Cahaba, Alabama
Archaeological Site Historic Alabama river town and former state capital
How to Get to Cahaba, Alabama #
Old Cahawba Archaeological Park is near Selma and near the junction of Perry, Dallas, and Dallas County roads; the nearest major town is Selma, Alabama. Signage on county roads directs visitors to the park; local visitor centers provide maps.
Tips for Visiting Cahaba, Alabama #
- Old Cahaba (Cahaba) is best visited with a local historic-site guide - the interpretive trails explain the town's rise and decline.
- Visit in spring for the wildflower displays in the floodplain and to see the site in gentler temperatures.
- Respect the fragile archaeological remains and stay on marked paths.
Best Time to Visit Cahaba, Alabama #
Spring and autumn offer the most pleasant conditions for exploring the archaeological park.
Weather & Climate near Cahaba, Alabama #
Cahaba, Alabama's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1362 mm/year), wettest in March.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (165 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (118 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 21°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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