Best Time to Visit Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Best time to visit Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport: April and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Go in April and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and May - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51° | 33° | 4,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 60° | 41° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 68° | 48° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 76° | 55° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 80° | 62° | 8,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 87° | 69° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 90° | 73° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 87° | 70° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 83° | 65° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 74° | 55° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 65° | 47° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 56° | 38° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulton County | 8 mi | 63°F | about the same | 50 in |
| Alabama | 140 mi | 67°F | +36°F warmer | 45 in |
| Great Smoky Mountains National Park | 146 mi | 47°F | 48°F cooler | 57 in |
| Gatlinburg | 152 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 55 in |
| Asheville | 172 mi | 56°F | 39°F cooler | 34 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and May - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is an airport in Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 80°F (27°C) in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport with clear. It feels like 82°F. Today runs from 74°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is April and October. The climate is temperate. January, February and May tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 90°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 33°F.
The closest major airport is Nashville International Airport (BNA), about 214 mi away. Nearby highlights include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Chimney Rock State Park, Congaree National Park and Cumberland Falls State Resort Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 91°F is 4.1°F above the 87°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. outdoors is the strongest bet in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:28 PM, Aug 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 91° / 74°
Overcast · 1% rain · wind 9 mph
☁️ 92° / 75°
Overcast · 23% rain · wind 7 mph
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Quick facts about Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | Atlanta |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 33°38′26.5″N 84°25′39.7″W (33.6407, -84.4277) |
| IATA code | ATL |
| Local time | 11:28 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | April and October |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport?
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is an airport in Atlanta. Its coordinates are 33.6407, -84.4277. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport right now?
It is currently 80°F (27°C) with clear. Humidity is 48% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport?
April and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, which has a temperate climate. January, February and May are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in?
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 11:28 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport?
The closest airports are Nashville International Airport (BNA), 214 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport?
Popular options include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Chimney Rock State Park, Congaree National Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park and Hunting Island State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 11:28 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
