In the wake of hurricane Irene we thought it would be pertinent to talk about Alabama’s long history with the storms of fury. It’s never too early to be prepared and we’re gearing up for another bad season so keep the following in mind:
Timeline: The average length between hurricanes that have hit Alabama is about 7 years and the longest stretch without a hurricane is only 9 years. It’s important to remember that Wild Blue Deals serves Alabama and you should get online when a Read the rest of this entry »

Winter weather can make even a native Northerner-s knuckles turn white when gripping the steering wheel. Holiday travel may take you to areas where winter storms are common, or the occasional strange weather pattern may bring mayhem to your normally mild climate. Keep the following tips in mind if faced with tough winter driving conditions.

1. Stay calm at all times.

2. Keep an emergency kit in your car including jumper cables, a flashlight, gloves or mittens, blankets, snacks Read the rest of this entry »

When tropical waves form off the Cape Verde Islands, they seem to make a slow, deliberate track that takes them in the direct vicinity of the southern coast of the United States. Because of the potential threat of hurricanes, it is a good idea to have an emergency plan when living on the southern coast.
The exact landfall and wind speed of hurricanes is notoriously unpredictable. Some hurricanes, while eliciting dire predictions, barely make an impact, and some hurricanes that do not pose an initial threat end up Read the rest of this entry »

Alabama has been plagued by some of the countries worst and biggest tornadoes. Recently what some are calling a Monster Tornado ripped through Tuscaloosa, Alabama making history as one of the worst tornadoes ever. On April 27, 2011 a massive tornado nearly demolished the city of Tuscaloosa. Thanks to the rotating thunderstorms mixed with cold and warm air the stage was set for a hideous wave of tornadoes and twisters. The tornado rated in at just over a mile wide with winds Read the rest of this entry »

Weather trends during late summer let you prepare for the fall trends which include the wonderful changing of leaves. Also the wind become brisk and can at times take your breath away with a coolness not felt for several months. All along the roads and within the woods small animals instinctively run back and forth from their homes gather as much food as they can get within their small residence.

People casually begin noticing the Read the rest of this entry »

Alabama, being in the south, is known for harsh summer storms as well as beautiful sunshine. Although the sun can warm things quickly in Alabama, the breeze from the gulf water cools the air so that residents can enjoy time outside. With the heating of the day there are storms that occur in the evening. Some of these thunderstorms can be strong to severe and may include hail, high winds, and even tornadoes. Summer can also bring flooding rains not associated Read the rest of this entry »

When you live down South, there is nothing you look forward to more than springtime. Here in Alabama, spring is a beautiful time of the year. Many days, the weather is gorgeous with bright sunshine and temperatures that are comfortable enough to really get out and enjoy.

However, there are things that you must watch out for, weather-wise. Alabama springtime usually offers quite a bit of rain. Farmers need the rain for the crops to grow, and Read the rest of this entry »

Like much of the nation in recent weeks, winter weather has been a pressing concern even for the southern beacon of Alabama. Though most years winter passes Dixieland with little to no disturbance, when snow and ice do rear their ugly head, it poses a particular problem for Alabamans, less exposed to treacherous road conditions than their northern counterparts. In the month of January, strong storms crippled much of the northern part of the state, with residents from Birmingham up to Tennessee feeling the effects of wintry weather, blanketed with problematic precipitation.In a two day span from January 9^th to 10th, the skies dumped snow on the area like few times in history. Huntsville, for example recorded nearly 9 inches of snowfall, the 3^rd highest total on record. In smaller northern Alabama towns, totals surpassed 11 inches. Of course, it doesn’t take more than 2 to 3 inches to shut down the state, with even central Alabama scattered with 4 to 5 inches. As temperatures rose above and sank back below the freezing point over the course of the early week, ice quickly became an issue, compounded by sleet. Read the rest of this entry »

As Alabama moves into December, expect temperatures to dip and precipitation levels to rise as we enter the full force of Winter. Though Alabama Winters may be mild compared to much of the country, use caution as many residents are caught off guard by snow and ice. It is too early to tell what the month will specifically hold, but particularly in northern Alabama, December marks the beginning of the time of year in which snow and or ice is most likely to occur.Starting south, in Mobile, average high temperatures tend to hover around the mid to low 60s. As the month progresses, average temperatures slightly dip, starting at 66 degrees Fahrenheit on December 1^st sliding downwards towards 61 degrees on New Year’s Eve. Of course, these are just historic trends, and as with any statistical grouping, one is vulnerable to outliers. The all time high in Mobile for the month of December is 81 degrees with an all-time low of just 8 degrees. This 73 degree range is quite the extreme, so while you should be prepared for anything, don’t expect any consistent temperatures towards either end of the record book. The average precipitation level in Mobile falls right in between the averages for October and November. November tops out at 5.41 inches while October trends to a modest 3.25. December typically sees 4.66 inches of precipitation, from rain to a wintry mix, though in South Alabama snow is an off-year occurrence. Read the rest of this entry »

October was a relatively mild month across the state. Starting in the southern city of Mobile, the observed high for the state was 86 degrees Fahrenheit, occurring on the 1^st day of the month. As the month progressed, temperatures remained fairly constant, with highs ranging from the low 70s to the low 80s depending on the day. The record high for Mobile in October is 96 degrees Fahrenheit, of which October 2010 fell well short. Overall, October offered pleasant weather for Mobile residents, amassing under 2 inches of cumulative rain (1.6 as compared to an average of 3.25), all of which occurred within the final week of the month, with a high of .71 inches on October 24. Overnight lows dipped below the 50 degree mark on a few occasions, but never strayed lower than 46 degrees on October 4^th, matched on October 15^th. The record low in Mobile for October is 30 degrees. Read the rest of this entry »