Climate Comfort Score
67/100
Good
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Valley Head, AL Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 2 weather stations (1991-2020).
Valley Head, Alabama has an average annual temperature of 59°F and a climate comfort score of 67/100 (Good). Annual precipitation totals 56.2". Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
59°F (15°C)
Avg High
70°F
Avg Low
48°F
Annual Precip
56.2"
Comfort Score
67/100
Good
Avg Annual Temperature
59°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
56.2"
Liquid-equivalent total
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Valley Head) 67.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Good for the Valley Head area.
Warming context for Valley Head
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Valley Head captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
- Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
- Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Snow | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 30°F (-1°C) | 40°F (4°C) | 4.7" | N/A | 20.2 | 0.0 |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 32°F (0°C) | 44°F (6°C) | 5.4" | N/A | 16.4 | 0.0 |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 39°F (4°C) | 51°F (10°C) | 5.2" | N/A | 9.0 | 0.0 |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 46°F (8°C) | 58°F (15°C) | 5.1" | N/A | 2.2 | 0.0 |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 54°F (12°C) | 66°F (19°C) | 4.4" | N/A | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 63°F (17°C) | 73°F (23°C) | 4.8" | N/A | 0.0 | 5.9 |
| July | 87°F (31°C) | 66°F (19°C) | 77°F (25°C) | 5.2" | N/A | 0.0 | 7.0 |
| August | 87°F (30°C) | 66°F (19°C) | 76°F (25°C) | 3.5" | N/A | 0.0 | 9.7 |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 59°F (15°C) | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5" | N/A | 0.0 | 3.5 |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 48°F (9°C) | 60°F (15°C) | 3.5" | N/A | 1.7 | 0.3 |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 37°F (3°C) | 49°F (9°C) | 4.5" | N/A | 12.2 | 0.0 |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 33°F (0°C) | 43°F (6°C) | 5.5" | N/A | 16.5 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall and snowfall
January 4.7"
10.2 days with precipitation
February 5.4"
12.2 days with precipitation
March 5.2"
10.9 days with precipitation
April 5.1"
10.0 days with precipitation
May 4.4"
9.8 days with precipitation
June 4.8"
10.8 days with precipitation
July 5.2"
11.8 days with precipitation
August 3.5"
9.5 days with precipitation
September 4.5"
6.9 days with precipitation
October 3.5"
8.5 days with precipitation
November 4.5"
8.1 days with precipitation
December 5.5"
11.8 days with precipitation
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
October 30
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
April 7
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
3,530
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
1,301
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
July
Coldest Month
January
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Valley Head, AL
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Valley Head, Alabama as a location with an annual average temperature of 59°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 70°F to a mean daily low of 48°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while January is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from 2 weather stations, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.
Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. Valley Head receives roughly 56.2 inches of precipitation each year, with seasonal snowfall possible. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near April 7 and the first fall freeze near October 30. For energy use, 3,530 heating degree days and 1,301 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Valley Head scores 67/100 (Good), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for July-driven heat, or deep winter for January-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Valley Head, AL? ▼
The average annual temperature in Valley Head, Alabama is 59°F. The warmest month averages 87°F (31°C) and the coldest averages 30°F (-1°C).
How much rain does Valley Head get? ▼
Valley Head receives 56.2 inches of precipitation annually. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Valley Head? ▼
Valley Head has a climate comfort score of 67/100 (Good). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Valley Head? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Valley Head.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Valley Head? ▼
Valley Head has 3,530 heating degree days and 1,301 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this Valley Head climate data come from? ▼
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from 2 weather stations. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.
Data Sources
Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USW00063862. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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