* WHAT...Heat index values up to 106 expected.
* WHERE...Much of Central Alabama.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
Heat Advisory
Until 2026-09-19T20:00:00-05:00
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National Weather Service
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 106 expected.
* WHERE...Much of Central Alabama.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
CAHABA RIVER NEAR HOOVER, AL
Realtime Data
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Conditions
13
Discharge (cfs)
2.5
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 13 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.50 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 15 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The Cahaba River's flow is influenced by several factors, including rainfall and runoff from surrounding watersheds. The river has several tributaries, including Shades Creek and Village Creek, and is also impounded by several dams. Seasonally, the river experiences higher flows in the spring due to increased rainfall and snowmelt, while summer months tend to have lower flows. An interesting fact about the Cahaba River is that it is home to several rare and endangered species, such as the Cahaba lily and the painted rocksnail, making it a unique and important ecosystem to protect.
September 19, 2026
Elevation
466.0 ft
Last Updated
Gage height, ft
2.5 ft
Streamflow, ft³/s
12.6 ft3/s
Specific conductance, water, unfiltered, microsiemens per centimeter at 25°C