Dallas County Climate
Dallas County, Alabama
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
64.6°F
Annual Precip
54.5"
Annual Snowfall
0.3"
Extreme Heat Days
75
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,902
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Dallas County
Climate Verdict
Dallas County has a warm, averaging 64.6°F year-round, moderately wet with 54.5 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 74.94999999999999 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 46.1°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.5°F. The 35°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
Dallas County closely matches the Alabama statewide average temperature of 63.2°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Alabama.
Climate Profile
About Dallas County Weather
A Warm Central Alabama Climate
Dallas County averages 64.6°F annually, placing it comfortably above the national median temperature. It experiences the classic humid subtropical weather typical of the American South.
Typical of the Alabama Interior
The county's 64.6°F average is slightly warmer than the state average of 63.2°F. It bridges the gap between the cooler northern hills and the hot southern plains.
Warmer Than Its Northern Neighbors
Dallas is over two degrees warmer than Coosa County, which sits at 62.5°F. However, it remains cooler than the extreme heat found in Dale County at 67.8°F.
Seventy-Five Days of Extreme Heat
Summer temperatures average 80.4°F with 75 days reaching 90°F or higher. Winters are mild at 48.3°F, and snowfall is rare, averaging just 0.3 inches per year.
Prepare for Long Summer Seasons
With 75 extreme heat days, residents need reliable cooling and attic insulation. The 54.5 inches of annual rainfall also necessitates regular maintenance of home drainage systems.
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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.