Alabama Climate: Mostly Warm, Humid Subtropical
Alabama enjoys a humid subtropical climate:
- Annual average: 64°F (18°C)
- Summer (Jun–Aug): Long, hot, humid—highs 90–95°F (32–35°C).
- Winter (Dec–Feb): Short, mild—lows 30–40°F (−1 to 4°C); snow rare outside north.
- Rainfall: ~55–65 in/year, evenly distributed; thunderstorms frequent.
- Gulf influence: Moderates temps, fuels humidity and tropical storm risk (Jun–Nov).
Overall: decidedly warm, with a brief cool season.