Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Mountain Brook

Mountain Brook, Alabama — Overcast expected today with a high of 79°F and a low of 56°F.

Today's Forecast — Wednesday, May 13

• Conditions: Overcast
• High / Low: 79°F / 56°F
• Wind: W 9 mph, gusts to 17 mph
• Precipitation: 1% chance
• UV Index: 8.2 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
• Sunrise / Sunset: 05:47 / 19:38
• Daylight: 13.9 hours

What Matters Most Today

• Sun safety: UV index reaches 8.2; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
• Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

• Humidity: 56%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

• Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 65°F, 70% humidity
• Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 78°F, 45% humidity
• Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 72°F, 54% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

• Air Quality Index: 70 (peak 124) — Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
• People with respiratory conditions should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
• PM2.5: 14.1 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Clear sky with a high of 73°F and a low of 55°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.