United StatesThe climate of Gulf Shores
The current climate in Gulf Shores features temperatures ranging from a high of 32°C to a low of 17°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 26°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 6°C and in the warmer months around 23°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Gulf Shores, Alabama.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Gulf Shores in recent years was 38°C in August 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -2°C in January 2014.
Rainfall amount
On average, Gulf Shores receives 1827 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The hurricane season in Gulf Shores runs from June to November.
Best time to visit Gulf Shores?
The best time to visit Gulf Shores for sunny weather is February, March, May, November and December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Gulf Shores. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Gulf Shores
The climate table of Gulf Shores shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 17 | 19 | 22 | 24 | 28 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 27 | 22 | 19 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 6 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 19 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 17 | 10 | 9 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 80 | 77 | 92 | 272 | 96 | 233 | 240 | 264 | 177 | 156 | 44 | 96 |
| UV Index | 4 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Gulf Shores, Alabama. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Gulf Shores
Yearly Temperature in Gulf Shores
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Gulf Shores
Total Yearly Precipitation in Gulf Shores
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Gulf Shores, Alabama. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Gulf Shores
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Average weather in Gulf Shores by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Gulf Shores. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.