Covington County Climate
Covington County, Alabama
Avg Annual Temp
67.1°F
Annual Precip
59.7"
Annual Snowfall
0.3"
Extreme Heat Days
99.4
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Covington County Weather
Extreme Southern Warmth and Humidity
Covington County is significantly warmer than the national average, posting a high 67.1°F annual mean. It sits firmly in a subtropical zone characterized by heavy rainfall and long-duration heat.
One of Alabama's Warmest Counties
Covington's 67.1°F average is nearly four degrees higher than the Alabama state average of 63.2°F. It experiences some of the most persistent heat levels in the entire state.
Hotter Than Nearby Conecuh
At 67.1°F, Covington is warmer than its neighbor Conecuh County, which averages 66.2°F. It also records more extreme heat days, indicating a more intense summer season for the local area.
Dominant Summers and Negligible Snow
The county endures a staggering 99 days per year above 90°F, with July averages reaching 82.1°F. Snow is nearly non-existent, averaging only 0.3 inches annually as winter stays mild at 52.2°F.
Strategies for Sustained High Heat
Homeowners must invest in high-efficiency cooling, as extreme heat lasts for nearly a third of the year. Outdoor activities require careful planning to avoid the peak afternoon temperatures during the 99-day heat window.
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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.