Matt Barrentine
Meteorologist
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Meteorologist Matt Barrentine is a Gulf Coast native who graduated from Florida State University in 2000 with a BS in Meteorology. He received the American Meteorological Society Seal of Approval in 2003.
Matt has been on the FOX10 News team since 2004 and tracked the severest weather Mother Nature has thrown at us this last decade. Matt is an avid sports fan who cheers on his Seminoles and the Saints. You can often find him out with his wife and two young sons enjoying many of the fun family activities that the Gulf Coast has to offer.
You can catch Matt's forecast weekends on FOX10 News at 9 p.m. and various reports during the week on FOX10 News.
Updated: 19 hours ago
|By Matt Barrentine
The storm threat is continuing into the evening, overnight, and into early Monday morning
Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 7:45 PM CDT
|By Matt Barrentine
The storm threat will likely continue into Monday morning.
Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 7:23 AM CDT
|By Matt Barrentine
The last of the rain and storms will push east through the panhandle by mid-morning. After that, we will have clearing skies and warming temps. In fact, many spots will get into the mid 80s today! Toasty!
Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 2:11 PM CDT
|By Matt Barrentine
Hundreds of kindergartners and first graders at Saraland Early Education Center got a real hands-on look at different careers Monday morning. Everything from delivering packages to fighting fires and saving lives.
Updated: Mar. 19, 2023 at 7:07 PM CDT
|By Matt Barrentine
We will gradually warm up as we go through next week. The next chance of rain will be Friday.
Updated: Mar. 11, 2023 at 9:11 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
It will be a fantastic day across the Gulf Coast. A mix of sun and clouds and very pleasant temperatures in the mid 70s for highs. No worries about any rain… today.
Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 12:12 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
The rain won’t be widespread, but it will be around, so be prepared if you run into a shower.
Updated: Mar. 5, 2023 at 7:12 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Sunday morning started clear and sunny with lows in the 50s. Sunshine and blue skies will rule again today with highs in the low 80s.That will make for nice conditions for any outdoor activities. Just make sure to wear sunscreen. The UV is getting more intense as the days lengthen.
Updated: Mar. 4, 2023 at 7:16 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Really just a stunner of a spring-like weekend. We’ll have sunny skies for our Saturday with highs in the upper 70s.If you’re headed out for your Saturday evening, you will find nice weather with temps in the 60s in the early evening.
Updated: Feb. 27, 2023 at 12:16 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
The winds will stay gusty through the evening hours while the temps will remain mild.
Updated: Feb. 26, 2023 at 6:49 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Our Sunday is going to be quite warm with record highs likely broken once again as they climb into the low 80s. Skies will be partly cloudy and rain chances stay slim.
Updated: Feb. 25, 2023 at 7:23 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Our Saturday is going to be quite warm with record highs likely broken once again as they climb into the low 80s. Skies will be partly cloudy and rain chances stay slim.
Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 5:47 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
We have a mild start for Mardi Gras with lows in the 60s. Highs will climb into the upper 70s for afternoon highs.
Updated: Feb. 19, 2023 at 8:12 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Joe Cain Sunday will be fantastic. The morning is bit chilly, in the 40s, but we will warm nicely. Temps will be in the mid to upper 60s for the procession in the afternoon. It will be mostly sunny and nice!
Updated: Feb. 18, 2023 at 7:27 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Our Saturday is starting cold, but we will have sunny skies and warm up as the day goes along. So, if you’re headed to the daytime parades, layer appropriately. Highs will be in the upper 50s.
Updated: Feb. 14, 2023 at 6:44 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
The main threat will be damaging winds, but an isolated tornado or two can’t be ruled out.
Updated: Feb. 13, 2023 at 6:22 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
If you’re headed to tonight’s parades downtown, make sure to grab a jacket!
Updated: Feb. 12, 2023 at 8:08 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Brrr! We’re starting our Sunday with cold, blustery conditions with temps in the 40s and wind chills in the 30s!As the day goes along it will gradually warm up to around 60 with plenty of sunshine. It stays breezy throughout the day.
Updated: Feb. 12, 2023 at 7:53 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
As the day goes along it will gradually warm up to around 60 with plenty of sunshine. It stays breezy throughout the day.
Updated: Feb. 11, 2023 at 9:19 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
An area of low pressure will create steady, light to moderate rain through the morning and into the early afternoon across the Gulf Coast. We could get some breaks in the rain in the late afternoon, but more showers will likely develop in the evening. Not only will it be wet, but it will also be chilly and breezy with highs struggling to get to 50 and NW wind 15-20 mph. Sorry, it will be a bummer of a day.
Updated: Feb. 10, 2023 at 6:05 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
It sometimes gets confusing when there’s a big thunderstorm outside and there’s no warning for that storm. So what makes a storm severe?
Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 5:30 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
One of the most dangerous and deadly parts of severe weather is lightning.
Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 12:56 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
If you are headed to the Polka Dots tonight, be sure to bring some rain gear for possible showers. At least the temps will be mild with low 60s at parade time.
Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 5:42 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
When it comes to severe weather awareness, knowing the terminology of tornadoes is incredibly important.
Updated: Feb. 7, 2023 at 9:50 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Flash flooding is a major commuting danger along the Gulf Coast. If it’s raining heavy, it doesn’t have to rain long to cause major issues.
Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 2:25 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Let’s talk about the differences between watches and warnings.
