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State
Weather
It’s July! Here’s the outlook for rain and temperatures
Updated: Jul. 1, 2022 at 7:49 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Above normal temperatures are favored in Alabama.
Weather
Abnormally dry June so far in Alabama
Updated: Jun. 28, 2022 at 8:48 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Montgomery is well over 3″ below normal.
Weather
Check it out: 3 waterspouts churn on Mobile Bay
Updated: Jun. 21, 2022 at 9:14 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Two of them appear to be nearly on top of each other.
Weather
Summer solstice occurs Tuesday morning
Updated: Jun. 20, 2022 at 11:33 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Summer starts in Alabama on June 21st at 4:14 a.m.
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Weather
Rare celestial event: 5 planets to align in Alabama sky
Updated: Jun. 20, 2022 at 4:58 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn will line up thru the end of June.
Hurricane Coverage
Colorado State Univ. now calling for ‘very active’ hurricane season
Updated: Jun. 3, 2022 at 7:41 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Researchers call for 20 named storms this year.
Weather
June’s temperature and rain outlook
Updated: Jun. 1, 2022 at 11:49 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Expect plenty of 90-degree heat!
State
A very rare meteor outburst may occur as May ends
Updated: May. 25, 2022 at 11:38 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
There could be an incredible display or nothing at all.
State
Summer Safety Week: Heat
Updated: May. 24, 2022 at 6:46 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Heat can be dangerous to anyone.
Weather
NOAA publishes summer 2022 outlook
Updated: May. 20, 2022 at 7:52 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Alabama likely sees above normal temperatures.
7 Day Forecast
State
Dust from the Sahara Desert on the way to the Deep South
Updated: May. 18, 2022 at 8:45 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
It won’t be overly thick, but it will be in Alabama’s skies.
State
Spring’s last meteor shower peaking
Updated: May. 4, 2022 at 7:54 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
The Eta Aquarids are known for producing 10-30 shooting stars per hour during peak.
Alabama Politics
What will happen in AL if Roe v. Wade is overturned?
Updated: May. 3, 2022 at 10:19 PM CDT
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By
Josh Gauntt
We're getting new insight on what could be next for abortion laws in Alabama. It comes after that leaked draft opinion that appears to show the U.S. Supreme Court ready to reverse Roe v. Wade.
State
Look up! First meteor shower in months peaks tonight
Updated: Apr. 21, 2022 at 7:48 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
The Lyrids can produce 10-20 meteors per hour.
State
2022 so far: Alabama has had more tornado warnings than any other state
Updated: Apr. 19, 2022 at 12:02 PM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Thru April 18th, AL has seen 115 tornado warnings.
Weather
17 tornadoes confirmed in Central and South AL from April 5th
Updated: Apr. 12, 2022 at 5:47 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
The strongest tornadoes were rated EF-2.
Weather
Colorado State University researchers predict yet another active hurricane season
Updated: Apr. 8, 2022 at 7:22 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
They say there’s a 46% chance of at least 1 major hurricane landfall along the Gulf Coast.
Weather
NWS confirms 14 tornadoes in Central AL from March 30-31
Updated: Apr. 7, 2022 at 7:51 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
The strongest to touch down were rated EF-2.
News
Spring forward longer days and later sunsets
Updated: Mar. 7, 2022 at 5:17 PM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
Set clocks forward 1 hour this weekend, later sunsets result.
Top Story
Spring weather has changed over the years
Updated: Mar. 4, 2022 at 11:36 AM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
Climate Central: Alabama has gotten progressively warmer.
Top Story
A look back at the March 3, 2019 tornado outbreak
Updated: Mar. 3, 2022 at 2:58 PM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
The violent EF-4 Lee County tornado killed 23 and injured 90 others.
News
15 years since deadly Enterprise tornado
Updated: Mar. 1, 2022 at 4:29 PM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
One of multiple tornadoes during a 3-day outbreak.
News
A look into what causes Alabama’s beautiful sunrises
Updated: Feb. 28, 2022 at 3:20 PM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
They’re all different, but we get plenty of stunning ones.
Top Story
Severe Weather Awareness Week: all about lightning
Updated: Feb. 25, 2022 at 10:56 AM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
Lightning may not come to mind when thinking about severe weather, but it can be very dangerous.
State
Severe Weather Awareness Week: flooding in Alabama can be serious
Updated: Feb. 24, 2022 at 11:28 AM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
Areal flooding, river flooding and flash flooding all occur here.
