Weather & Climate in Perdido, AL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Perdido enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 71.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 224 feet.
Temperature
51°F Jan (11°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 224 ft (68 m) |
| Area | 11.1 sq mi (28.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 46/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.0056°N, 87.6303°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Escambia County County |
| Nearest Airport | Mobile International (BFM) 37 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 85.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 89.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 26.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively High |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
19 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Oct 24, 1997 | 15 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M4.8 | 30 km | 10 km |
| Jul 16, 1993 | 2 km SSW of Silas, Alabama | M3.7 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Oct 26, 1997 | 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.7 | 33 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 22 km SSE of Dauphin Island, Alabama | M3.5 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Mar 22, 2005 | 9 km NNE of Coffeeville, Alabama | M3.3 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2003 | 10 km NNW of Atmore, Alabama | M3.3 | 16 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2008 | 10 km W of Coffeeville, Alabama | M3.1 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Apr 11, 2019 | 6 km NNW of Pollard, Alabama | M3.1 | 42 km | 10 km |
| May 4, 1997 | 9 km ESE of Atmore, Alabama | M3.1 | 22 km | 5 km |
| Mar 11, 2019 | 4 km N of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.1 | 35 km | 5 km |
| Oct 28, 1997 | 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.0 | 33 km | 10 km |
| Sep 25, 2003 | 14 km N of Atmore, Alabama | M2.9 | 19 km | 0 km |
| Mar 7, 2019 | 2 km NW of Jay, Florida | M2.8 | 44 km | 5 km |
| Mar 24, 2019 | 2 km ESE of Century, Florida | M2.7 | 38 km | 5 km |
| Apr 12, 2019 | 13 km NW of Flomaton, Alabama | M2.6 | 30 km | 5 km |
| Nov 10, 2012 | 16 km S of Dauphin Island, Alabama | M2.6 | 109 km | 11 km |
| Sep 5, 2000 | 1 km ENE of Monroeville, Alabama | M2.5 | 66 km | 3 km |
| Apr 11, 2019 | 8 km NW of Pollard, Alabama | M2.5 | 39 km | 8 km |
| Sep 5, 2000 | 2 km NNE of Sweet Water, Alabama | M2.5 | 126 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
17 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 5.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 3 | 115 mph | 129 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 32 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 232 km |
| 2017 | Nate | Category 1 | 86 mph | 147 km |
| 2012 | Isaac | Category 1 | 81 mph | 283 km |
| 2009 | Ida | Category 1 | 86 mph | 297 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 4 | 127 mph | 188 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 4 | 138 mph | 39 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 4 | 127 mph | 38 km |
| 1998 | Georges | Category 2 | 109 mph | 129 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 2 | 98 mph | 193 km |
| 1997 | Danny | Category 1 | 81 mph | 72 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 127 mph | 79 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 47 km |
| 1988 | Florence | Category 1 | 81 mph | 255 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 137 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 229 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
595 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 24 fatalities, 596 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF4 | 63 km | 25.4 mi | 0 |
| Nov 30, 2022 | EF3 | 91 km | 19.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 23, 2016 | EF3 | 70 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 15, 2016 | EF3 | 28 km | 16.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 2011 | EF3 | 97 km | 18.3 mi | 4 |
| Oct 13, 2001 | EF3 | 65 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 21, 1997 | EF3 | 47 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 24, 1984 | EF3 | 64 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1983 | EF3 | 91 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1982 | EF3 | 97 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1980 | EF3 | 98 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 18, 1978 | EF3 | 61 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1976 | EF3 | 99 km | 13.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 20, 1971 | EF3 | 34 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 7, 1971 | EF3 | 85 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 3, 1968 | EF3 | 54 km | 70.4 mi | 0 |
| Oct 30, 1967 | EF3 | 73 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 1962 | EF3 | 66 km | 6.9 mi | 17 |
| Dec 10, 1961 | EF3 | 57 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 5, 1956 | EF3 | 75 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (10,557 acres, 2006).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 10,557 | 97 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 9,706 | 65 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 7,388 | 11 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 7,334 | 15 km |
| 1993 | UNNAMED | 6,744 | 80 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 5,692 | 64 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 5,616 | 79 km |
| 2013 | LOW KEY | 5,554 | 96 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,525 | 81 km |
| 2012 | UNNAMED | 4,627 | 78 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 4,577 | 78 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 4,523 | 88 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 4,486 | 82 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,397 | 83 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,119 | 83 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 4,106 | 97 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,967 | 66 km |
| 2016 | GRAND BATURE | 3,898 | 99 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,854 | 65 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,843 | 81 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 5.1 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 5.4 in | |
| May | 74°F (24°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 5.7 in |
Perdido has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 51°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 71.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and October the driest (3.9").