Dale County Climate
Dale County, Alabama
Avg Annual Temp
67.8°F
Annual Precip
53.9"
Annual Snowfall
—
Extreme Heat Days
89.3
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Dale County Weather
Intense Heat in the Wiregrass Region
Dale County is one of the warmest areas in the nation with an annual average of 67.8°F. This subtropical climate is defined by long, hot summers and very short, mild winters.
Surpassing Alabama's Average Temperature
The county's 67.8°F average is significantly higher than the Alabama state mean of 63.2°F. It ranks as one of the hottest counties in the state's southeastern corner.
Hotter Than Most Interior Neighbors
Dale is warmer than Covington County (67.1°F) and much hotter than Dallas County (64.6°F). Its 53.9 inches of annual rain is slightly below the state average, leading to drier heat spikes.
Prolonged High Summer Temperatures
The county sees 89 days per year above 90°F, with July averages reaching a sweltering 83.0°F. Winters are among the mildest in the state, averaging 52.8°F with no measurable snow recorded.
Focus on Summer Heat Mitigation
High-efficiency HVAC systems are vital for navigating the 89 days of extreme heat. Since snow is not a factor, residents should focus their home prep on heat-reflective roofing and sun protection.
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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.