Calhoun County Climate
Calhoun County, Alabama
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
63.1°F
Annual Precip
52.9"
Annual Snowfall
0.1"
Extreme Heat Days
60
days >= 90°F/yr
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Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,472
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Calhoun County
Climate Verdict
Calhoun County has a warm, averaging 63.1°F year-round, moderately wet with 52.9 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 59.5 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.1 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 44.4°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 80.4°F. The 36°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
Calhoun County closely matches the Alabama statewide average temperature of 63.2°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Alabama.
Climate Profile
About Calhoun County Weather
Standard subtropical conditions
Calhoun's 63.1°F average temperature aligns with a humid subtropical climate, sitting well above the national median. It experiences distinct seasonal shifts within a warm framework.
A perfect Alabama average
It matches the Alabama state average of 63.2°F almost perfectly, representing the quintessential state weather profile. The county avoids the extreme heat of the south and the deep freezes of the north.
Moderate heat for the region
Its 60 extreme heat days place it between the milder Blount and the hotter southern counties. Rainfall of 52.9 inches is slightly lower than the state average of 57.4 inches.
Broad seasonal temperature swings
The county experiences a sharp 36-degree swing between January's 44.4°F and July's 80.4°F averages. Annual snowfall is negligible, averaging just 0.1 inches.
Heating and cooling balance
Dual-purpose HVAC systems are essential here to manage both the 60 heat days and the chilly 46.5°F winter average. Outdoor planning should account for the lower-than-average 52.9 inches of rain.
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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.