What is today's weather forecast for Athens, AL?

Today's forecast for Athens shows a low of 42 degrees Fahrenheit. Mostly clear, with a low around 42.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Athens, AL?

The 7-day forecast for Athens shows highs from 70 to 75 degrees and lows from 42 to 58 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 4 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Athens, AL this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Athens this week. Precipitation chances: Monday (30% chance), Tuesday (30% chance), Wednesday (30% chance), Thursday (40% chance).

How accurate is the Athens weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Athens forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Athens, AL Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

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61°F
Feels Like 61°F

Humidity 54% Dew Point 45°F Wind ENE 1 MPH Gusts 1 Barometer 30.21 in.767.3 mm

Report from a personal weather station 2.5 miles ENE of central Athens
at 4:45 PM Thu, Nov 13, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

ThuNov 13

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MonNov 17

TueNov 18

30%

WedNov 19

20%

7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

High temperatures remain relatively stable through the week, ranging from 70°F to 75°F. Some rain possible with at least 3 days showing precipitation chances of 20% or higher.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 9°F above the historical average for November. Normal highs for this period are around 62°F with lows around 39°F.

This Date in Weather History

1953 - Strong southeasterly winds associated with a Pacific cold front reached 70 mph at Sacramento CA to equal their all-time record. The previous record had been established in a similar weather pattern on December 12th of the previous year.

Athens, AL 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Thursday Nov 13

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 42. Calm wind.

Friday Nov 14

Day: Sunny, with a high near 73. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the morning.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 49. South wind around 5 mph.

Saturday Nov 15

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 58. Southwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Sunday Nov 16

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 71.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 44.

Monday Nov 17

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 70.

Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 54.

Tuesday Nov 18

Day: A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly before noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 70.

Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53.

Wednesday Nov 19

Day: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 70.

Night: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 54.

Thursday Nov 20

Day: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 70.

About Athens, AL

Athens is a city in and the county seat of Limestone County, in the U.S. state of Alabama; it is included in the Huntsville–Decatur–Albertville combined statistical area. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city is 25,407.

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