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Weather & Climate in Rutledge, AL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Rutledge enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 308 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 328 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 328 ft (100 m) |
| Area | 5.9 sq mi (15.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.7241°N, 86.3020°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Crenshaw County County |
| Nearest Airport | Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) (MGM) 40 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 34.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 90.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 32.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very 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 Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
16 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 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Oct 26, 1997 | 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.7 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 2009 | 12 km S of Centreville, Alabama | M3.4 | 144 km | 13 km |
| Sep 30, 2003 | 10 km NNW of Atmore, Alabama | M3.3 | 134 km | 5 km |
| May 4, 1997 | 9 km ESE of Atmore, Alabama | M3.1 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Mar 11, 2019 | 4 km N of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.1 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Apr 11, 2019 | 6 km NNW of Pollard, Alabama | M3.1 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 1997 | 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.0 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Sep 25, 2003 | 14 km N of Atmore, Alabama | M2.9 | 132 km | 0 km |
| Apr 22, 2009 | 15 km S of Centreville, Alabama | M2.9 | 142 km | 8 km |
| Mar 7, 2019 | 2 km NW of Jay, Florida | M2.8 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Aug 28, 2004 | 13 km SSE of Centreville, Alabama | M2.8 | 143 km | 28 km |
| Mar 24, 2019 | 2 km ESE of Century, Florida | M2.7 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Apr 12, 2019 | 13 km NW of Flomaton, Alabama | M2.6 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Sep 5, 2000 | 1 km ENE of Monroeville, Alabama | M2.5 | 98 km | 3 km |
| Apr 11, 2019 | 8 km NW of Pollard, Alabama | M2.5 | 113 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
16 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 | 286 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 147 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 1 | — | 249 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 156 km |
| 2017 | Nate | Category 1 | 86 mph | 296 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 271 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 4 | 127 mph | 140 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 1 | — | 293 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 3 | 121 mph | 137 km |
| 1998 | Georges | Category 2 | 109 mph | 277 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 92 mph | 190 km |
| 1997 | Danny | Category 1 | 81 mph | 212 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 46 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 169 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 244 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 205 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
556 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 47 fatalities, 706 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF4 | 100 km | 44.2 mi | 7 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF4 | 61 km | 10.3 mi | 9 |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF4 | 98 km | 25.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 18, 1969 | EF4 | 33 km | 52.4 mi | 2 |
| Jan 12, 2023 | EF3 | 97 km | 82.3 mi | 7 |
| Apr 15, 2011 | EF3 | 99 km | 9.3 mi | 3 |
| Feb 17, 2008 | EF3 | 77 km | 14.7 mi | 0 |
| Nov 25, 1986 | EF3 | 52 km | 44.0 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1984 | EF3 | 72 km | 7.0 mi | 5 |
| May 16, 1983 | EF3 | 52 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 25, 1979 | EF3 | 73 km | 10.2 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 39 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 40 km | 11.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 30, 1973 | EF3 | 69 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 59 km | 11.6 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 99 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 13, 1972 | EF3 | 87 km | 16.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1971 | EF3 | 36 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 1971 | EF3 | 46 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 1971 | EF3 | 32 km | 23.8 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 | 90 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 10,827 | 93 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 9,046 | 71 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 7,788 | 94 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 6,753 | 93 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,854 | 90 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,600 | 91 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,525 | 88 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,442 | 76 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 4,577 | 95 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,397 | 99 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,967 | 89 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,854 | 87 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,794 | 84 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,759 | 87 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,733 | 77 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,698 | 89 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,694 | 67 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,362 | 99 km |
| 2020 | CN ROCK CREEK 02 | 3,337 | 88 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 5.3 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 4.7 in |
Rutledge has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 45°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (2.8").