The best times to visit Daphne for ideal weather are

March 5th to May 13th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Daphne Travel Info

Weather in Daphne

Temperature

Average temperatures in Daphne vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice some of the year, but often too hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 31st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Daphne, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 91.7°F (33.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.5°F (24.2°C) at night.

Daphne Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Daphne Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Daphne Perceived Temperature (F)

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Daphne Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Daphne Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 63.9 52 42.5
Feb 64.3 53.1 44
Mar 71.5 60.7 51.1
Apr 77.9 67.8 58.2
May 83.1 73.6 64.4
Jun 89.8 80.9 72.9
Jul 89.8 81.4 74.1
Aug 90.4 81.1 73.5
Sep 87.2 76.8 69
Oct 79.7 67.1 56.5
Nov 70.9 58.3 48.3
Dec 66.1 54.9 46.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 17.7 11.1 5.8
Feb 17.9 11.7 6.7
Mar 21.9 15.9 10.6
Apr 25.5 19.9 14.6
May 28.4 23.1 18
Jun 32.1 27.2 22.7
Jul 32.1 27.4 23.4
Aug 32.4 27.3 23.1
Sep 30.7 24.9 20.6
Oct 26.5 19.5 13.6
Nov 21.6 14.6 9.1
Dec 18.9 12.7 8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Daphne are October, November, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid May. For example, on the week of May 7th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late December with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of December 24th.

When can you find snow in Daphne? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Daphne.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Daphne (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 20% 0 4
Feb 22% 0 4.7
Mar 15% 0 4.9
Apr 19% 0 4.5
May 16% 0 5.6
Jun 27% 0 6.1
Jul 28% 0 6.7
Aug 28% 0 6.9
Sep 23% 0 5.3
Oct 12% 0 3.5
Nov 14% 0 3.4
Dec 24% 0 5.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 20 0 10.2
Feb 22 0 11.9
Mar 15 0 12.4
Apr 19 0 11.4
May 16 0 14.2
Jun 27 0 15.5
Jul 28 0 17
Aug 28 0 17.5
Sep 23 0 13.5
Oct 12 0 8.9
Nov 14 0 8.6
Dec 24 0 14.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Daphne has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is October (65.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (74.1%).

Wind in Daphne is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by January and February. March’s average wind speed of around 6 knots (6.9 MPH or 11 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late February and early March where average top sustained speeds reach 14.5 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Daphne.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.8 Light breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Feb 5.8 Light breeze 13 Significant breeze
Mar 6 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Apr 5.4 Light breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
May 4.7 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Jun 3.9 Barely noticeable 10.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.3 Barely noticeable 10.4 Significant breeze
Aug 3.2 Barely noticeable 10.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.5 Barely noticeable 9.8 Significant breeze
Oct 4.2 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.6 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Dec 5.4 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 65.8%
Feb 65.7%
Mar 67.6%
Apr 69.7%
May 69.9%
Jun 70.1%
Jul 73.1%
Aug 73.5%
Sep 74.1%
Oct 65.7%
Nov 67.6%
Dec 71.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Daphne?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Daphne, AL, US is July, followed by August and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Daphne in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 55.8 in November means 55.8% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Daphne Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 86.4°F (30.2°C) and 66.5°F (19.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 8 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Daphne, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 88.1°F (31.2°C) and 68.3°F (20.2°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Daphne to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 60.5°F (15.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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