Franklin County Climate
Franklin County, Alabama
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
60.5°F
Annual Precip
57.7"
Annual Snowfall
0.6"
Extreme Heat Days
49
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,887
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Franklin County
Climate Verdict
Franklin County has a warm, averaging 60.5°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 57.7 inches of precipitation annually, occasional hot days — 48.849999999999994 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.6 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 41.0°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.0°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
Franklin County closely matches the Alabama statewide average temperature of 63.2°F, the county experiences 15.084741379310358 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Franklin County Weather
Mild Temperatures and High Moisture
Franklin County's 60.5°F average annual temperature sits about 6 degrees above the national median. It receives 57.7 inches of precipitation per year, far exceeding the moisture levels of most U.S. counties.
The Cooler Side of Alabama
Franklin is nearly 3 degrees cooler than the Alabama state average of 63.2°F. Its precipitation of 57.7 inches almost perfectly aligns with the state's average of 57.4 inches.
Coolest in the Region
Franklin is notably cooler than Fayette (62.1°F) and much milder than Geneva (65.4°F). It experiences the fewest extreme heat days in this group, with only 49 days per year.
Short Winters and Moderate Heat
Winter temperatures average 43.1°F, bringing 0.6 inches of annual snowfall. Summer is warm but less intense than the rest of the state, with 49 days over 90°F and a July average of 79.0°F.
Prepare for Rainy Springs
High annual rainfall of 57.7 inches requires residents to maintain reliable storm drainage. Since summer is relatively mild for Alabama, outdoor activities are more manageable than in hotter southern counties.
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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.