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Weather & Climate in Clayton, AL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Clayton 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 55.6 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 575 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 | 575 ft (175 m) |
| Area | 6.7 sq mi (17.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 335/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.8823°N, 85.4605°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Barbour County County |
| Nearest Airport | Dothan Regional (DHN) 39 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)
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.9.
| Feb 17, 1991 | 6 km N of Goldville, Alabama | M2.9 | 143 km | 1 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 | 295 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 275 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 220 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 100 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 224 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 3 | 127 mph | 212 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 3 | 121 mph | 219 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 92 mph | 200 km |
| 1997 | Danny | Category 1 | 81 mph | 285 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 101 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 238 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 279 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 157 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
589 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 58 fatalities, 1,275 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF4 | 63 km | 68.0 mi | 23 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF4 | 80 km | 10.3 mi | 9 |
| Apr 29, 2014 | EF3 | 68 km | 11.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF3 | 86 km | 43.2 mi | 2 |
| Nov 25, 1986 | EF3 | 71 km | 44.0 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 1983 | EF3 | 71 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1981 | EF3 | 41 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Nov 25, 1979 | EF3 | 93 km | 10.2 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 48 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 44 km | 11.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 30, 1973 | EF3 | 51 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 60 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 75 km | 11.6 mi | 0 |
| Jan 13, 1972 | EF3 | 32 km | 16.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1971 | EF3 | 85 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF3 | 79 km | 13.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 1971 | EF3 | 39 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 1971 | EF3 | 53 km | 23.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 1961 | EF3 | 73 km | 8.2 mi | 0 |
| Dec 5, 1954 | EF3 | 89 km | 51.0 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 | 37 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 10,827 | 33 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 7,788 | 33 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 6,753 | 22 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,854 | 37 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,600 | 21 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,442 | 25 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 5,397 | 94 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,733 | 24 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,694 | 30 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 3,429 | 76 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,362 | 43 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,305 | 34 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,267 | 64 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,210 | 72 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,018 | 53 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,992 | 94 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,916 | 46 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,754 | 70 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,718 | 33 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 | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 5.0 in |
Clayton has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 48°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and October the driest (2.5").