Water Temperature of Shades Creek in Birmingham, AL
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Measurement Time: Thursday, July 31, 2025, 5:00 PM CDT
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Station Name: SHADES CREEK AT ELDER ST NEAR SPRINGDALE AL
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov
Elevation Above Sea Level: 715 feet / 218 meters
Nearest Address:
311 Elder St
Birmingham, AL 35210
Jefferson County
GPS Coordinates: 33.52093809, -86.7169325
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Village Creek, Birmingham, AL (12.2 mi)
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Turkey Creek, Pinson, AL (13.2 mi)
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Weather for Birmingham, Alabama
Current Weather

Humidity: 85%
Feels Like: 82.5°F
Wind: NNW 2.2 mph
Wind Gusts: 2.3 mph
Precipitation: 0 in
Cloud Cover: 50%
Visibility: 9 mi
UV Index: 0
Five Day Weather Forecast

Thu
H: 98°F
L: 77°F

Fri
H: 95°F
L: 76°F

Sat
H: 90°F
L: 73°F

Sun
H: 84°F
L: 72°F

Mon
H: 83°F
L: 67°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 14.06 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 5.74 μg/m3
Ozone: 72 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:53 AM
Sunset: 7:47 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 48 mins
Moon Transit: 6:04 PM
Moonset: 12:00 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 36.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:40 AM - 8:10 AM5:34 PM - 8:04 PM
Minor Periods
12:06 AM - 1:36 PM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Heat Advisory issued July 31 at 5:50PM CDT until August 1 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Effective: Thu July 31, 2025, 5:50 PM
Expires: Fri August 1, 2025, 2:00 AM
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 expected. * WHERE...Autauga, Bibb, Chilton, Dallas, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Jefferson, Lamar, Lowndes, Marengo, Perry, Pickens, Shelby, St. Clair, Sumter, Tuscaloosa, and Walker Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stoke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Heat Advisory issued July 31 at 5:50PM CDT until August 1 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Effective: Thu July 31, 2025, 5:50 PM
Expires: Fri August 1, 2025, 2:00 AM
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 expected. * WHERE...Autauga, Bibb, Chilton, Dallas, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Jefferson, Lamar, Lowndes, Marengo, Perry, Pickens, Shelby, St. Clair, Sumter, Tuscaloosa, and Walker Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stoke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Heat Advisory issued July 31 at 5:50PM CDT until August 1 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Effective: Thu July 31, 2025, 5:50 PM
Expires: Fri August 1, 2025, 2:00 AM
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 expected. * WHERE...Autauga, Bibb, Chilton, Dallas, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Jefferson, Lamar, Lowndes, Marengo, Perry, Pickens, Shelby, St. Clair, Sumter, Tuscaloosa, and Walker Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stoke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Heat Advisory issued July 31 at 5:50PM CDT until July 31 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Effective: Thu July 31, 2025, 5:50 PM
Expires: Thu July 31, 2025, 9:00 PM
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 105. * WHERE...Blount, Marion, and Winston Counties. * WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stoke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Heat Advisory issued July 31 at 5:50PM CDT until August 1 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Effective: Thu July 31, 2025, 5:50 PM
Expires: Fri August 1, 2025, 2:00 AM
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 expected. * WHERE...Bullock, Coosa, Elmore, Macon, Montgomery, Pike, Talladega, and Tallapoosa Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stoke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 85.9°F
Average Humidity: 75%
Wind: 4 mph
UV Index: 2.5
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 14.63 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 7.14 μg/m3
Ozone: 115.32 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:53 AM
Sunset: 7:47 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 48 mins
Moon Transit: 6:04 PM
Moonset: 12:00 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 36.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:40 AM - 8:10 AM5:34 PM - 8:04 PM
Minor Periods
12:06 AM - 1:36 PM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 84.8°F
Average Humidity: 75%
Wind: 6.7 mph
UV Index: 2.3
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 14.5 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 8.52 μg/m3
Ozone: 114.12 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:53 AM
Sunset: 7:46 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 47 mins
Moon Transit: 6:48 PM
Moonset: 12:27 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 47.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
6:23 AM - 8:53 AM6:18 PM - 8:48 PM
Minor Periods
1:04 PM - 2:34 PM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 81.6°F
Average Humidity: 73%
Wind: 8.7 mph
UV Index: 2.3
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 10.59 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.6 μg/m3
Ozone: 105.4 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:53 AM
Sunset: 7:45 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 45 mins
Moon Transit: 7:34 PM
Moonset: 12:57 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 59.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
7:08 AM - 9:38 AM7:04 PM - 9:34 PM
Minor Periods
2:03 PM - 3:33 PM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 77.7°F
Average Humidity: 81%
Wind: 11.2 mph
UV Index: 1.2
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 12.62 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.04 μg/m3
Ozone: 105.56 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:53 AM
Sunset: 7:45 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 44 mins
Moon Transit: 8:24 PM
Moonset: 12:32 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 70.0%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
7:56 AM - 10:26 AM7:54 PM - 10:24 PM
Minor Periods
3:02 PM - 4:32 PM12:02 AM - 1:32 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 75.1°F
Average Humidity: 68%
Wind: 10.7 mph
UV Index: 1.8
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 10.76 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.1 μg/m3
Ozone: 90.85 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:52 AM
Sunset: 7:44 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 42 mins
Moon Transit: 9:16 PM
Moonset: 1:13 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 79.8%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
8:47 AM - 11:17 AM8:46 PM - 11:16 PM
Minor Periods
4:01 PM - 5:31 PM12:43 AM - 2:13 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5