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Weather & Climate in Notasulga, AL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Notasulga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 467 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 467 ft (142 m) |
| Area | 14.0 sq mi (36.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 77/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5554°N, 85.6686°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Macon County County |
| Nearest Airport | Auburn University Regional (AUO) 14 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 23.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 92.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 55.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively 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 Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
18 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Aug 19, 2004 | 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama | M3.6 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Apr 21, 2009 | 12 km S of Centreville, Alabama | M3.4 | 137 km | 13 km |
| May 9, 2004 | 8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama | M3.3 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Mar 20, 2004 | 11 km NW of Wilton, Alabama | M3.0 | 139 km | 0 km |
| Sep 13, 2011 | 1 km NNW of Leeds, Alabama | M3.0 | 139 km | 19 km |
| Apr 22, 2009 | 15 km S of Centreville, Alabama | M2.9 | 137 km | 8 km |
| Feb 17, 1991 | 6 km N of Goldville, Alabama | M2.9 | 66 km | 1 km |
| Mar 28, 1991 | 5 km NNW of Westover, Alabama | M2.9 | 124 km | 28 km |
| Aug 28, 2004 | 13 km SSE of Centreville, Alabama | M2.8 | 135 km | 28 km |
| Sep 14, 2011 | 0 km WNW of Trussville, Alabama | M2.6 | 147 km | 11 km |
| May 28, 2004 | 2 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama | M2.6 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Apr 15, 2001 | 9 km E of Bon Air, Alabama | M2.6 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Apr 15, 2001 | 12 km SW of Talladega, Alabama | M2.6 | 103 km | 11 km |
| Sep 14, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Trussville, Alabama | M2.5 | 143 km | 11 km |
| May 26, 2004 | 3 km NNW of Brantleyville, Alabama | M2.5 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Mar 17, 2009 | 5 km W of Ragland, Alabama | M2.5 | 142 km | 8 km |
| Oct 6, 2003 | 11 km SW of Talladega, Alabama | M2.5 | 104 km | 0 km |
| Jan 4, 2008 | 14 km N of Hollins, Alabama | M2.5 | 88 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
10 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 | 264 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 255 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 161 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 297 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 3 | 127 mph | 249 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 3 | 121 mph | 231 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 273 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 93 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 278 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 229 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
533 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 74 fatalities, 1,187 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 25, 2021 | EF4 | 90 km | 38.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF4 | 21 km | 68.0 mi | 23 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF4 | 50 km | 44.2 mi | 7 |
| May 1, 1953 | EF4 | 78 km | 12.1 mi | 7 |
| Mar 26, 2023 | EF3 | 59 km | 21.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 12, 2023 | EF3 | 100 km | 82.3 mi | 7 |
| Apr 29, 2014 | EF3 | 42 km | 11.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 2011 | EF3 | 86 km | 9.3 mi | 3 |
| Feb 17, 2008 | EF3 | 78 km | 14.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 18, 1996 | EF3 | 35 km | 24.0 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1984 | EF3 | 72 km | 7.0 mi | 5 |
| Apr 1, 1981 | EF3 | 42 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Nov 25, 1979 | EF3 | 58 km | 10.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1976 | EF3 | 38 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 95 km | 11.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 75 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 26, 1974 | EF3 | 67 km | 21.3 mi | 1 |
| Mar 3, 1971 | EF3 | 94 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 1970 | EF3 | 53 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
| Mar 31, 1961 | EF3 | 62 km | 8.2 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 | 41 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 10,827 | 46 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 7,788 | 46 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 6,753 | 59 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,854 | 41 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,600 | 59 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,442 | 54 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 5,397 | 88 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 5,157 | 85 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,199 | 97 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,733 | 55 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,694 | 56 km |
| 2010 | WIREGRASS | 3,467 | 83 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 3,429 | 80 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,362 | 37 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,305 | 55 km |
| 1998 | CHEAHA WILDERNESS | 3,299 | 97 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,267 | 33 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,210 | 82 km |
| 2021 | TL TYLER WEST | 3,148 | 95 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 5.6 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 6.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 5.4 in |
Notasulga has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 43°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.8") and October the driest (2.8").