Lauderdale County Climate
Lauderdale County, Alabama
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
61.0°F
Annual Precip
58.5"
Annual Snowfall
—
Extreme Heat Days
43
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,031
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Lauderdale County
Climate Verdict
Lauderdale County has a warm, averaging 61.0°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 58.5 inches of precipitation annually, occasional hot days — 43.1 per year above 90°F. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 40.8°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.4°F. The 39°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
Lauderdale County closely matches the Alabama statewide average temperature of 63.2°F, the county experiences 20.83474137931035 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Lauderdale County Weather
Temperate weather on the Tennessee
At 61.0°F, Lauderdale County is cooler than the Alabama average and sits closer to national temperature norms. This Tennessee Valley county experiences a humid subtropical climate with distinct seasonal shifts.
Cooler than the Alabama norm
The county is among Alabama's cooler regions, staying two degrees below the state average of 63.2°F. It receives 58.5 inches of rain, slightly more than the state average.
Fewer extreme heat days nearby
It shares a similar temperature profile with Lawrence County but experiences fewer extreme heat days than counties further south. The 43 days of 90°F weather are among the lowest in the state.
Milder summers in the north
July temperatures average 79.4°F, while winters are chilly with a 43.1°F average. While snowfall data is limited, the January average of 40.8°F indicates frequent overnight freezes.
A longer heating season
Residents benefit from milder summers but should prepare for a longer heating season than southern Alabamians. Sturdy rain jackets are necessary to navigate the 58.5 inches of annual rainfall.
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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.