Jackson County Climate
Jackson County, Alabama
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
59.5°F
Annual Precip
58.3"
Annual Snowfall
1.3"
Extreme Heat Days
48
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,600
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Jackson County
Climate Verdict
Jackson County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 59.5°F, very wet conditions receiving 58.3 inches of precipitation annually, occasional hot days — 48.13333333333333 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 1.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 39.7°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.0°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
Jackson County is 3.7°F cooler than the Alabama statewide average of 63.2°F, the county experiences 15.80140804597702 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Jackson County Weather
Milder temperatures in the northern hills
Jackson County averages 59.5°F, making it significantly cooler than the state average and closer to the national median. This North Alabama region experiences a tempered version of the humid subtropical climate.
One of Alabama's coolest counties
Ranking as one of the state's cooler counties, its 59.5°F average sits nearly four degrees below the state norm. Elevation and latitude contribute to this milder profile compared to central Alabama.
More snow than southern peers
The county receives 58.3 inches of rain, which is slightly more than the state average. It stands out in the region for its 1.3 inches of annual snowfall, which is high for Alabama.
Manageable summers and crisp winters
Summers are manageable with a 76.8°F average and only 48 extreme heat days. Winters are colder than the state average, dropping to a 41.9°F seasonal mean.
Winterize for the highland cold
Prepare for more freezing nights than southern neighbors by insulating pipes and keeping a snow shovel handy. Efficient heating is just as important as cooling in this northern climate.
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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.