Alabama Gas Prices Climb, Still Below National Average

0:00Here's more Birmingham news for March 10th. Gas prices in Alabama are climbing, but still sit well below the national average of $3.49 per gallon for regular. Unleeded. The statewide average now stands at $3.05, according to AAA data. Several counties remain at or under $3.00 a gallon, including Cherokee, Clay, Colbert, and others like Lauderdale and Marshall. Meanwhile, prices top out in the Blackbell region, with Perry County hitting $3.33. The uptick ties to stronger travel demand, the swish to pricier summer blend fuel required by the EPA and tensions from the Iran situation. Refineries started that blend back in March, pushing costs higher. Coastal spots like Mobile County averaged $3.10, while Baldwin is a bit lower at $3.06. Spring break drivers might see about $0.30 more per gallon this year, though many beach goers say it will not crimp their plans.

1:00Diesel is another story, averaging $4.66 nationally, and $4.44 in Alabama, hitting some families. Harder. Gas buddy knows the cheapest pumps often appear on Sundays and Mondays. A quick thank you to our sponsor of today's episode. When you want calm, do not reach for your phone. Lay back and listen, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.