Weather & Climate in Newton, AL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Newton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 222 feet.
Temperature
51°F Jan (10°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 67.8°F |
| 26% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 222 ft (68 m) |
| Area | 14.3 sq mi (37.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3412°N, 85.5883°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Dale County County |
| Nearest Airport | Dothan Regional (DHN) 8 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 67.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 81.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 15.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
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 | 208 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 264 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 249 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 183 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 76 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 191 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 4 | 127 mph | 174 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 3 | 127 mph | 201 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 2 | 98 mph | 138 km |
| 1997 | Danny | Category 1 | 81 mph | 244 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 127 mph | 121 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 185 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 218 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 128 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
579 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 29 fatalities, 605 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF4 | 32 km | 10.3 mi | 9 |
| Mar 31, 2022 | EF3 | 79 km | 12.1 mi | 2 |
| Mar 22, 2005 | EF3 | 71 km | 18.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 25, 1986 | EF3 | 33 km | 44.0 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 1983 | EF3 | 33 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 50 km | 11.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 75 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 30, 1973 | EF3 | 13 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 23 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 30 km | 11.6 mi | 0 |
| Jan 13, 1972 | EF3 | 34 km | 16.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1971 | EF3 | 56 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 1971 | EF3 | 48 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 1971 | EF3 | 52 km | 23.8 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1956 | EF3 | 96 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 78 km | 16.3 mi | 0 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 53 km | 34.8 mi | 1 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 82 km | 21.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 2023 | EF2 | 61 km | 18.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 5, 2022 | EF2 | 83 km | 1.3 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 | 96 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 10,827 | 94 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 9,046 | 97 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 7,788 | 94 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 6,753 | 83 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,854 | 97 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,600 | 83 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,442 | 81 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,235 | 94 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,750 | 91 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,733 | 81 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,694 | 80 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 3,675 | 99 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 3,508 | 91 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,424 | 91 km |
| 1997 | UNNAMED | 3,423 | 91 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,305 | 94 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 3,062 | 98 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 3,062 | 90 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 2,927 | 92 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.8 in |
Newton has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 51°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.2") and October the driest (2.7").