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Mobile, Alabama

Skyline of Mobile, Alabama, viewed from the west, with downtown buildings along the Mobile River.

Mobile climate

Mobile’s comfortable stretch is long, but Gulf humidity and summer heat shape the home

Mobile’s climate display combines an 88°F average summer high, 36 days above 90, and a 50°F average winter low with one day below freezing. Humidity is 80 percent, 7 months are comfortable, and solar exposure is 1,727 peak sun hours per year. February through May and October through December are the best listed months, while June, July, and August are toughest.

The air quality row is Excellent, while allergy levels are Poor. Long term fine particle pollution is 6.2 micrograms per cubic meter for the modeled average from 2021 to 2025. Moderate heat and drought rows, plus High safety flood and storm rows, make cooling, ventilation, shade, indoor choices, power, and insurance part of the seasonal plan.

Living through the seasons

Winters are the easier season. Summer heat deserves a closer look.

Overall Comfort
Very Good

3.7 / 5

Average Summer High
88°F

Warm · 88°F

Days Above 90°F
36 days/year

Good

Summer Feel
Very Good

3.4 / 5

Average Winter Low
50°F / 10°C

Excellent

Days Below Freezing
1 day/year

Excellent

Winter Feel
Excellent

4.7 / 5

The shape of the year

Humidity, comfortable months, and sunshine show how the seasons differ.

Humidity
80%

Good

Comfortable Months
7 months

Good

Solar Exposure
1727 peak sun hrs/yr

Fair

Air, allergies, and weather

Air quality and allergies shape day to day comfort. The best months and weather risks help with timing.

Air and allergies

Air Quality
Excellent

4.7 / 5

Allergy Levels
Poor

Current AQI

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Current PM2.5

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Timing and weather

Long Term Fine Particle Pollution
6.2 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Good · 6.2 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Best Months
Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
Toughest Months
Aug, Jul, Jun
Heat Risk
Moderate

Good

Drought Risk
Moderate
Weather Volatility
Moderate

3.1 / 5

Mobile in everyday life

Could Mobile work for you?

What may work well

  • Mobile has an 88°F average summer high, a 50°F average winter low, one day below freezing, and 1,727 peak sun hours in the climate display.
  • Excellent air quality and the modeled fine particle row provide useful air planning references, while the Poor allergy label remains visible.
  • The best listed months align with squares, gardens, museums, maritime places, and family visits.

What to think about

  • An 88°F summer high and 36 days above 90 make cooling, shade, water, and indoor options important.
  • Humidity is 80 percent and allergy levels are Poor, so ventilation and personal sensitivity matter.
  • High flood and storm rows make drainage, power, insurance, trees, and the return route important even during comfortable months.

Plan for Mobile’s humidity and storms as well as its comfortable months

  1. Visit in a warm month and a cooler month

    Notice cooling, ventilation, shade, pollen, humidity, drainage, power, heating, insurance, parking, and the route from the home to care, groceries, gardens, museums, and the airport.

  2. Price climate inside the home

    Ask about cooling, ventilation, windows, insulation, roof, moisture, power, insurance, maintenance, and the household’s plan for 36 days above 90.

  3. Pair outdoor and indoor choices

    Compare Bienville Square, Cathedral Square, Mobile Botanical Gardens, Bellingrath Gardens, museums, maritime places, indoor culture, care, and family visits.

  4. Keep climate and hazard fields distinct

    Use Excellent air quality, 6.2 micrograms per cubic meter modeled fine particle pollution, Poor allergies, Moderate climate heat and drought rows, and High safety flood and storm rows separately.

Questions retirees ask

What is Mobile’s climate like?

Mobile has an 88°F average summer high, 36 days above 90, a 50°F average winter low, and one day below freezing. Humidity is 80 percent, 7 months are comfortable, allergy levels are Poor, and June through August are the toughest listed months.

Does Mobile have hot summers?

The published summer high is 88°F, with 36 days above 90. That describes a warm Gulf season for some households, while humidity, allergies, storms, cooling, and the home’s indoor comfort also matter.

Are allergies a concern in Mobile?

The published allergy level is Poor. Pair that label with 80 percent humidity, ventilation, indoor choices, medication planning, and the household’s own sensitivity when reviewing a home and outdoor calendar.

Is Mobile air quality good?

The air quality field is Excellent, and long term fine particle pollution is 6.2 micrograms per cubic meter for the modeled average from 2021 to 2025. Keep that row beside Poor allergies, humidity, heat, storms, and home ventilation.

When is Mobile most comfortable outdoors?

February, March, April, May, October, November, and December are the best listed months, and 7 months are comfortable. Heat, humidity, allergies, storms, the selected home, and the distance to a destination still affect each household’s plan.

Mobile offers seven comfortable months and mild winter conditions, but 36 hot days, 80 percent humidity, Poor allergies, and High flood and storm rows make the home carry much of the year. For Mobile’s climate plan, choose Save, Compare, or Find my fit.

Sources

Climate comfort helps estimate how practical daily life may feel across the year, especially for heat, humidity, cold, and seasonal constraints.

Seasonal timing, health conditions, air conditioning, air quality, and elevation can change the lived experience.

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