Climate of Alabama, USA
Area-weighted average across Alabama. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Alabama, a subdivision of United States of America, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 6.6°C / 43.9°F in January to 26.5°C / 79.7°F in July, with rainfall from 79 mm / 3.1 in to 166 mm / 6.5 in depending on the season (1460 mm / 57.5 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.6°C43.9°F | 137 mm5.4″ | — |
| February | 8.7°C47.7°F | 134 mm5.3″ | — |
| March | 12.9°C55.2°F | 166 mm6.5″ | — |
| April | 16.7°C62.1°F | 124 mm4.9″ | — |
| May | 21°C69.8°F | 117 mm4.6″ | — |
| June | 24.7°C76.5°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| July | 26.5°C79.7°F | 137 mm5.4″ | — |
| August | 26.1°C79°F | 104 mm4.1″ | — |
| September | 23.4°C74.1°F | 104 mm4.1″ | — |
| October | 17.4°C63.3°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| November | 12.3°C54.1°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| December | 8.3°C46.9°F | 136 mm5.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Alabama?
Alabama, United States of America does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 26.5°C / 79.7°F, and the driest is October at 79 mm / 3.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Alabama?
Alabama, United States of America has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 6.6°C / 43.9°F in January to 26.5°C / 79.7°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1460 mm / 57.5 in, with the wettest month being March (166 mm / 6.5 in) and the driest October (79 mm / 3.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Alabama?
The hottest month in Alabama is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.5°C / 79.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Alabama?
The coldest month in Alabama is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 6.6°C / 43.9°F.
When does it rain most in Alabama?
The wettest month in Alabama is March, averaging about 166 mm / 6.5 in of rainfall. The driest is October with about 79 mm / 3.1 in.