Wanderlust World Wanderlust World No, Alabama does not have a desert. The state enjoys a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot, humid summers, mild winters, and abundant rainfall distributed throughout the year—typically 50 to 65 inches annually. This consistent moisture supports lush forests, rolling hills, extensive river systems (including the Tennessee, Alabama, and Mobile rivers), and rich biodiversity.
Deserts, by definition, receive very little precipitation (usually under 10 inches per year). Alabama's climate is the opposite: wet, green, and temperate. Its landscapes are dominated by pine and hardwood forests, wetlands, and fertile plains—not arid sand dunes or sparse xerophytic vegetation. So while Alabama has diverse ecosystems, a desert isn't one of them.