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1. Dauphin Island Beaches ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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2. Fairhope ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. West Beach - Gulf Shores

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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4. Point Clear

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Mobile is a great place to base yourself for a beachside vacation.
  • Many excellent beaches are found very close to the city.
  • If you’re willing to drive just a little further, there are even more sunny and sandy destinations a little further away.

Mobile events:
- Mobile Mardi Gras - February-March 2025
- Mobile Foodie Fest - October 2024
- Dauphin Street Beer Festival - Every October

Plan a trip to the beach from May to September:

Source: National Weather Service

Month High (°F) Low (°F) Precipitation (inches) Conditions
January 61 42 5.1 Mild, rainy
February 64 45 5.1 Mild, rainy
March 70 51 6.3 Warm, rainy
April 77 58 4.5 Warm, sunny
May 84 65 5.2 Hot, humid
June 89 72 6.4 Hot, humid
July 91 74 8.0 Hot, humid
August 90 73 7.2 Hot, humid
September 87 69 6.3 Hot, humid
October 80 60 3.6 Warm, pleasant
November 71 50 4.2 Mild, pleasant
December 64 44 4.8 Mild, rainy

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