Forecasters report cool mornings, warming trend, midweek rain
PUBLISHED Mar 28, 2026, 11:40 PM ET
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United States: Local weather services issued Sunday forecasts for different regions, reporting cool starts and daytime warming across Alabama, Michigan, North Carolina, and Wisconsin. Forecasters on March 29 described morning lows near freezing, breezy coastal winds, and an approaching pattern bringing increased humidity and rain chances later in the week. Charlotte and Birmingham forecasts warned of midweek warming with highs reaching 70s–80s by Tuesday and scattered shower or thunderstorm chances by Wednesday–Thursday, with WBRC assigning about a 60% chance midweek. Gulf Coast advisories flagged a high rip-current risk Sunday; burn bans remained active in parts of the Carolinas.
By Sarah Whitman | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Late March: Local stations report cool morning readings and increasing clouds.
- Same weekend: Gulf Coast advisories issue high rip-current risk for Sunday.
- Monday: Warming trend begins with highs climbing into the 70s in several regions.
- Midweek (Wed–Thu): Forecast models indicate scattered showers and thunderstorms, WBRC cites ~60% chance.
- Late week: Expected rainfall could reduce drought stress; burn bans remain under review.
News Intelligence
- The week's weather affects your daily life. Cool mornings mean bundling up for the commute. Midweek warming could be perfect for outdoor activities. But keep an eye out for potential rain or thunderstorms later in the week. If you're on the Gulf Coast, be aware of the high rip-current risk.
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Local emergency management, coastal authorities, and water resource teams benefited from advance forecasts and hazard notices enabling preparations.
Outdoor workers, beachgoers, and fire-prone communities suffered restrictions and heightened hazards due to gusty winds and burn bans.
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