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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Mountain Brook

May 11, 2026 weather, forecast
Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Mountain Brook

Mountain Brook, Alabama — Overcast expected today with a high of 78°F and a low of 62°F.

Today's Forecast — Monday, May 11

  • Conditions: Overcast
  • High / Low: 78°F / 62°F
  • Wind: NNW 11 mph, gusts to 15 mph
  • Precipitation: 19% chance
  • UV Index: 7.5 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 05:49 / 19:37
  • Daylight: 13.8 hours (12.0 hours of sunshine expected)

What Matters Most Today

  • Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.5; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
  • Best outdoor window: Evening (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Humidity: 64%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 68°F, 80% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Overcast, 77°F, 54% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 69°F, 58% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 58 (peak 73) — Moderate
  • Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
  • PM2.5: 25.6 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 76°F and a low of 57°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.