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Weather & Climate in Black, AL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Black enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 62.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 234 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 65.4°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 313 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 234 ft (71 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 114/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.0098°N, 85.7444°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Geneva County County |
| Nearest Airport | Dothan Regional (DHN) 28 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 53.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 87.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 29.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
7 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Oct 26, 1997 | 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.7 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Mar 11, 2019 | 4 km N of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.1 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Apr 11, 2019 | 6 km NNW of Pollard, Alabama | M3.1 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 1997 | 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.0 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 2019 | 2 km NW of Jay, Florida | M2.8 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Mar 24, 2019 | 2 km ESE of Century, Florida | M2.7 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Apr 11, 2019 | 8 km NW of Pollard, Alabama | M2.5 | 142 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
14 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 5.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Helene | Category 4 | 138 mph | 215 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 256 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 240 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 160 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 81 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 185 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 4 | 138 mph | 146 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 4 | 127 mph | 191 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 2 | 98 mph | 101 km |
| 1997 | Danny | Category 1 | 81 mph | 217 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 127 mph | 101 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 150 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 180 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 109 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
660 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 33 fatalities, 663 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF4 | 34 km | 10.3 mi | 9 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF3 | 97 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 2022 | EF3 | 47 km | 12.1 mi | 2 |
| Mar 22, 2005 | EF3 | 79 km | 18.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 25, 1986 | EF3 | 45 km | 44.0 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 1983 | EF3 | 45 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 80 km | 11.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 30, 1973 | EF3 | 50 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 38 km | 11.6 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 53 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 13, 1972 | EF3 | 73 km | 16.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1971 | EF3 | 61 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 1971 | EF3 | 79 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 1971 | EF3 | 78 km | 23.8 mi | 0 |
| Dec 10, 1967 | EF3 | 63 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 22 km | 34.8 mi | 1 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 86 km | 12.9 mi | 0 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 98 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 60 km | 16.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 2023 | EF2 | 85 km | 18.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BERTHA SWAMP RD (23,036 acres, 2022).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2022 | BERTHA SWAMP RD | 23,036 | 93 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 9,046 | 80 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 7,660 | 86 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,525 | 99 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 4,523 | 94 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,397 | 98 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,235 | 59 km |
| 2012 | UNNAMED | 4,231 | 95 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 4,141 | 70 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 4,032 | 69 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 3,993 | 91 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 3,921 | 79 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,750 | 90 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 3,675 | 62 km |
| 1986 | UNNAMED | 3,586 | 86 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 3,540 | 65 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 3,518 | 92 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 3,508 | 90 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 3,447 | 94 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,424 | 90 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 5.3 in | |
| April | 65°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 4.7 in |
Black has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 48°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.8") and November the driest (2.7").