Montgomery, AL Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Montgomery get?

Montgomery gets 51.2 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 107 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 66% of the US.

March is the wettest month, with 5.2 in. October is the driest, with 2.9 in. July has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 31 days, to November 4, 2024.

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Montgomery weather by month

Montgomery weather in January

In January, Montgomery averages a high of 59°F and a low of 37°F. It gets 4.6 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The January record high is 83°F (2022) and the record low is 0°F (1985).

Montgomery weather in February

In February, Montgomery averages a high of 64°F and a low of 41°F. It gets 4.9 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The February record high is 86°F (2019) and the record low is 10°F (1996). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Montgomery weather in March

In March, Montgomery averages a high of 71°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 5.2 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The March record high is 90°F (2023) and the record low is 17°F (1993).

Montgomery weather in April

In April, Montgomery averages a high of 78°F and a low of 53°F. It gets 4.0 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The April record high is 94°F (2007) and the record low is 28°F (1987). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Montgomery weather in May

In May, Montgomery averages a high of 85°F and a low of 61°F. It gets 3.9 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The May record high is 97°F (2019) and the record low is 40°F (1971).

Montgomery weather in June

In June, Montgomery averages a high of 91°F and a low of 69°F. It gets 4.1 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The June record high is 104°F (2022) and the record low is 49°F (1984).

Montgomery weather in July

In July, Montgomery averages a high of 93°F and a low of 72°F. It gets 5.1 in of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The July record high is 104°F (2000) and the record low is 59°F (2009).

Montgomery weather in August

In August, Montgomery averages a high of 93°F and a low of 72°F. It gets 4.0 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The August record high is 106°F (2007) and the record low is 56°F (1992).

Montgomery weather in September

In September, Montgomery averages a high of 88°F and a low of 66°F. It gets 3.7 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The September record high is 103°F (2019) and the record low is 42°F (1990).

Montgomery weather in October

In October, Montgomery averages a high of 79°F and a low of 55°F. It gets 2.9 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The October record high is 102°F (2019) and the record low is 29°F (2022). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Montgomery weather in November

In November, Montgomery averages a high of 69°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 3.9 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The November record high is 91°F (2016) and the record low is 16°F (2014). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Montgomery weather in December

In December, Montgomery averages a high of 61°F and a low of 39°F. It gets 5.0 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The December record high is 85°F (1982) and the record low is 5°F (1983).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Montgomery

October is the sunniest month in Montgomery, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 36%. Over the year the sun shines about 46% of daylight hours. Montgomery is sunnier than 50% of the US.

Humidity peaks in July at 72% and is lowest in April at 58%.

Wind averages 6 mph over the year, and March is the windiest month at 7 mph.

Montgomery has about 87 days a year above 90°F. Montgomery is hotter than 88% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 55 days a year.

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First and last freeze in Montgomery

The first fall freeze in Montgomery typically comes around November 12, and the last spring freeze around March 12. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 245 days.

Montgomery weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Montgomery station is 106°F, on August 10, 2007. The coldest is 0°F, on January 21, 1985.

The wettest day on record brought 8.2 in of rain, on May 20, 2017.

46 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°F per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Montgomery

The most comfortable time to visit is typically February, April, and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 61°F and lows near 39°F.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 78°F and lows near 54°F.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 92°F and lows near 71°F.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 79°F and lows near 55°F.

Montgomery climate questions

How much rain does Montgomery get?

Montgomery gets 51.2 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 107 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Montgomery?

March is the wettest month in Montgomery, with 5.2 in. October is the driest, with 2.9 in.

How many rainy days does Montgomery have a year?

Montgomery has about 107 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Montgomery?

July is the warmest month in Montgomery, with an average high of 93°F.

What is the coldest month in Montgomery?

January is the coldest month in Montgomery, with an average low of 37°F.

What is the record high temperature in Montgomery?

The record high at the Montgomery station is 106°F, set on August 10, 2007. The record low is 0°F, on January 21, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Montgomery?

October is the sunniest month in Montgomery, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Montgomery?

The first fall freeze in Montgomery typically comes around November 12. The last spring freeze is around March 12.

What is the best time to visit Montgomery?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically February, April, and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.