Alabama spans 2 IECC climate zones. Find your exact zone, design temperatures, and get free Manual J load calculations for any Alabama location.
Alabama spans 2 IECC climate zones (Zone 2A, Zone 3A), which means insulation requirements, design temperatures, and equipment specs vary significantly depending on location. The primary zone, Zone 2A (Hot - Humid), is cooling-dominated, with winter design temperatures as low as 32°F and summer highs reaching 95°F. HVAC contractors working across Alabama need to verify the exact climate zone for each job site — using the wrong zone data leads to oversized or undersized equipment, failed inspections, and unhappy homeowners.
Minimum insulation R-values and window specifications required by the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code for Alabama.
| Component | Zone 2A | Zone 3A |
|---|---|---|
| Ceiling / Attic | R-30 | R-30 |
| Walls | R-13 | R-20 |
| Floor | R-13 | R-19 |
| Window U-Factor | 0.4 | 0.32 |
| Window SHGC | 0.25 | 0.25 |
Source: IECC 2021 Table R402.1.2. Requirements shown are for residential construction. Alabama contractors must use the zone that corresponds to the job site location.
These ASHRAE design temperatures determine how Manual J load calculations size heating and cooling equipment for Alabama homes. The winter 99% value represents the coldest temperature expected, while the summer 1% value represents the hottest.
Hot - Humid
Warm - Humid
Based on Climate Zone 2A (Hot - Humid), here are typical HVAC equipment specifications for Alabama installations.
Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency for Alabama furnaces
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