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Tuscaloosa, AL Weather on May 17
May 17th in Tuscaloosa, AL typically brings warm spring weather, with average highs around 83°F and lows near 60°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 17th was in 1995 (81°F average), while the coldest was 1983 (59°F) — a 22°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 35% of May 17th dates historically, with the wettest May 17th recording 3.68" of rain. The last decade has been 1.1°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 17
Planning for May 17th in Tuscaloosa, AL? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 17 Weather Records for Tuscaloosa
- •The all-time record high for May 17th in Tuscaloosa, AL is 91°F, set in 2000.
- •The coldest May 17th on record dropped to 44°F in 1973.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 17th in 7 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 17 ever in Tuscaloosa?
The warmest May 17 in Tuscaloosa, AL reached 91°F in 2000. That is 8°F above the long-term average high of 83°F.
What was the coldest May 17 ever in Tuscaloosa?
The coldest May 17 in Tuscaloosa, AL dropped to 44°F in 1973. That is 16°F below the long-term average low of 60°F.
What is the average temperature on May 17 in Tuscaloosa?
On May 17, Tuscaloosa averages a high of 83°F and a low of 60°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from NORTHPORT 2 S.
How many years of weather data are available for May 17 in Tuscaloosa?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 17 in Tuscaloosa, AL, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 17 Weather History in Tuscaloosa
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 83°F | 68°F | 2.29" | -- |
| 2024 | 74°F | 69°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 2023 | 82°F | 66°F | 1.72" | -- |
| 2022 | 86°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 84°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 84°F | 65°F | 0.07" | -- |
| 2019 | 89°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 84°F | 65°F | 1.65" | -- |
| 2017 | 89°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 81°F | 62°F | 0.4" | -- |
| 2015 | 88°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 80°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 79°F | 67°F | 0.6" | -- |
| 2012 | 88°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 71°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 82°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 69°F | 57°F | 1.37" | -- |
| 2008 | 76°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 87°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 75°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 83°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 87°F | 67°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2003 | 85°F | 65°F | 2.34" | -- |
| 2002 | 88°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 90°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 91°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 87°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 90°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 86°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 89°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 90°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 84°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 83°F | 65°F | 3.68" | -- |
| 1992 | 87°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 91°F | 69°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 1990 | 82°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 86°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 86°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 86°F | 66°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 1986 | 91°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 86°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 78°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 69°F | 48°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1982 | 91°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 72°F | 52°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1980 | 76°F | 68°F | 2.36" | -- |
| 1979 | 80°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 75°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 89°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 76°F | 56°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 1975 | 75°F | 63°F | 3.18" | -- |
| 1974 | 87°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 75°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 83°F | 53°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 1971 | 81°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: NORTHPORT 2 S
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Tuscaloosa, AL, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.