Alabama HVAC Climate Zones

Alabama spans 2 IECC climate zones. Find your exact zone, design temperatures, and get free Manual J load calculations for any Alabama location.

Find Your Alabama Climate Zone

Climate Zones in Alabama

Climate Zone 2A

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Hot - Humid

Design Temperatures

Winter
32°F
Summer
95°F
Wet Bulb
77°F

IECC 2021 Requirements

Wall:R-13
Roof:R-30
Floor:R-13
Window U:0.4

Load Characteristic

Cooling-Dominated
humid Climate

Climate Zone 3A

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Warm - Humid

Design Temperatures

Winter
22°F
Summer
94°F
Wet Bulb
75°F

IECC 2021 Requirements

Wall:R-20
Roof:R-30
Floor:R-19
Window U:0.32

Load Characteristic

Balanced Loads
humid Climate

Recommended Equipment for Alabama

Based on Climate Zone 2A (Hot - Humid), here are typical HVAC equipment specifications for Alabama installations.

Heating Systems

Gas furnace
Heat pump
Electric resistance
Typical AFUE Rating
80-92%

Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency for Alabama furnaces

Cooling Systems

AC (14-16 SEER)
Heat pump
Typical SEER Rating
14-16 SEER

Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio for Alabama AC systems

Why Accurate Climate Data Matters in Alabama

Accurate Sizing

Alabama's climate zone data ensures proper equipment sizing. No more callbacks from oversized or undersized systems.

Code Compliance

Alabama building departments require IECC-compliant Manual J calculations. Our tool uses official Alabama climate data.

Energy Savings

Right-sized systems based on Alabama climate data reduce energy costs for homeowners and improve your reputation.

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