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Fort Payne (AL) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Fort Payne experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from very warm days to cold weather. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Fort Payne is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C during cooler months like January.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -2°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Fort Payne has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1372 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 13 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, June brings less rainfall, with 79 mm over 12 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Fort Payne Precipitation page.

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

Forecast for Fort Payne (AL)

Sun   Dec 22
8°C | -5°C
NE 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
10°C | -3°C
SE 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
13°C | -3°C
SE 2 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

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

During the months of April, May 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 is the warmest month in Fort Payne?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Fort Payne?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Fort Payne?
    December tops the wettest month list with 173 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Fort Payne?
    June is the driest month with 79 mm of precipitation.

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