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Weather & Climate in Fort Deposit, AL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fort Deposit enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°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 55.2 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 454 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.1°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 454 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 5.7 sq mi (14.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 276/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.9863°N, 86.5664°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Butler County County |
| Nearest Airport | Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) (MGM) 24 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 45.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 91.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 50.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
27 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Oct 24, 1997 | 15 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M4.8 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Oct 26, 1997 | 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.7 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Aug 19, 2004 | 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama | M3.6 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jun 24, 1998 | 11 km W of Demopolis, Alabama | M3.4 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Apr 21, 2009 | 12 km S of Centreville, Alabama | M3.4 | 107 km | 13 km |
| Sep 30, 2003 | 10 km NNW of Atmore, Alabama | M3.3 | 133 km | 5 km |
| May 9, 2004 | 8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama | M3.3 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Mar 22, 2005 | 9 km NNE of Coffeeville, Alabama | M3.3 | 142 km | 5 km |
| May 4, 1997 | 9 km ESE of Atmore, Alabama | M3.1 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Mar 11, 2019 | 4 km N of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.1 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Apr 11, 2019 | 6 km NNW of Pollard, Alabama | M3.1 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 1997 | 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.0 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Mar 20, 2004 | 11 km NW of Wilton, Alabama | M3.0 | 134 km | 0 km |
| Sep 25, 2003 | 14 km N of Atmore, Alabama | M2.9 | 129 km | 0 km |
| Feb 17, 1991 | 6 km N of Goldville, Alabama | M2.9 | 148 km | 1 km |
| Apr 22, 2009 | 15 km S of Centreville, Alabama | M2.9 | 104 km | 8 km |
| Mar 7, 2019 | 2 km NW of Jay, Florida | M2.8 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Aug 28, 2004 | 13 km SSE of Centreville, Alabama | M2.8 | 105 km | 28 km |
| Mar 24, 2019 | 2 km ESE of Century, Florida | M2.7 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Apr 12, 2019 | 13 km NW of Flomaton, Alabama | M2.6 | 123 km | 5 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 |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 154 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 1 | — | 230 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 192 km |
| 2017 | Nate | Category 1 | 75 mph | 291 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 3 | 127 mph | 149 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 3 | 127 mph | 268 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 3 | 121 mph | 126 km |
| 1998 | Georges | Category 2 | 109 mph | 270 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 92 mph | 225 km |
| 1997 | Danny | Category 1 | 81 mph | 217 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 14 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 178 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 264 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 243 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
516 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 46 fatalities, 591 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF4 | 79 km | 44.2 mi | 7 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF4 | 100 km | 10.3 mi | 9 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF4 | 81 km | 18.3 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF4 | 88 km | 25.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 18, 1969 | EF4 | 18 km | 52.4 mi | 2 |
| Jan 12, 2023 | EF3 | 62 km | 82.3 mi | 7 |
| Mar 30, 2022 | EF3 | 99 km | 29.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 2011 | EF3 | 66 km | 9.3 mi | 3 |
| Feb 17, 2008 | EF3 | 47 km | 14.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 18, 1996 | EF3 | 90 km | 24.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 6, 1996 | EF3 | 79 km | 19.0 mi | 4 |
| Nov 25, 1986 | EF3 | 90 km | 44.0 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1984 | EF3 | 46 km | 7.0 mi | 5 |
| Dec 6, 1983 | EF3 | 66 km | 13.0 mi | 1 |
| May 16, 1983 | EF3 | 90 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 25, 1979 | EF3 | 53 km | 10.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 18, 1978 | EF3 | 98 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1976 | EF3 | 85 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1976 | EF3 | 74 km | 16.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 57 km | 0.5 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 | 100 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 9,046 | 95 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,442 | 90 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 4,870 | 78 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,279 | 97 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,021 | 79 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,967 | 100 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,854 | 96 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,794 | 92 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,759 | 96 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,733 | 92 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,694 | 81 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 3,507 | 95 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 3,482 | 92 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,267 | 74 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,018 | 85 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,967 | 93 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 2,925 | 96 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,916 | 78 km |
| 2020 | OK COMPARTMENT 135/136 | 2,727 | 93 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 6.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 5.1 in |
Fort Deposit has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 48°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.8") and October the driest (2.5").