Etowah County Climate
Etowah County, Alabama
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
62.8°F
Annual Precip
58.2"
Annual Snowfall
0.9"
Extreme Heat Days
66
days >= 90°F/yr
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Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,448
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Etowah County
Climate Verdict
Etowah County has a warm, averaging 62.8°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 58.2 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 65.5 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.9 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 42.8°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.0°F. The 38°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
Etowah County closely matches the Alabama statewide average temperature of 63.2°F.
Climate Profile
About Etowah County Weather
Moderate Southern Climate
Etowah County's average annual temperature of 62.8°F is nearly 9 degrees warmer than the national median. The area is quite wet, receiving 58.2 inches of annual precipitation compared to a much lower national average.
Mirroring the Alabama Average
The county's 62.8°F average temperature is nearly identical to the Alabama state average of 63.2°F. Its rainfall is also typical for the state, coming in just 0.8 inches above the state mean.
Cooler Than the South Coast
Etowah is significantly cooler than Escambia County, which averages 66.4°F. However, it is slightly warmer than its neighbor Franklin County, which stays at a cooler 60.5°F.
Hot Summers with Occasional Dustings
The county experiences 66 days of extreme heat over 90°F, peaking with a July average of 81.0°F. Winter brings a January average of 42.8°F and roughly 0.9 inches of annual snowfall.
Seasonal Home Maintenance Required
Homeowners should prepare for 66 days of high heat with serviced cooling systems. Because Etowah gets nearly an inch of snow, having a basic shovel and ice melt is a wise precaution for occasional winter storms.
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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.