Hale County Climate
Hale County, Alabama
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
64.1°F
Annual Precip
56.0"
Annual Snowfall
0.1"
Extreme Heat Days
75
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,715
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Hale County
Climate Verdict
Hale County has a warm, averaging 64.1°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 56.0 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 74.85 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.1 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 80.8°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
Hale County closely matches the Alabama statewide average temperature of 63.2°F.
Climate Profile
About Hale County Weather
Consistently Warm and Moist
Hale County's 64.1°F annual average is nearly 10 degrees warmer than the national median. It receives 56.0 inches of precipitation, making it a very wet environment by national standards.
Warmer Than Most of Alabama
At 64.1°F, Hale County is warmer than the state average of 63.2°F. Interestingly, it is slightly drier than the Alabama average of 57.4 inches, though only by a small margin.
Typical West-Central Conditions
Hale's temperature is nearly the same as Greene County (63.8°F). It is significantly warmer than Fayette County to its north, which averages just 62.1°F.
Two Full Months of Heat
The county averages 75 days per year with temperatures at or above 90°F. Winter is mild with a December-February average of 48.2°F and only 0.1 inches of annual snowfall.
Manage the Summer Swelter
With 75 extreme heat days, a reliable HVAC system and shaded outdoor spaces are vital. While rain is slightly lower than the state average, 56 inches is still enough to require regular gutter maintenance.
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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.