Limestone County Climate
Limestone County, Alabama
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
61.2°F
Annual Precip
54.3"
Annual Snowfall
1.2"
Extreme Heat Days
58
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,086
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Climate Advisory: Limestone County
Climate Verdict
Limestone County has a warm, averaging 61.2°F year-round, moderately wet with 54.3 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 57.86666666666667 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 1.2 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 41.1°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.7°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
Limestone County closely matches the Alabama statewide average temperature of 63.2°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Alabama.
Climate Profile
About Limestone County Weather
Warmer than the national median
Limestone County averages 61.2°F annually, placing it well above the national median temperature. This humid subtropical climate receives 54.3 inches of precipitation each year.
A cooler pocket of Alabama
The county stays cooler than most of the state, with an annual average 2.0 degrees lower than the Alabama mean of 63.2°F. It also receives about 3 inches less rain than the state average.
Matching the Tennessee Valley neighbors
Limestone shares an identical 61.2°F annual average with neighboring Madison County. Both counties represent the cooler northern tier compared to southern neighbors like Mobile.
Hot summers and dusting of snow
July averages 79.7°F with 58 days topping 90°F annually. Winters remain mild, though the county sees a modest 1.2 inches of snow on average.
Manage the humidity and heat
Homeowners should maintain HVAC systems to handle 58 extreme heat days per year. With over 54 inches of rain, proper gutter maintenance is essential for heavy precipitation events.
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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.