Russell County Climate
Russell County, Alabama
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
65.8°F
Annual Precip
52.7"
Annual Snowfall
0.3"
Extreme Heat Days
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Growing Season & Gardening
8b
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Climate Advisory: Russell County
Climate Verdict
Climate data for Russell County is currently being compiled from NOAA sources. Check back soon for detailed weather normals.
Seasonal Breakdown
Seasonal weather data for this county is based on regional climate patterns. Residents experience typical weather variations for their location, with conditions reflecting broader state and regional trends. Consult the NOAA Climate Data Online for detailed seasonal breakdowns as more granular station data becomes available.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening guidance for Russell County will be added as data becomes available.
Regional Context
Comparative climate data for Russell County is being processed.
Climate Profile
About Russell County Weather
A wet and humid climate
Russell County receives 52.7 inches of rain annually, placing it well above the national median for precipitation. It features a humid subtropical climate with very little annual snowfall.
Slightly drier than average
Russell's 52.7 inches of rain is lower than the Alabama state average of 57.4 inches. While specific temperature data is missing, it shares the generally warm profile of the Georgia-Alabama border.
Occasional winter surprises
The county sees a trace of snow at 0.3 inches, which is slightly more than its southern neighbors. Its 52.7 inches of rainfall makes it one of the drier counties in a very wet state.
Rainy seasons and trace snow
Snow is a rare event in Russell County, averaging only 0.3 inches per year. Without specific temperature data, the high rainfall suggests long, humid summers and short, mild winters.
Focus on water management
Residents should prepare for 52.7 inches of rain by maintaining proper yard drainage and moisture barriers. Although snow only averages 0.3 inches, basic winter supplies are still helpful for rare cold snaps.
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Data sources: ERA5 Reanalysis (modeled) via Open-Meteo (gap-filled where station data unavailable).. 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.