Butler County Climate
Butler County, Alabama
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
64.5°F
Annual Precip
60.3"
Annual Snowfall
0.3"
Extreme Heat Days
71
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,807
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Climate Advisory: Butler County
Climate Verdict
Butler County has a warm, averaging 64.5°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 60.3 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 71.2 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 46.9°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 80.2°F. The 33°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Butler County closely matches the Alabama statewide average temperature of 63.2°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Alabama.
Climate Profile
About Butler County Weather
Warm humid deep south
Butler averages 64.5°F annually, significantly warmer than the national median and characteristic of the Deep South. Its climate is dominated by warm air from the Gulf.
Warmer than the state average
This county runs hotter than the 63.2°F Alabama average, contributing to the state's warm reputation. It experiences more intense heat than the northern mountain regions.
Higher heat than Bullock
With 71 days of extreme heat, Butler feels noticeably warmer than neighboring Bullock's 54 days. It also sees about five inches more rain annually than its neighbor to the east.
Heavy rain and high heat
Heavy rainfall of 60.3 inches pairs with 80.2°F July temperatures to create a very humid summer environment. Snow is a rarity, with only 0.3 inches recorded on average.
Gutter and AC maintenance
Residents should invest in high-efficiency cooling and ensure gutter systems can handle the heavy 60.3-inch annual rainfall. Moisture control is key to home maintenance in this humid climate.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.