Updated: Feb. 5, 2023 at 7:57 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
After a cool, crisp start we will warm up rapidly and highs will hit the mid to upper 60s across the area.
Updated: Feb. 4, 2023 at 7:47 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
If you’re headed to the Senior Bowl it will be a little bit chilly for tailgating, but it will warm up around lunchtime and it will be very pleasant when the game begins with temps around 60.
Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 at 2:06 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
If you are a regular bayway or causeway commuter you know that fog can impact your drive in the morning, in the middle of the day, and even in the afternoon. Why is that?
Updated: Jan. 28, 2023 at 7:32 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
We started our Saturday with some chilly temperatures in the upper 30s. We will warm up quickly as the day goes along ad highs will top out in the mid 60s.Saturday night looks nice if you’re going out. It won’t be as chilly with temps dropping off only into the 50s during the evening
Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 1:39 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Astronomically speaking we are about to have as close of a call as close calls get with an asteroid Thursday evening.
Updated: Jan. 22, 2023 at 7:14 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
We’re not done with the rain yet. Showers are likely to redevelop later this morning and into the afternoon across the area. Most of the rain will be light, but there will also be a line of more moderate rain in the afternoon. When it’s not showering it will mostly be overcast for our Sunday.
Updated: Jan. 21, 2023 at 7:15 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Many areas are starting with a steady rain for Saturday. Other areas will eventually get rain at some point. The showers will be off and on through the morning and into the afternoon. Most of these showers will be light, but there will be occasional heavier showers.
Updated: Jan. 14, 2023 at 9:05 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
We will warm quicker on Sunday, with highs reaching into the low 60s under mostly sunny skies.
Updated: Jan. 10, 2023 at 3:00 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
This weekend an ancient creature washed up on the shore of Mobile Bay. Covered in hard protective armor it was a rare find that is now being dissected by researchers.
Updated: Jan. 8, 2023 at 7:17 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Sunday morning starts in the low 50s. Clouds will be moving in ahead of a system approaching from the west. A line of showers will move into the area in the late morning. This system will be weak but expect some light rain through the middle of the day in most spots. The rain totals won’t be huge, but the rain will be a nuisance for our Sunday. Highs will be in the upper 60s.
Updated: Jan. 7, 2023 at 7:18 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Looking fantastic for us on this Saturday. The skies will be clear and blue, the temperatures will be comfortable, and there won’t be any rain. Highs will be in the low 70s.
Updated: Jan. 1, 2023 at 7:35 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
There’s a dense fog advisory up for the entire area through the morning. Be careful driving around. The fog will hold on until 8 or 9 in the morning and then burn off.For the rest of New Year’s Day, it will be mild and quiet with lows highs in the low 70s. There will be plenty of sunshine and no worries about any rain.
Updated: Dec. 31, 2022 at 8:32 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
We will have mostly cloudy skies through the day and occasional light showers scattered about. There’s a lot of fun events going on for New Year’s Eve, so don’t let the scattered light showers keep you away, just make sure you have an umbrella in case one of those showers pops up. Highs will be mild, around 70.
Updated: Dec. 30, 2022 at 12:11 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
The heavy and rain and thunderstorms will begin around lunch or shortly after lunch.
Updated: Dec. 29, 2022 at 12:12 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
We will see a quick warm up and mostly sunny skies with highs topping out in the low 70s this afternoon.
Updated: Dec. 28, 2022 at 12:34 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
It will be cloudy, but any significant rain is unlikely, although there may be some very light drizzles in spots.
Updated: Dec. 11, 2022 at 7:01 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Once again, we are starting with thick, widespread morning fog. Visibilities in many areas down to ¼ mile visibility or less. Be careful driving around.After that, scattered rain and storms will be possible from midday through the afternoon. Nothing strong or severe, but there could be a couple of rumbles of thunder. The coverage won’t be 100%, so some will miss out, or just see some light sprinkles. Other spots though could see a quick inch or so of rain. Highs will be in the low 70s.
Updated: Dec. 10, 2022 at 7:21 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
Once again we start with thick, widespread morning fog. Visibilities in many areas down to ¼ mile visibility or less. Be careful driving around.After lunch, we warm up quickly. The afternoon will be mostly cloudy and warm with highs in the mid to upper 70s. No worries about rain for your Saturday if you’re going to one of the many Christmas parades around the area.
Updated: Dec. 5, 2022 at 2:23 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
When the students of Fruitdale High return on Wednesday they’re going to find their school in pretty rough shape. The gym, the cafeteria and other buildings suffered significant damage in last week's tornado.
Updated: Dec. 3, 2022 at 2:44 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
A quiet pattern is setting up for the workweek.
Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 9:07 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
There is the risk of strong storms but our severe probabilities are low but we’ll have to watch things closely.
Updated: Nov. 26, 2022 at 8:16 PM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
We have a tornado watch up for the coastal counties of our area until 12 a.m. Sunday morning. That watch may be dropped earlier as storms move east through the night.
Updated: Nov. 25, 2022 at 9:20 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
There are a few, light showers leftover for our Friday morning. If you are headed out shopping bring an umbrella just in case.
Updated: Nov. 24, 2022 at 5:50 AM CST
|By Matt Barrentine
It will be cloudy and warm, but otherwise quiet for our Thanksgiving Thursday. Highs will be in the low 70s.
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