Mobile, AL Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Mobile
Weather in Mobile is shaped by its humid subtropical climate - expect hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. August afternoons typically reach 90°F (32°C), while January highs hover near 60°F (16°C). Annual precipitation averages 60.9 inches (1547 mm) over about 146 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: August - highs near 90°F (32°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 60°F (16°C)
- Record high: 106°F (41°C) · Record low: 18°F (-8°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: December (11 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (11.5 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on August. Highs average 90°F (32°C) and overnight lows stay near 76°F (25°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 60°F (16°C) and lows around 44°F (7°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 106°F (41°C) and dropped as low as 18°F (-8°C).
Rain, sun and snow
December is usually the wettest month. It brings about 6.6 inches (168 mm) of rain over 11 days, while November is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.5 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60° | 44° | 10 | 5.5 in | 7.5 h/day | 75% |
| February | 65° | 50° | 10 | 3.9 in | 7.8 h/day | 77% |
| March | 71° | 55° | 12 | 4.7 in | 9.1 h/day | 76% |
| April | 76° | 60° | 11 | 5.5 in | 9.9 h/day | 75% |
| May | 83° | 68° | 12 | 4.7 in | 11.4 h/day | 75% |
| June | 88° | 74° | 17 | 6.0 in | 11.5 h/day | 77% |
| July | 89° | 76° | 21 | 5.7 in | 11.5 h/day | 80% |
| August | 90° | 76° | 18 | 6.1 in | 10.4 h/day | 78% |
| September | 87° | 72° | 12 | 4.7 in | 10.3 h/day | 75% |
| October | 80° | 64° | 7 | 3.7 in | 9.6 h/day | 71% |
| November | 70° | 54° | 7 | 3.7 in | 8.3 h/day | 74% |
| December | 64° | 49° | 11 | 6.6 in | 7.0 h/day | 79% |
Mobile month by month
Mobile weather in January
January brings highs around 60°F (16°C), lows near 44°F (7°C), about 10 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Mobile.
Mobile weather in February
February brings highs around 65°F (18°C), lows near 50°F (10°C), about 10 wet days.
Mobile weather in March
March brings highs around 71°F (22°C), lows near 55°F (13°C), about 12 wet days.
Mobile weather in April
April brings highs around 76°F (24°C), lows near 60°F (15°C), about 11 wet days.
Mobile weather in May
May brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 12 wet days.
Mobile weather in June
June brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 17 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Mobile.
Mobile weather in July
July brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 21 wet days.
Mobile weather in August
August brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 18 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Mobile.
Mobile weather in September
September brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 72°F (22°C), about 12 wet days.
Mobile weather in October
October brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 7 wet days.
Mobile weather in November
November brings highs around 70°F (21°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 7 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Mobile.
Mobile weather in December
December brings highs around 64°F (18°C), lows near 49°F (10°C), about 11 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Mobile.
Seasons in Mobile
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Mobile brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 76°F (25°C) and nights around 61°F (16°C); expect showers on roughly 34 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Mobile is hot, with daytime highs averaging 89°F (32°C) and nights around 76°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 56 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Mobile brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 79°F (26°C) and nights around 63°F (17°C); expect showers on roughly 25 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Mobile is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 63°F (17°C) and nights around 48°F (9°C); expect showers on roughly 31 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Mobile
The best time to visit Mobile is generally January to May and October, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 72°F (22°C).
Pack for Mobile with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - August nights average 76°F (25°C).
Mobile temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.