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Weather & Climate in Sweet Water, AL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sweet Water enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 199 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.8°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 199 ft (61 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.1046°N, 87.8619°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Marengo County County |
| Nearest Airport | Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field) (MGM) 87 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 52.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 96.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 35.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
44 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 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Jul 16, 1993 | 2 km SSW of Silas, Alabama | M3.7 | 60 km | 5 km |
| Oct 26, 1997 | 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.7 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Aug 19, 2004 | 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama | M3.6 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Mar 25, 1996 | 11 km NNE of Quitman, Mississippi | M3.5 | 76 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2015 | 12 km W of Union, Alabama | M3.5 | 100 km | 0 km |
| Jun 24, 1998 | 11 km W of Demopolis, Alabama | M3.4 | 45 km | 5 km |
| May 28, 1995 | 14 km WSW of Coker, Alabama | M3.4 | 121 km | 1 km |
| Apr 21, 2009 | 12 km S of Centreville, Alabama | M3.4 | 108 km | 13 km |
| Sep 30, 2003 | 10 km NNW of Atmore, Alabama | M3.3 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Mar 22, 2005 | 9 km NNE of Coffeeville, Alabama | M3.3 | 35 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2015 | 14 km W of Union, Alabama | M3.1 | 98 km | 0 km |
| Mar 11, 2019 | 4 km N of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.1 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Apr 11, 2019 | 6 km NNW of Pollard, Alabama | M3.1 | 130 km | 10 km |
| May 4, 1997 | 9 km ESE of Atmore, Alabama | M3.1 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Jun 28, 2008 | 7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama | M3.1 | 137 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2008 | 10 km W of Coffeeville, Alabama | M3.1 | 49 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2015 | 11 km WSW of Union, Alabama | M3.1 | 97 km | 0 km |
| Sep 11, 1992 | 5 km SSE of Riverview, Alabama | M3.0 | 123 km | 7 km |
| Oct 28, 1997 | 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.0 | 124 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
11 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 152 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 2 | 98 mph | 126 km |
| 2017 | Nate | Category 1 | 75 mph | 218 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 3 | 127 mph | 155 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 3 | 127 mph | 147 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 3 | 121 mph | 80 km |
| 1998 | Georges | Category 2 | 104 mph | 194 km |
| 1997 | Danny | Category 1 | 81 mph | 190 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 128 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 171 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 121 mph | 228 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
430 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 30 fatalities, 585 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF4 | 43 km | 18.3 mi | 1 |
| Mar 12, 1986 | EF4 | 92 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1973 | EF4 | 48 km | 139.1 mi | 7 |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF4 | 86 km | 25.4 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1953 | EF4 | 51 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Mar 30, 2022 | EF3 | 100 km | 29.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 25, 2021 | EF3 | 97 km | 11.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 25, 2021 | EF3 | 66 km | 79.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 60 km | 72.1 mi | 7 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 100 km | 23.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 2011 | EF3 | 17 km | 15.3 mi | 1 |
| Mar 6, 1996 | EF3 | 69 km | 19.0 mi | 4 |
| Mar 10, 1992 | EF3 | 53 km | 18.0 mi | 2 |
| Mar 10, 1992 | EF3 | 88 km | 20.0 mi | 3 |
| Nov 4, 1988 | EF3 | 88 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 24, 1984 | EF3 | 65 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 6, 1983 | EF3 | 81 km | 13.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 18, 1978 | EF3 | 75 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 20, 1971 | EF3 | 95 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 1971 | EF3 | 23 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,870 acres, 2005).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 4,870 | 52 km |
| 2022 | OK COMP 40/53 | 4,093 | 96 km |
| 2020 | OK PAYNE LAKE | 4,078 | 97 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,021 | 50 km |
| 2022 | OK COMP 50/51/52 | 3,786 | 97 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,556 | 93 km |
| 2022 | OK C-36/38/39 COMBINED | 3,373 | 98 km |
| 2024 | OAK COMP 55/56 RX | 3,088 | 97 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 2,909 | 98 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENT 057 | 2,806 | 97 km |
| 2022 | OK 146 | 2,641 | 99 km |
| 2020 | OK COMPARTMENT 55 AND 56 | 2,462 | 97 km |
| 2021 | OK COMP 61 AND 63 | 2,213 | 95 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,160 | 46 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,120 | 72 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,072 | 51 km |
| 2024 | OAK COMPARTMENT 53 RX | 1,811 | 95 km |
| 2020 | OK COMPARTMENT 65 | 1,800 | 95 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 1,780 | 97 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 1,734 | 96 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 5.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 5.6 in |
Sweet Water has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 48°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.9") and October the driest (3.0").