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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Mountain Brook

May 12, 2026 weather, forecast
Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Mountain Brook

Mountain Brook, Alabama — Overcast expected today with a high of 74°F and a low of 58°F.

Today's Forecast — Tuesday, May 12

  • Conditions: Overcast
  • High / Low: 74°F / 58°F
  • Wind: E 13 mph, gusts to 24 mph
  • Precipitation: 0% chance
  • UV Index: 6.8 — High — sunscreen recommended
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 05:48 / 19:38
  • Daylight: 13.8 hours (11.9 hours of sunshine expected)

What Matters Most Today

  • Sun safety: UV index reaches 6.8; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
  • Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Humidity: 69%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Overcast, 65°F, winds 10 mph, 72% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Partly cloudy, 73°F, 66% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 66°F, 74% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 51 (peak 84) — Moderate
  • Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
  • PM2.5: 14.4 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 79°F and a low of 58°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.