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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Mountain Brook
May 2, 2026
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Mountain Brook, Alabama — Overcast expected today with a high of 65°F and a low of 52°F.
Today's Forecast — Saturday, May 2
- Conditions: Overcast
- High / Low: 65°F / 52°F
- Wind: NNW 15 mph, gusts to 22 mph
- Precipitation: 22% chance
- UV Index: 8.1 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 05:57 / 19:30
- Daylight: 13.6 hours (12.0 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Feels-like swing: up to 59°F.
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 8.1; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Midday (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Feels Like: 47°F to 59°F (wind chill / heat index)
- Humidity: 47%
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 56°F, 62% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 64°F, winds 14 mph, 36% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 56°F, 54% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 39 (peak 57) — Moderate
- Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
- PM2.5: 6.9 µg/m³
Tomorrow's Outlook
Clear sky with a high of 66°F and a low of 45°F.
Forecast data provided by Open-Meteo. Air quality data from Open-Meteo Air Quality API. For severe weather alerts, visit your local National Weather Service office.