Marshall County Climate
Marshall County, Alabama
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
61.7°F
Annual Precip
56.8"
Annual Snowfall
0.8"
Extreme Heat Days
49
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,190
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Marshall County
Climate Verdict
Marshall County has a warm, averaging 61.7°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 56.8 inches of precipitation annually, occasional hot days — 48.75 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.8 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 41.4°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 80.1°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
Marshall County closely matches the Alabama statewide average temperature of 63.2°F, the county experiences 15.184741379310353 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Marshall County Weather
Moderate warmth for the South
Marshall County's average annual temperature of 61.7°F is higher than the national median. It receives a healthy 56.8 inches of precipitation throughout the year.
Below the Alabama temperature mean
The county is 1.5 degrees cooler than the state average of 63.2°F. Its rainfall levels are very close to the Alabama state average of 57.4 inches.
The region's most moderate summers
Marshall has only 49 extreme heat days, the lowest in this group and far fewer than Marengo's 74. It is slightly warmer than Limestone but sees less snow.
Fewer extreme heat days annually
July averages 80.1°F, yet the county only records 49 days over 90°F. Winters are typical for the region at 43.7°F with less than an inch of snow.
Enjoy more manageable summer weather
While still hot, Marshall's 49 extreme heat days are fewer than surrounding counties, offering a slightly milder summer. Plan for consistent rainfall throughout the year totaling nearly 57 inches.
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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.