Lamar County Climate
Lamar County, Alabama
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
63.5°F
Annual Precip
59.1"
Annual Snowfall
0.6"
Extreme Heat Days
71
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,656
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Lamar County
Climate Verdict
Lamar County has a warm, averaging 63.5°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 59.1 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 70.9 days annually 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 44.2°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.2°F. The 37°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
Lamar County closely matches the Alabama statewide average temperature of 63.2°F.
Climate Profile
About Lamar County Weather
Warm and wet Western Alabama
Lamar County averages 63.5°F, slightly exceeding the Alabama state average and the national median. Its climate is characterized by high humidity and consistent year-round precipitation.
A slightly wetter state outlier
With an annual average just above 63.2°F, Lamar sits in the middle of state temperature rankings. It is one of the wetter counties, receiving 59.1 inches of rain annually compared to the state's 57.4.
Higher rainfall than central neighbors
Lamar is wetter than Jefferson County, recording nearly two extra inches of rain per year. Its temperature profile closely tracks with its neighbors along the Mississippi border.
Seventy days of extreme heat
The county endures 71 days of extreme heat annually, with summer temperatures averaging 80.1°F. Winters are cool at 46.3°F and produce only 0.6 inches of snow on average.
Gear up for heavy rain
Investing in reliable rain gear is a must given the high 59.1-inch annual precipitation. Homeowners should ensure cooling systems are serviced by May to handle the 71 days of extreme heat.
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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.