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Clanton (AL) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Clanton experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from very warm days to mild weather. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Clanton is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 13°C during cooler months like January.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 1°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Clanton has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1415 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, December receives heavy rainfall, averaging 173 mm of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, September brings less rainfall, with 70 mm over 8 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Clanton Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Clanton. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.9 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.1 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Montgomery, the United States of America (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Montgomery, the United States of America (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Forecast for Clanton (AL)

Sun   Dec 22
12°C | -4°C
NE 2 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
14°C | 0°C
E 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
16°C | 1°C
E 2 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Clanton in the United States of America

During the months of March, April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Clanton?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in March and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Clanton?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Clanton?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Clanton?
    December tops the wettest month list with 173 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Clanton?
    September is the driest month with 70 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Clanton?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 267 hours of sunshine.

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