Walker County Climate
Walker County, Alabama
Avg Annual Temp
61.1°F
Annual Precip
61.8"
Annual Snowfall
0.6"
Extreme Heat Days
57.8
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Walker County Weather
Walker County is Both Warm and Wet
Walker County averages 61.1°F annually, which is warmer than the national median but cooler than most of Alabama. It receives a staggering 61.8 inches of rain, far exceeding national averages.
Cooler and Wetter Than the Alabama Average
The county is significantly cooler than the Alabama state average of 63.2°F. However, it receives 4.4 inches more rain than the state average of 57.4 inches.
Walker Leads the Region in Precipitation
Walker is much cooler than neighboring Tuscaloosa at 64.6°F. It is the wettest county in the region, receiving 61.8 inches of rain compared to Talladega's 55.5 inches.
A More Moderate Summer Climate
Walker sees 58 days of extreme heat over 90°F, which is lower than many neighboring counties. January is the coldest in the group at 41.3°F, with 0.6 inches of average snowfall.
Focus on Moisture Control and Drainage
With 61.8 inches of annual rain, moisture barriers and high-capacity gutters are essential for home maintenance. Residents should also prepare for cooler January nights that average 41.3°F.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.