific overnight lows beyond the upper 30s, or more precise timing for the coldest conditions, were provided.

Temperatures are expected to moderate next week, when highs are forecast to remain in the 70s. Breezy conditions are also expected to continue. The forecast summary did not provide a specific day for the change to milder temperatures or additional details about wind speeds.

The potential frost is a concern for sensitive outdoor vegetation, according to the forecast. The information provided does not identify particular plants or describe the extent of possible harm. Frost conditions may vary by location, with the stated possibility focused on sheltered areas.

Overall, the forecast points to a brief period of chilly morning conditions followed by milder daytime temperatures next week. Patchy frost remains a possibility rather than a certainty, and the outlook identifies no specific impacts beyond the potential harm to sensitive vegetation.

Story summarized from the original created by Harmony Mendoza on www.wbrc.com, see more information here.

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