Pickens County Climate
Pickens County, Alabama
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
63.3°F
Annual Precip
56.6"
Annual Snowfall
—
Extreme Heat Days
73
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,569
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Pickens County
Climate Verdict
Pickens County has a warm, averaging 63.3°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 56.6 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 72.6 days annually above 90°F. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 44.1°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.1°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
Pickens County closely matches the Alabama statewide average temperature of 63.2°F.
Climate Profile
About Pickens County Weather
Warmer and wetter than most
Pickens County averages 63.3°F annually, which is notably warmer than the national median. Its 56.6 inches of annual rainfall also puts it well above the U.S. precipitation average.
Matching the state average
The county's 63.3°F annual average is almost identical to the Alabama state average of 63.2°F. Its 56.6 inches of rain also mirrors the statewide average of 57.4 inches.
A middle ground for heat
With 73 extreme heat days, Pickens is warmer than northern counties but more moderate than the state's southern tier. It sits in a transitional zone of West Alabama with no recorded annual snowfall.
Hot summers and temperate winters
July averages 81.1°F, contributing to 73 days of extreme heat per year. Winters are mild with a January average of 44.1°F and no annual snowfall to speak of.
Focus on cooling and rain
Residents should service their HVAC systems annually to prepare for 73 days of temperatures over 90°F. Managing 56.6 inches of annual rain requires consistent upkeep of home drainage systems.
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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.