Alabama is in for a week of heavy rain, possible flooding

Alabama is bracing for a wet stretch as a soggy weather pattern settles over the state. According to the National Weather Service, residents could see rainfall totals exceed 7 inches in certain areas by the conclusion of the weekend.

What to Expect

While it won’t be a total washout every single day, the National Weather Service has included rain in the forecast for parts of the state daily through the weekend. On a positive note, there is currently no severe weather in the forecast for the next seven days, though heavy downpours could trigger localized flooding as the week progresses.

Regional Breakdown

South and central Alabama are slated to bear the brunt of the precipitation over the coming days. A stalled frontal boundary will likely keep south Alabama wet through midweek, while the northern part of the state remains relatively dry. Rainfall totals through Wednesday evening are projected to hit 2 to 3 inches in south-central and southern portions of the state, whereas north Alabama will likely see minimal amounts ranging from nothing to a quarter-inch.

Looking Ahead

Waves of rain will continue to impact the region, driven by the stalled front and a low-pressure trough to the west. Forecasters are also monitoring a disturbance in the Gulf that could pump more moisture into the area. By the end of the workweek and into the first half of the weekend, rain chances are expected to increase statewide as a new front approaches. If that system stalls, the unsettled weather could potentially linger into early next week.

Rainfall Outlook

The seven-day rainfall outlook from NOAA’s Weather Prediction Center paints a wet picture, with much of the state expected to receive 4 inches or more of rain, and higher totals anticipated across central and south Alabama. You can track the latest updates on this unfolding weather event at the original report from our partners at AL.com, as 205focus.com keeps you updated on the latest shifts in the forecast.