Dothan (AL) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Dothan can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be very warm during the warmest months,
and mild during the cooler months.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Dothan can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 16°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 4°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Dothan is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1487 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, December receives heavy rainfall, averaging 187 mm of precipitation, recorded across 10 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, May brings less rainfall, with 78 mm over 8 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Dothan Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
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The best time of year to visit Dothan in the United States of America
During the months of March, April and November 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:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in February, July, August and December.
July has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 16°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 187 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 78 mm of precipitation.
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