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Weather & Climate in Glenwood, AL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Glenwood enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°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 54.6 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 289 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 64.5°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 289 ft (88 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 247/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.6713°N, 86.1737°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Crenshaw County County |
| Nearest Airport | Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) (MGM) 45 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 34.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 90.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 32.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| 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
13 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 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Oct 26, 1997 | 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.7 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Sep 30, 2003 | 10 km NNW of Atmore, Alabama | M3.3 | 142 km | 5 km |
| May 4, 1997 | 9 km ESE of Atmore, Alabama | M3.1 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Mar 11, 2019 | 4 km N of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.1 | 125 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 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Sep 25, 2003 | 14 km N of Atmore, Alabama | M2.9 | 140 km | 0 km |
| Mar 7, 2019 | 2 km NW of Jay, Florida | M2.8 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Mar 24, 2019 | 2 km ESE of Century, Florida | M2.7 | 128 km | 5 km |
| Apr 12, 2019 | 13 km NW of Flomaton, Alabama | M2.6 | 128 km | 5 km |
| Sep 5, 2000 | 1 km ENE of Monroeville, Alabama | M2.5 | 109 km | 3 km |
| Apr 11, 2019 | 8 km NW of Pollard, Alabama | M2.5 | 120 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 | 272 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 152 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 1 | — | 260 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 142 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 257 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 4 | 127 mph | 144 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 3 | 121 mph | 148 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 2 | 92 mph | 181 km |
| 1998 | Georges | Category 2 | 109 mph | 286 km |
| 1997 | Danny | Category 1 | 81 mph | 217 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 127 mph | 57 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 174 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 244 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 193 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
558 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 34 fatalities, 688 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF4 | 50 km | 10.3 mi | 9 |
| Apr 18, 1969 | EF4 | 47 km | 52.4 mi | 2 |
| Feb 17, 2008 | EF3 | 86 km | 14.7 mi | 0 |
| Nov 25, 1986 | EF3 | 40 km | 44.0 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1984 | EF3 | 81 km | 7.0 mi | 5 |
| May 16, 1983 | EF3 | 40 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1981 | EF3 | 97 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Nov 25, 1979 | EF3 | 79 km | 10.2 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 28 km | 11.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 35 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 30, 1973 | EF3 | 55 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 86 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 47 km | 11.6 mi | 0 |
| Jan 13, 1972 | EF3 | 74 km | 16.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1971 | EF3 | 28 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 1971 | EF3 | 34 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 1971 | EF3 | 19 km | 23.8 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1956 | EF3 | 37 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2024 | EF2 | 84 km | 24.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 2023 | EF2 | 84 km | 15.4 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 | 84 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 10,827 | 87 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 9,046 | 71 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 7,788 | 87 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 6,753 | 85 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,854 | 85 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,600 | 84 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,525 | 90 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,442 | 69 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 4,577 | 98 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,397 | 100 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,967 | 94 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,854 | 93 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,794 | 90 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,759 | 93 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,733 | 70 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,698 | 95 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,694 | 61 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,362 | 93 km |
| 2020 | CN ROCK CREEK 02 | 3,337 | 91 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 5.3 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 4.7 in |
Glenwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 48°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (2.8").