Ackerman, Mississippi is a small town located in Choctaw County in the central part of the state. The climate in Ackerman is warm and temperate, with hot summers and mild winters. The area receives an average of 55 inches of rainfall per year and experiences occasional flooding due to its location on the edge of the Tombigbee River floodplain. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Ackerman include fishing, hunting, and hiking in the nearby Tombigbee National Forest, as well as boating and swimming at Choctaw Lake. The hydrology constituents of the area include the Tombigbee River, several creeks and streams, and multiple wetlands and swamps.