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Weather & Climate in Lobelville, TN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lobelville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 301 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 57.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 440 feet.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 440 ft (134 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 260/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7517°N, 87.7975°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Perry County County |
| Nearest Airport | Maury County Regional (MRC) 37 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 33.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 88.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 11.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
30 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.4.
| Nov 6, 2009 | 6 km NNW of Dyersburg, Tennessee | M3.4 | 149 km | 9 km |
| Aug 12, 2013 | 7 km S of Hornbeak, Tennessee | M3.3 | 147 km | 4 km |
| Nov 6, 1994 | 11 km WSW of Trenton, Tennessee | M3.1 | 116 km | 11 km |
| Jan 2, 2000 | 4 km SW of Lester, Alabama | M2.9 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Jan 2, 2000 | 4 km SW of Lester, Alabama | M2.9 | 104 km | 13 km |
| May 30, 2003 | 10 km N of Dyersburg, Tennessee | M2.8 | 150 km | 6 km |
| Apr 20, 2002 | 10 km N of Dyersburg, Tennessee | M2.8 | 150 km | 7 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 7 km NW of Elkmont, Alabama | M2.8 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Sep 20, 1990 | 6 km N of Elkmont, Alabama | M2.8 | 114 km | 4 km |
| Aug 9, 2013 | 7 km S of Hornbeak, Tennessee | M2.8 | 147 km | 4 km |
| May 13, 1999 | 11 km S of Pulaski, Tennessee | M2.8 | 101 km | 20 km |
| Jan 16, 2019 | 5 km SSE of Wartrace, Tennessee | M2.8 | 138 km | 7 km |
| Jan 23, 2024 | 5 km WNW of Trimble, Tennessee | M2.7 | 141 km | 4 km |
| Mar 11, 2006 | 17 km E of Olivet, Tennessee | M2.7 | 65 km | 2 km |
| May 23, 2001 | 10 km SSW of Hornbeak, Tennessee | M2.7 | 147 km | 14 km |
| Apr 6, 2007 | 6 km NNW of Dyersburg, Tennessee | M2.7 | 150 km | 11 km |
| Mar 11, 2017 | 6 km SW of Trinity, Alabama | M2.7 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Aug 13, 2022 | 6 km NW of Hazel Green, Alabama | M2.7 | 137 km | 13 km |
| Jul 18, 2015 | 7 km S of Hornbeak, Tennessee | M2.6 | 147 km | 4 km |
| May 27, 1998 | 1 km S of Rutherford, Tennessee | M2.6 | 114 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
417 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 62 fatalities, 1,349 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 16, 1998 | EF5 | 63 km | 69.4 mi | 3 |
| Apr 10, 2009 | EF4 | 86 km | 23.3 mi | 2 |
| Feb 5, 2008 | EF4 | 70 km | 16.2 mi | 3 |
| Feb 5, 2008 | EF4 | 96 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1999 | EF4 | 23 km | 6.0 mi | 3 |
| Jan 17, 1999 | EF4 | 100 km | 16.0 mi | 6 |
| May 18, 1995 | EF4 | 88 km | 29.0 mi | 3 |
| Dec 24, 1988 | EF4 | 83 km | 6.0 mi | 1 |
| May 7, 1971 | EF4 | 95 km | 50.9 mi | 3 |
| Apr 27, 1970 | EF4 | 98 km | 42.6 mi | 3 |
| Apr 3, 1956 | EF4 | 64 km | 11.6 mi | 3 |
| May 8, 2024 | EF3 | 74 km | 11.5 mi | 1 |
| Dec 9, 2023 | EF3 | 96 km | 47.2 mi | 4 |
| Mar 3, 2020 | EF3 | 89 km | 60.1 mi | 5 |
| Dec 23, 2015 | EF3 | 70 km | 48.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 2008 | EF3 | 72 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 2008 | EF3 | 65 km | 10.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 7, 2006 | EF3 | 75 km | 18.8 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 2003 | EF3 | 77 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 2003 | EF3 | 85 km | 11.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
8 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: DEVILS BACKBONE RX (3,215 acres, 2010).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2010 | DEVILS BACKBONE RX | 3,215 | 84 km |
| 2010 | BUFFALO TRAIL (NORTH) RX | 959 | 100 km |
| 2006 | CLAY CREEK | 896 | 97 km |
| 2007 | ROCKHOUSE ROAD | 791 | 24 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 762 | 66 km |
| 1999 | UNNAMED | 564 | 39 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 523 | 73 km |
| 2014 | MERIWETHER LEWIS | 513 | 41 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 4.9 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 5.5 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 5.6 in |
Lobelville has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 38°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and October the driest (3.3").