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Weather & Climate in Blue Springs, AL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Blue Springs 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 306 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 52.8 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 294 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 65.3°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 294 ft (90 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.6635°N, 85.5035°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Barbour County County |
| Nearest Airport | Dothan Regional (DHN) 24 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 48.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 96.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 11.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively 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 | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
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 | 213 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 281 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 266 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 204 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 93 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 209 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 4 | 127 mph | 196 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 3 | 121 mph | 210 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 2 | 92 mph | 175 km |
| 1997 | Danny | Category 1 | 81 mph | 268 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 127 mph | 106 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 217 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 255 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 142 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
583 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 55 fatalities, 764 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF4 | 87 km | 68.0 mi | 23 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF4 | 58 km | 10.3 mi | 9 |
| Apr 29, 2014 | EF3 | 93 km | 11.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF3 | 95 km | 43.2 mi | 2 |
| Mar 22, 2005 | EF3 | 88 km | 18.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 25, 1986 | EF3 | 51 km | 44.0 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 1983 | EF3 | 51 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1981 | EF3 | 66 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 36 km | 11.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 53 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 30, 1973 | EF3 | 28 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 38 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 54 km | 11.6 mi | 0 |
| Jan 13, 1972 | EF3 | 12 km | 16.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1971 | EF3 | 69 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF3 | 84 km | 13.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 1971 | EF3 | 31 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 1971 | EF3 | 44 km | 23.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 1961 | EF3 | 96 km | 8.2 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1956 | EF3 | 99 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (13,987 acres, 2006).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 13,987 | 61 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 10,827 | 57 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 7,788 | 57 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 6,753 | 47 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,854 | 61 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,600 | 46 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,442 | 46 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,733 | 46 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,694 | 48 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 3,429 | 96 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,362 | 67 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,305 | 58 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,267 | 82 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,210 | 92 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,018 | 74 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,916 | 65 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,754 | 92 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,718 | 58 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,666 | 63 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,487 | 91 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 5.1 in |
Blue Springs has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 48°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.0") and October the driest (2.6").