The best times to visit Fort Oglethorpe for ideal weather are

April 2nd to May 27th

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

 

 


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Weather in Fort Oglethorpe

Temperature

Average temperatures in Fort Oglethorpe vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice some of the year, but often too hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 16th 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 Fort Oglethorpe, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 93.1°F (33.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 70.8°F (21.6°C) at night.

Fort Oglethorpe Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Fort Oglethorpe 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.

Fort Oglethorpe Perceived Temperature (F)

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Fort Oglethorpe Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Fort Oglethorpe 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 52.4 39.8 29.4
Feb 56.6 43 31.5
Mar 67.5 53.3 41.1
Apr 76.3 61.9 48.7
May 83.4 70.2 57.7
Jun 91 78.3 67.1
Jul 91.5 79.4 69.4
Aug 92.2 79.6 69.3
Sep 86.3 73.4 63
Oct 75.7 61.5 50
Nov 64.4 50.1 38
Dec 56.7 45.3 35.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 11.3 4.3 -1.4
Feb 13.7 6.1 -0.3
Mar 19.7 11.8 5.1
Apr 24.6 16.6 9.3
May 28.6 21.2 14.3
Jun 32.8 25.7 19.5
Jul 33.1 26.3 20.8
Aug 33.4 26.4 20.7
Sep 30.2 23 17.2
Oct 24.3 16.4 10
Nov 18 10.1 3.3
Dec 13.7 7.4 2.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Fort Oglethorpe are September, August, 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 mid to late November. For example, on the week of November 19th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late March with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of March 26th.

When can you find snow in Fort Oglethorpe? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around January, especially close to early to mid January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Fort Oglethorpe is often around around January 8th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Fort Oglethorpe.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Fort Oglethorpe (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 23% 2.8 5.2
Feb 21% 1.2 3.6
Mar 27% 1.2 5.3
Apr 27% 0 5.8
May 20% 0 3.7
Jun 26% 0 3.3
Jul 27% 0 5.2
Aug 19% 0 3.8
Sep 18% 0 4.6
Oct 20% 0 4.4
Nov 21% 0 4.9
Dec 31% 1.5 7.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 23 7.1 13.2
Feb 21 3 9.1
Mar 27 3 13.5
Apr 27 0 14.7
May 20 0 9.4
Jun 26 0 8.4
Jul 27 0 13.2
Aug 19 0 9.7
Sep 18 0 11.7
Oct 20 0 11.2
Nov 21 0 12.4
Dec 31 3.8 18

 

Humidity and Wind

Fort Oglethorpe has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is February (49.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (64.2%).

Wind in Fort Oglethorpe is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by March and April. February’s average wind speed of around 5.4 knots (6.3 MPH or 10.1 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 14.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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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 4.8 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Feb 5.4 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Mar 5.3 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Apr 4.9 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
May 3.8 Barely noticeable 10.9 Significant breeze
Jun 3.5 Barely noticeable 12 Significant breeze
Jul 3.3 Barely noticeable 11 Significant breeze
Aug 3.1 Barely noticeable 10.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 2.9 Barely noticeable 9.1 Significant breeze
Oct 3.6 Barely noticeable 9.8 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.8 Barely noticeable 10.3 Significant breeze
Dec 4.2 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 55.4%
Feb 49.8%
Mar 51.8%
Apr 50.5%
May 56.8%
Jun 57.6%
Jul 60.9%
Aug 58.8%
Sep 60.7%
Oct 59.5%
Nov 57.7%
Dec 64.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Fort Oglethorpe?

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 Fort Oglethorpe, GA, US is June, followed by March and July. 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 Fort Oglethorpe in November. 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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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 slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 48 in November means 48% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Fort Oglethorpe Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 87.9°F (31.1°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 6 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Fort Oglethorpe, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.5°F (31.9°C) and 59.6°F (15.3°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 6 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Fort Oglethorpe to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 60.1°F (15.6°C) and 52°F (11.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 10 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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