Weather & Climate in Hurtsboro, AL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hurtsboro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 345 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.6°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 345 ft (105 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 551/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2401°N, 85.4147°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Russell County County |
| Nearest Airport | Auburn University Regional (AUO) 26 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 80.5% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 54.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 63.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 14.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| 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 High |
| 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
5 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.9.
| Feb 17, 1991 | 6 km N of Goldville, Alabama | M2.9 | 106 km | 1 km |
| Apr 15, 2001 | 9 km E of Bon Air, Alabama | M2.6 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Apr 15, 2001 | 12 km SW of Talladega, Alabama | M2.6 | 145 km | 11 km |
| Oct 6, 2003 | 11 km SW of Talladega, Alabama | M2.5 | 146 km | 0 km |
| Jan 4, 2008 | 14 km N of Hollins, Alabama | M2.5 | 130 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
11 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 | 226 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 289 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 247 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 119 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 254 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 3 | 127 mph | 240 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 3 | 121 mph | 235 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 240 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 103 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 269 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 187 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
531 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 62 fatalities, 1,154 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF4 | 24 km | 68.0 mi | 23 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF4 | 84 km | 44.2 mi | 7 |
| Mar 26, 2023 | EF3 | 76 km | 21.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 2014 | EF3 | 30 km | 11.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF3 | 89 km | 43.2 mi | 2 |
| Mar 18, 1996 | EF3 | 73 km | 24.0 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1984 | EF3 | 94 km | 7.0 mi | 5 |
| Apr 1, 1981 | EF3 | 2 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Nov 25, 1979 | EF3 | 80 km | 10.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1976 | EF3 | 75 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 73 km | 11.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 63 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 26, 1974 | EF3 | 99 km | 21.3 mi | 1 |
| Dec 30, 1973 | EF3 | 91 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 99 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 13, 1972 | EF3 | 71 km | 16.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF3 | 91 km | 13.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 1971 | EF3 | 69 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 1971 | EF3 | 81 km | 23.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 1970 | EF3 | 69 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
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 | 12 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 10,827 | 9 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 7,788 | 9 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 6,753 | 18 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,854 | 12 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,600 | 19 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,442 | 27 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 5,397 | 69 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,733 | 26 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,694 | 35 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 3,429 | 53 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,362 | 6 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,305 | 13 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,267 | 46 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,210 | 53 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,018 | 31 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,992 | 71 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,916 | 35 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,754 | 46 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,718 | 12 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 5.3 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 4.8 in |
Hurtsboro has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 47°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.3") and May the driest (3.4").