County in Georgia (US)

Best Time to Visit Fulton County

Best time to visit Fulton County: October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.

☀️ 73°F now🕔 9:09 AM local📅 Best: October👥 1.1 million

Best time to visit Fulton County

Go in October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

January★★☆☆☆
February★★★☆☆
March★★★★
April★★★★
May★★★☆☆
June★★★★
July★★★☆☆
August★★★★
September★★★★
October★★★★
November★★★★
December★★★☆☆

Climate in Fulton County month by month

Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecLine: average high · Bars: rainfall
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRating
January50°33°4,5 in★★☆☆☆
February60°40°4,0 in★★★☆☆
March68°47°4,2 in★★★★
April76°55°3,7 in★★★★
May80°62°7,2 in★★★☆☆
June88°69°4,9 in★★★★
July90°73°6,7 in★★★☆☆
August87°70°3,9 in★★★★
September83°65°4,2 in★★★★
October74°55°1,1 in★★★★
November65°47°2,4 in★★★★
December56°38°2,7 in★★★☆☆

Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).

How Fulton County compares with nearby places

Annual averages, and the difference against Fulton County.

PlaceDistanceAvg tempvs hereAnnual rain
Atlanta0 mi63°Fabout the same50 in
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport8 mi63°Fabout the same51 in
Great Smoky Mountains National Park138 mi47°F47°F cooler57 in
Gatlinburg145 mi61°F34°F cooler55 in
Alabama146 mi67°F+36°F warmer45 in

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
  • A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
Worth avoiding
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.

Summary

Fulton County is a county in Georgia (US). Fulton County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 1.1 million.

Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Fulton County with clear sky. It feels like 76°F. Today runs from 70°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 9%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Fulton County is October. The climate is continental. January, February and December 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 Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), about 8 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 3.4°F above the 87°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Fulton County today at 9.7/10. 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 Fulton County right now

☀️
73°F
Clear sky · feels like 76°F
Humidity77%
Wind5 mph ESE
Gusts8 mph
UV index1.1 · Low
Cloud cover1%
Pressure980 hPa
VisibilityExcellent · 19 mi
Air quality42 · Good
Sunrise7:07 AM
Sunset8:11 PM
Moon🌕 Full moon · 97%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:09 AM, Aug 26 local time.

⚠️Sat, Aug 29: heavy rain, 1,3 in. Flooding and delays possible.
⚠️Mon, Aug 31: extreme heat, 97°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Tue, Sep 1: extreme heat, 99°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Thu, Sep 3: extreme heat, 98°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

Weekend outlook

Saturday, Aug 29

🌧️ 93° / 73°

Heavy rain · 45% rain · wind 3 mph

Sunday, Aug 30

☁️ 92° / 72°

Overcast · 14% rain · wind 5 mph

Things to do in Fulton County

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Fulton County.

Quick facts about Fulton County

TypeCounty
StateGeorgia (US)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates33°44′56.4″N 84°23′16.8″W (33.749, -84.388)
Population1.070.000
Local time9:09 AM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsOctober
ClimateContinental

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Fulton County?

Fulton County is a county in Georgia (US). Its coordinates are 33.749, -84.388. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Fulton County right now?

It is currently 73°F (23°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 77% and wind is 5 mph.

When is the best time to visit Fulton County?

October offer the most comfortable conditions in Fulton County, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Fulton County in?

Fulton County observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:09 AM.

How many people live in Fulton County?

Fulton County has a population of approximately 1.1 million.

What is the nearest airport to Fulton County?

The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 8 mi away and Nashville International Airport (BNA), 209 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Fulton County?

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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Forecast and observationsOpen-Meteo (ECMWF and national models).
Air quality and pollenCopernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale.
Climate averagesERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years.
Official alertsUS National Weather Service.
MethodScores, 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 26, 2026 at 9:09 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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