Blount County Climate

Blount County, Alabama

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec62.3°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

62.3°F

Annual Precip

57.4"

Annual Snowfall

Extreme Heat Days

51.5

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet
5.5"
5.5"
5.1"
5.6"
4.2"
5.2"
5.0"
3.6"
4.1"
3.4"
4.2"
5.8"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring54°70°14.9"Summer77°81°13.9"Fall53°74°11.7"Winter43°46°16.8"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 76% of US counties
Wetter than 87% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 22% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Blount County Weather

Above average national warmth

Blount averages 62.3°F annually, keeping it consistently warmer than the national median temperature. The climate stays mild throughout most of the year.

Temperate northern Alabama climate

The county sits just below the Alabama state average of 63.2°F, representing the cooler northern temperament of the state. It avoids the most extreme heat seen in the southern coastal plains.

Fewer extreme heat days than peers

Blount sees 52 extreme heat days, fewer than Bibb's 66, making it one of the more temperate areas in the region. Its 57.4 inches of rain matches the state average exactly.

Warm summers and chilly winters

Summers reach a July high of 80.7°F, though extreme heat occurs less frequently than in the south. While specific snowfall data is limited, winter temperatures average a chilly 44.9°F.

Investing in home insulation

Efficient attic insulation helps manage the 52 days of extreme heat while protecting against 44.9°F winter lows. Since snowfall data is unavailable, focus on general winterization for occasional freezes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Blount County?
The average annual temperature in Blount County, AL is 62.3°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Blount County get?
Blount County receives an average of 57.4 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
How hot does Blount County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Blount County is 79.1°F. The county experiences an average of 51.5 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Blount County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Blount County is 44.9°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 43.1°F.

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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.

Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.

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