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Tuscaloosa, AL Weather on May 26
May 26th in Tuscaloosa, AL typically brings warm spring weather, with average highs around 86°F and lows near 64°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 26th was in 1996 (84°F average), while the coldest was 1979 (59°F) — a 25°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 33% of May 26th dates historically, with the wettest May 26th recording 3.79" of rain. The last decade has been 1.5°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 26
Planning for May 26th in Tuscaloosa, AL? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 26 Weather Records for Tuscaloosa
- •The all-time record high for May 26th in Tuscaloosa, AL is 96°F, set in 1996.
- •The coldest May 26th on record dropped to 49°F in 1988.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 26th in 17 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 26 ever in Tuscaloosa?
The warmest May 26 in Tuscaloosa, AL reached 96°F in 1996. That is 10°F above the long-term average high of 86°F.
What was the coldest May 26 ever in Tuscaloosa?
The coldest May 26 in Tuscaloosa, AL dropped to 49°F in 1988. That is 15°F below the long-term average low of 64°F.
What is the average temperature on May 26 in Tuscaloosa?
On May 26, Tuscaloosa averages a high of 86°F and a low of 64°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from NORTHPORT 2 S.
How many years of weather data are available for May 26 in Tuscaloosa?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 26 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 26 Weather History in Tuscaloosa
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 83°F | 68°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2024 | 91°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 85°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 80°F | 67°F | 0.31" | -- |
| 2021 | 86°F | 62°F | 0.54" | -- |
| 2020 | 76°F | 69°F | 3.79" | -- |
| 2019 | 94°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 88°F | 69°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2017 | 87°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 92°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 78°F | 69°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 2014 | 92°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 87°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 94°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 90°F | 63°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2010 | 88°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 79°F | 68°F | 1.39" | -- |
| 2008 | 89°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 89°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 92°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 91°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 89°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 79°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 90°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 84°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 93°F | 73°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1999 | 83°F | 65°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 1998 | 92°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 89°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 96°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 92°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 85°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 75°F | 62°F | 0.58" | -- |
| 1992 | 76°F | 58°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1991 | 84°F | 73°F | 1.22" | -- |
| 1990 | 87°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 91°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 81°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 89°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 83°F | 64°F | 2.01" | -- |
| 1985 | 81°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 89°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 82°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 90°F | 69°F | 0.56" | -- |
| 1981 | 81°F | 59°F | 0.84" | -- |
| 1980 | 87°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 69°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 93°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 83°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 77°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 91°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 80°F | 64°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1973 | 86°F | 61°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 1972 | 84°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 84°F | 55°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.