Weather & Climate in Midway, AL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Midway enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 540 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 540 ft (165 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 191/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.0764°N, 85.5244°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Bullock County County |
| Nearest Airport | Auburn University Regional (AUO) 38 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 25.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 97.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 33.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
3 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 | 121 km | 1 km |
| Apr 15, 2001 | 9 km E of Bon Air, Alabama | M2.6 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Jan 4, 2008 | 14 km N of Hollins, Alabama | M2.5 | 142 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
13 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 | 228 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 290 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 228 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 116 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 245 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 3 | 127 mph | 220 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 3 | 121 mph | 219 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 92 mph | 220 km |
| 1997 | Danny | Category 1 | 81 mph | 293 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 92 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 249 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 300 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 178 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
591 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 74 fatalities, 1,430 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF4 | 41 km | 68.0 mi | 23 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF4 | 87 km | 44.2 mi | 7 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF4 | 96 km | 10.3 mi | 9 |
| Mar 26, 2023 | EF3 | 97 km | 21.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 2014 | EF3 | 51 km | 11.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 17, 2008 | EF3 | 97 km | 14.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF3 | 94 km | 43.2 mi | 2 |
| Mar 18, 1996 | EF3 | 79 km | 24.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 25, 1986 | EF3 | 86 km | 44.0 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1984 | EF3 | 89 km | 7.0 mi | 5 |
| May 16, 1983 | EF3 | 86 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1981 | EF3 | 23 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Nov 25, 1979 | EF3 | 76 km | 10.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1976 | EF3 | 79 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 52 km | 11.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 45 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 30, 1973 | EF3 | 71 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 91 km | 11.6 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 82 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 13, 1972 | EF3 | 54 km | 16.8 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 | 15 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 10,827 | 12 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 7,788 | 13 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 6,753 | 11 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,854 | 15 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,600 | 9 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,442 | 8 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 5,397 | 86 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,733 | 7 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,694 | 18 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 3,429 | 69 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,362 | 21 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,305 | 22 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,267 | 44 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,210 | 67 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,018 | 32 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,992 | 87 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,916 | 27 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,754 | 62 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,718 | 21 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 5.0 in |
Midway has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 46°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and October the driest (3.0").