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Opelika (AL) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Opelika can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to mild. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to moderate in Opelika. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in July to a moderate 13°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 0°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Opelika has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1361 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The seasons in Opelika, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 184 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 11 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, September, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 73 mm over 8 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Opelika Precipitation page.

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

Forecast for Opelika (AL)

Sun   Dec 22
10°C | -3°C
E 4 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
13°C | 0°C
E 4 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
17°C | 3°C
NE 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

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

During the months of 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 is the warmest month in Opelika?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Opelika?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Opelika?
    December tops the wettest month list with 184 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Opelika?
    September is the driest month with 73 mm of precipitation.

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