State
Where and when tornadoes are most common in Alabama
Updated: Feb. 23, 2022 at 11:29 AM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
Also looking into different tornado terminology.
Weather
NWS encouraging everyone to conduct tornado drill Wed.
Updated: Feb. 22, 2022 at 2:31 PM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
It’s a part of Severe Weather Awareness Week in Alabama.
Weather
How to become an official storm spotter
Updated: Feb. 21, 2022 at 3:28 PM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
Help the National Weather Service during impactful and/or severe weather.
Weather
The UV index explained
Updated: Feb. 14, 2022 at 3:02 PM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
Why you need to know what the UV index will be.
State
Pollen rising earlier than normal this year
Updated: Feb. 10, 2022 at 11:23 AM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
Tree pollen already climbing.
State
5 tornadoes confirmed in Central AL on February 3rd
Updated: Feb. 8, 2022 at 5:17 PM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
2 of the tornadoes touched down in Elmore County.
Top Story
Brand new weather outlook issued for February
Updated: Feb. 1, 2022 at 10:43 AM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
Second half of the month expected to be much different.
News
All about wind: where it comes from, Alabama’s windiest months and more
Updated: Jan. 27, 2022 at 11:32 AM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
The winter and spring are Alabama’s windiest times.
Top Story
Guide to the night sky over Alabama in 2022
Updated: Jan. 5, 2022 at 11:30 AM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
From full moons to lunar eclipses to meteor showers.
National
Geminids, the king of meteor showers, peaks Dec. 13-14
Updated: Dec. 8, 2021 at 11:51 AM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
60+ meteors per hour are expected, especially early Tuesday morning.
Top Story
Two early November earthquakes hit Central Alabama, so should we expect more?
Updated: Nov. 12, 2021 at 11:44 AM CST
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By
Tyler Sebree
Alabama averages about 3 earthquakes per year.
News
First Alert: First severe weather event of fall on the horizon
Updated: Oct. 22, 2021 at 11:05 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Most of our area under a threat for severe thunderstorms next Wednesday.
National
NOAA releases 2021-22 winter outlook
Updated: Oct. 21, 2021 at 11:55 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Alabama expected to see above normal temperatures and below normal precipitation.
State
Alabama’s second severe weather season is nearing
Updated: Oct. 20, 2021 at 11:27 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
November and December are known for bringing increased severe weather, including tornadoes.
News
Alabama’s 2021 fall foliage outlook
Updated: Sep. 28, 2021 at 11:36 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Ingredients look supportive of great color this fall.
News
Penton Farms is a must-visit this fall
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 9:42 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Need some pumpkins, a fun time for the kids or fall photos? Head to Chilton County!
News
Pollen set to soar
Updated: Sep. 21, 2021 at 11:09 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Ragweed season is here.
News
Alabama and Mississippi had a top-2 wettest summer ever
Updated: Sep. 9, 2021 at 12:41 PM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
MS finished with its #1 wettest June-August since 1895; AL finished at #2.
News
Investigation underway after Alabama National Guard soldier’s death
Updated: Aug. 18, 2021 at 11:31 AM CDT
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By
WSFA 12 News Staff
The Alabama Army National Guard has confirmed on of its active-duty soldiers has died.
News
New study: a surge in flooding along the Gulf Coast expected by the 2030s
Updated: Aug. 10, 2021 at 10:38 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
A NASA study released in late June paints a problematic picture for coastal communities in the United States. That includes all coasts.
News
“World’s Longest Yard Sale” kicking off Thursday!
Updated: Aug. 4, 2021 at 7:52 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
It goes through 6 states, including Alabama and Georgia.
News
Certain Severe Thunderstorm Warnings will trigger a Wireless Emergency Alert on smartphones
Updated: Jul. 29, 2021 at 8:26 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
If a Severe Thunderstorm Warning gets a “destructive” tag, a WEA will be triggered.
News
4 Alabama cities listed on ‘150 Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2021-2022′
Updated: Jul. 15, 2021 at 6:28 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
One of the four ranked way up in the top 10!
News
One of Alabama’s must-do’s is now open
Updated: Jul. 1, 2021 at 5:58 PM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
The Sunflower Field in Autaugaville is open for two separate periods in July.
News
Lightning Safety Awareness Week: Your chances of being struck, safety & more
Updated: Jun. 24, 2021 at 8:24 AM CDT
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By
Tyler Sebree
Alabama ranks 3rd in the U.S. for lightning fatalities over the last 10 years.
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