The best times to visit Georgia for ideal weather are

March 12th 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.

 

 


Other Georgia Travel Info

Weather in Georgia

Temperature

Average temperatures in Georgia vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 54th 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 Georgia, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 92.2°F (33.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.2°F (22.3°C) at night.

Georgia Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Georgia 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.

Georgia Perceived Temperature (F)

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Georgia Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Georgia 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 58.4 46.7 37.3
Feb 61.4 49.1 39
Mar 69.9 57.2 46.5
Apr 77.3 64.9 53.6
May 83.7 72.1 61.3
Jun 90.2 78.8 69.3
Jul 91.1 80 71.4
Aug 90.6 79.5 71.1
Sep 85.8 74.7 66.1
Oct 77.3 65 54.9
Nov 67.8 55 44.6
Dec 63.2 51.7 42.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 14.7 8.2 2.9
Feb 16.3 9.5 3.9
Mar 21.1 14 8.1
Apr 25.2 18.3 12
May 28.7 22.3 16.3
Jun 32.3 26 20.7
Jul 32.8 26.7 21.9
Aug 32.6 26.4 21.7
Sep 29.9 23.7 18.9
Oct 25.2 18.3 12.7
Nov 19.9 12.8 7
Dec 17.3 10.9 5.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Georgia are November, October, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early November. For example, on the week of November 5th 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 1 days of significant precipitation the week of December 24th.

When can you find snow in Georgia? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early to mid February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Georgia is often around around February 12th 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 Georgia.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Georgia (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 8% 1.8 1.3
Feb 9% 2.3 1.6
Mar 8% 1.4 1.6
Apr 8% 0 1.6
May 6% 0 1.2
Jun 9% 0 1.6
Jul 10% 0 1.9
Aug 10% 0 2
Sep 7% 0 1.4
Oct 6% 0 1.2
Nov 6% 0 1.2
Dec 9% 0 2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 8 4.6 3.3
Feb 9 5.8 4.1
Mar 8 3.6 4.1
Apr 8 0 4.1
May 6 0 3
Jun 9 0 4.1
Jul 10 0 4.8
Aug 10 0 5.1
Sep 7 0 3.6
Oct 6 0 3
Nov 6 0 3
Dec 9 0 5.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Georgia has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (56.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (68.9%).

Wind in Georgia is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by January and February. March’s average wind speed of around 5.2 knots (6 MPH or 9.7 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 12.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 5.2 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Feb 5.2 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Mar 5.2 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Apr 5 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
May 4.4 Light breeze 10.8 Significant breeze
Jun 4 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Jul 3.6 Barely noticeable 10.4 Significant breeze
Aug 3.3 Barely noticeable 9.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.5 Barely noticeable 9.3 Significant breeze
Oct 4.1 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.3 Light breeze 10.1 Significant breeze
Dec 4.5 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 58.1%
Feb 56.9%
Mar 56.3%
Apr 57%
May 59.9%
Jun 64%
Jul 67.5%
Aug 68.9%
Sep 68.5%
Oct 64.2%
Nov 60.6%
Dec 66.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Georgia?

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 Georgia, United States is July, followed by June and March. 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 Georgia 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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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 very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 57.7 in November means 57.7% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Georgia Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 87.2°F (30.7°C) and 63.2°F (17.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with roughly 2 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 the most precipitation with about 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Georgia, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 88.2°F (31.2°C) and 64.7°F (18.2°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: approximately 2 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Georgia to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 64.4°F (18°C) and 57.8°F (14.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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