The best times to visit Albany for ideal weather are

March 5th to May 20th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Albany Travel Info

Weather in Albany

Temperature

Average temperatures in Albany vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice some of the year, but often too hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 28th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Albany, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 94.4°F (34.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 74.1°F (23.4°C) at night.

Albany Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Albany Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Albany Perceived Temperature (F)

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Albany Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Albany Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 62.1 49.1 38.5
Feb 65.1 51.4 39.8
Mar 73.5 59.5 47.2
Apr 80.5 67 54.4
May 88.1 74.8 62.6
Jun 93.5 80.8 70.7
Jul 93.5 81.3 72.5
Aug 92.9 81 72.6
Sep 89.1 77.1 67.8
Oct 81 67.4 56.1
Nov 71.5 57 45.1
Dec 66.9 53.6 43

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 16.7 9.5 3.6
Feb 18.4 10.8 4.3
Mar 23.1 15.3 8.4
Apr 26.9 19.4 12.4
May 31.2 23.8 17
Jun 34.2 27.1 21.5
Jul 34.2 27.4 22.5
Aug 33.8 27.2 22.6
Sep 31.7 25.1 19.9
Oct 27.2 19.7 13.4
Nov 21.9 13.9 7.3
Dec 19.4 12 6.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Albany are November, May, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early December. For example, on the week of December 3rd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late December with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of December 24th.

When can you find snow in Albany? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Albany.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Albany (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 19% 0 3
Feb 20% 0 4.2
Mar 15% 0 3.2
Apr 17% 0 4.4
May 13% 0 1.9
Jun 26% 0 4.8
Jul 24% 0 4.3
Aug 27% 0 6.6
Sep 15% 0 2.5
Oct 13% 0 2.1
Nov 12% 0 2.4
Dec 19% 0 4.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 19 0 7.6
Feb 20 0 10.7
Mar 15 0 8.1
Apr 17 0 11.2
May 13 0 4.8
Jun 26 0 12.2
Jul 24 0 10.9
Aug 27 0 16.8
Sep 15 0 6.4
Oct 13 0 5.3
Nov 12 0 6.1
Dec 19 0 11.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Albany has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is May (52.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (68%).

Wind in Albany is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and February. March’s average wind speed of around 5.3 knots (6.1 MPH or 9.8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late February and early March where average top sustained speeds reach 13.5 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Albany.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Feb 5 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Mar 5.3 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Apr 5.1 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
May 4.9 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Jun 4.2 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Jul 3.9 Barely noticeable 11.8 Significant breeze
Aug 3.8 Barely noticeable 11.6 Significant breeze
Sep 4.1 Light breeze 10.2 Significant breeze
Oct 4.2 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.4 Light breeze 10.2 Significant breeze
Dec 4.5 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 56.8%
Feb 55.4%
Mar 54%
Apr 54.3%
May 52.8%
Jun 60%
Jul 65%
Aug 68%
Sep 64.6%
Oct 59.7%
Nov 58.5%
Dec 64.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Albany?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Albany, GA, US is July, followed by October and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Albany in January. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 46.7 in January means 46.7% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Albany Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 91.3°F (32.9°C) and 67.1°F (19.5°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 7 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Albany, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 90.8°F (32.7°C) and 68.4°F (20.2°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: approximately 4 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Albany to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 61.8°F (16.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: consistently 6 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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