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Georgia (US) Climate and Average Weather

Climate of Georgia (US): average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.

🌙 84°F now🕔 9:15 PM local📅 Best: October👥 11 million

Climate in Georgia (US) 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).

Recent extremes in Georgia (US)

Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.

Hottest day100°FJun 25, 2025
Coldest night10°FJan 22, 2025
Wettest day4,1 inSep 26, 2024

How Georgia (US) compares with nearby places

Annual averages, and the difference against Georgia (US).

PlaceDistanceAvg tempvs hereAnnual rain
Great Smoky Mountains National Park138 mi47°F47°F cooler57 in
Gatlinburg145 mi61°F34°F cooler55 in
Alabama146 mi67°F+36°F warmer45 in
Asheville165 mi56°F39°F cooler34 in
Buncombe County165 mi56°F39°F cooler34 in

Climate by city in Georgia (US)

2 cities mapped in this atlas

Climate by county in Georgia (US)

1 counties mapped in this atlas

Best time to visit Georgia (US)

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★★★☆☆

What this means for Georgia (US)

Compared with normal

Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 94°F is 6.3°F above the 87°F typical for this month.

Rain chance explained

Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.

Travel and driving

No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Worth knowing

Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.

Worth knowing

The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 72°F.

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
  • Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.

Summary

Georgia (US) is a state in United States. Georgia (US) is a US state with its capital at Atlanta. It has a population of about 11 million. The capital is Atlanta.

Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Georgia (US) with clear. It feels like 87°F. Today runs from 72°F to 94°F. Chance of precipitation is 9%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Georgia (US) 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 94°F is 6.3°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. swimming is the strongest bet in Georgia (US) 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.

Quick facts about Georgia (US)

TypeState
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates33°44′56.4″N 84°23′16.8″W (33.749, -84.388)
CapitalAtlanta
Population11.000.000
Area59.425 sq mi
AbbreviationGA
Time zoneAmerica/New_York
Local time9:15 PM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsOctober
ClimateContinental

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Georgia (US)?

Georgia (US) is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 33.749, -84.388. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Georgia (US) right now?

It is currently 84°F (29°C) with clear. Humidity is 53% and wind is 5 mph.

When is the best time to visit Georgia (US)?

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

What time zone is Georgia (US) in?

Georgia (US) observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:15 PM.

How many people live in Georgia (US)?

Georgia (US) has a population of approximately 11 million.

What is the nearest airport to Georgia (US)?

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 Georgia (US)?

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.

What places are in Georgia (US)?

Georgia (US) covers 3 places in this atlas, including Atlanta, Savannah and Fulton County.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - 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 22, 2026 at 9:15 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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