When Friday's Heat Peaks Across West Alabama and How It Feels

It’s summer in the south, so hot temperatures and heat index values are expected.

James Spann, Alabama Weather Network Chief Meteorologist, said, “Get ready for the hottest weather so far this year over the weekend with afternoon highs in the low to mid 90s; the heat index will exceed 100 degrees with higher humidity levels.”

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West Alabama residents should know that heat index values this weekend and even higher “feels like” temperatures are expected next week. So, if you think it’s hot now, wait, it gets hotter next week.

The National Weather Service in Birmingham said to expect “several days of moderate to major heat risks.” They also encourage you to practice “heat safety if spending time outdoors.

West Alabama Friday Peak Heat Timeline

While the day’s highest “feels like” temperature is important, the timing of those extreme conditions matters just as much. Here’s when the hottest part of the day is expected, along with the projected “feels like” temperatures from The Weather Channel. As always, I like to stress that developing weather conditions can change the expected temperatures.

Bibb

Friday Hottest Timeframe: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Highest Predicted “Feels Like” Temp: 99 °F

Fayette

Friday Hottest Timeframe: Noon – 5 p.m.

Highest Predicted “Feels Like” Temp: 98 °F

Greene

Friday Hottest Timeframe: Noon – 5 p.m.

Highest Predicted “Feels Like” Temp: 99 °F

Hale

Friday Hottest Timeframe: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Highest Predicted “Feels Like” Temp: 99 °F

Lamar

Friday Hottest Timeframe: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Highest Predicted “Feels Like” Temp: 99 °F

Perry

Friday Hottest Timeframe: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Highest Predicted “Feels Like” Temp: 99 °F

Pickens

Friday Hottest Timeframe: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Highest Predicted “Feels Like” Temp: 100 °F

Sumter

Friday Hottest Timeframe: Noon – 5 p.m.

Highest Predicted “Feels Like” Temp: 100 °F

Tuscaloosa

Friday Hottest Timeframe: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Highest Predicted “Feels Like” Temp: 100 °F

Walker

Friday Hottest Timeframe: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Highest Predicted “Feels Like” Temp: 98 °F

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