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Weather & Climate in Bellamy, AL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bellamy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 90 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 90 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4637°N, 88.1315°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Sumter County County |
| Nearest Airport | Golden Triangle Regional (GTR) 73 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 53.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 99.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 14.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
46 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Jul 16, 1993 | 2 km SSW of Silas, Alabama | M3.7 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Aug 19, 2004 | 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama | M3.6 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Mar 25, 1996 | 11 km NNE of Quitman, Mississippi | M3.5 | 63 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2015 | 12 km W of Union, Alabama | M3.5 | 59 km | 0 km |
| May 28, 1995 | 14 km WSW of Coker, Alabama | M3.4 | 86 km | 1 km |
| Jun 24, 1998 | 11 km W of Demopolis, Alabama | M3.4 | 17 km | 5 km |
| Apr 21, 2009 | 12 km S of Centreville, Alabama | M3.4 | 105 km | 13 km |
| Jul 15, 1995 | 21 km SSW of Berry, Alabama | M3.3 | 121 km | 1 km |
| May 9, 2004 | 8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama | M3.3 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Mar 22, 2005 | 9 km NNE of Coffeeville, Alabama | M3.3 | 70 km | 5 km |
| Jun 23, 1990 | 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama | M3.2 | 145 km | 1 km |
| Sep 2, 1990 | 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama | M3.2 | 145 km | 1 km |
| Mar 12, 2015 | 14 km W of Union, Alabama | M3.1 | 57 km | 0 km |
| Jun 23, 1990 | 8 km N of Belk, Alabama | M3.1 | 141 km | 6 km |
| May 16, 2008 | 10 km W of Coffeeville, Alabama | M3.1 | 77 km | 5 km |
| Jun 28, 2008 | 7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama | M3.1 | 114 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2015 | 11 km WSW of Union, Alabama | M3.1 | 57 km | 0 km |
| May 28, 2000 | 3 km NE of Fayette, Alabama | M3.0 | 142 km | 0 km |
| Sep 11, 1992 | 5 km SSE of Riverview, Alabama | M3.0 | 98 km | 7 km |
| May 21, 2002 | 7 km ESE of York, Alabama | M3.0 | 8 km | 27 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
11 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 198 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 2 | 98 mph | 139 km |
| 2017 | Nate | Category 1 | 75 mph | 244 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 3 | 127 mph | 201 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 3 | 121 mph | 135 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 3 | 121 mph | 125 km |
| 1998 | Georges | Category 2 | 104 mph | 220 km |
| 1997 | Danny | Category 1 | 81 mph | 231 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 159 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 216 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 115 mph | 251 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
513 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 137 fatalities, 2,608 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF5 | 99 km | 28.3 mi | 3 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF4 | 88 km | 127.8 mi | 13 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF4 | 66 km | 80.7 mi | 64 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF4 | 78 km | 18.3 mi | 1 |
| Dec 16, 2000 | EF4 | 77 km | 18.0 mi | 11 |
| Mar 12, 1986 | EF4 | 60 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 23, 1975 | EF4 | 85 km | 14.4 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 90 km | 110.6 mi | 3 |
| May 27, 1973 | EF4 | 32 km | 139.1 mi | 7 |
| May 1, 1953 | EF4 | 33 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Mar 30, 2022 | EF3 | 100 km | 29.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 22, 2022 | EF3 | 73 km | 9.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 25, 2021 | EF3 | 74 km | 11.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 25, 2021 | EF3 | 45 km | 79.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 2013 | EF3 | 72 km | 66.4 mi | 1 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 18 km | 72.1 mi | 7 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 52 km | 23.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 90 km | 22.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 2011 | EF3 | 84 km | 48.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 2011 | EF3 | 33 km | 15.3 mi | 1 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: OAK COMPARTMENT 50/51 RX (5,018 acres, 2024).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2024 | OAK COMPARTMENT 50/51 RX | 5,018 | 86 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 4,870 | 78 km |
| 2019 | OK C-49 | 4,745 | 89 km |
| 2022 | OK TORNADO UNIT | 4,504 | 86 km |
| 2022 | OK COMP 40/53 | 4,093 | 80 km |
| 2020 | OK PAYNE LAKE | 4,078 | 80 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,021 | 77 km |
| 2022 | OK C-1/2/3/4 COMBINED | 3,841 | 89 km |
| 2022 | OK COMP 50/51/52 | 3,786 | 83 km |
| 2024 | OAK COMP 16/17/18 RX | 3,579 | 86 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,556 | 46 km |
| 2021 | OK 234 | 3,482 | 90 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 3,414 | 87 km |
| 2022 | OK C-36/38/39 COMBINED | 3,373 | 80 km |
| 2021 | OK COMP 33 AND 43 | 3,164 | 85 km |
| 2021 | OK COMP 49 | 3,146 | 88 km |
| 2022 | OK COMP 14 | 3,140 | 92 km |
| 2024 | OAK COMP 55/56 RX | 3,088 | 83 km |
| 2021 | OK 232 UNIT | 2,977 | 86 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 2,909 | 86 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 56°F (14°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 5.3 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 5.7 in |
Bellamy has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 46°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and October the driest (3.3").