![]() Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 5 translate into the following recommendations: A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person. UV indexIn April, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. SunshineThe average sunshine in April is 9.1h. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT. On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. DaylightIn April, the average length of the day in Florence is 13h and 5min. SnowfallApril through October are months without snowfall in Florence. In Florence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.6 days and collects up to 41.26" (1048mm) of precipitation. Rainfall In Florence, during April, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation. HumidityIn Florence, the average relative humidity in April is 76%. The average low-temperature, in Florence, is 51.3☏ (10.7☌). TemperatureIn April, the average high-temperature rises from a comfortable 60.8☏ (16☌) in March to a pleasant 70.3☏ (21.3☌). One person was killed, 55 others injured the tornado was rated F4 on the Fujita Scale.April is an agreeable spring month in Florence, Alabama, with an average temperature varying between 51.3☏ (10.7☌) and 70.3☏ (21.3☌). The strongest portion of the tornado’s path was near Harvest in northwest Madison County around the Anderson Hills subdivision and the Huntsville Dragway, which is the reason it is usually referred to as the “Anderson Hills Tornado”. ![]() It tracked from that point through eastern Limestone County, through Harvest, Meridianville, and New Market in northern Madison County, and ended near Princeton in northwest Jackson County. ON THIS DATE IN 1995: In the warm, humid late afternoon hours of May 18, 1995, a tornado touched down just northwest of Athens. ![]() Heavy ash covered the ground to the immediate northwest, and small particles were carried to the Atlantic coast. ON THIS DATE IN 1980: Mount Saint Helens erupted, spewing ash and smoke sixty-three thousand feet into the air. At least 14 strong to violent tornadoes touched down killing 52 people. ON THIS DATE IN 1883: The massive tornado outbreak on record in Illinois affected the northern and central parts of the state. See the video briefing for maps, graphics, and more details. Highs will be mostly in the 80s, with lows in the 60s. Still, a few scattered showers or storms are possible Monday, followed by only isolated showers for the rest of the week. NEXT WEEK: The week generally looks quiet and drier for the Deep South. A few showers will remain possible Sunday mainly over the southeast counter of Alabama. ![]() Then, drier air moves into the northern 2/3 of the state Sunday the day will be mostly sunny there with lower humidity. The sky will be mostly cloudy Saturday with a high around 80 degrees. SPC has much of the state in a “marginal risk” (level 1/5) of severe thunderstorms for the potential for small hail and strong, gusty winds. It won’t rain all day, but a few passing showers or storms are likely for any one given spot during the day. THE ALABAMA WEEKEND: A cold front will bring scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms to the state Saturday. Chance of any one spot getting wet tomorrow is 40-50 percent. Scattered showers and storms will form again tomorrow, but they are expected to be fewer in number… with a partly sunny sky the high will remain in the upper 70s and low 80s. We note the average high for Birmingham on May 18 is 83. Otherwise, today will be occasionally cloudy with a high between 77 and 82 degrees. Storms will diminish tonight after sunset. Like recent days, heavier storms this afternoon and early tonight will produce small hail, strong gusty winds, heavy rain, and lots of lightning. SPC has a “marginal risk” (level 1/5) in place much for many of the northern and central counties. Scattered showers and storms will form later today and early tonight in the humid air across the state. NEW DAY, OLD FORECAST: Alabama’s weather won’t change much today. ![]()
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