Geography of Fulton County
Geography of Fulton County: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Fulton County
Atlanta is 0 mi to the north, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 8 mi to the south, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 138 mi to the north and Gatlinburg is 145 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 33°44′56.4″N 84°23′16.8″W (33.749, -84.388)
Quick facts about Fulton County
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| State | Georgia (US) |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 33°44′56.4″N 84°23′16.8″W (33.749, -84.388) |
| Population | 1.070.000 |
| Local time | 2:40 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | October |
| Climate | Continental |
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 84°F (29°C) in Fulton County with clear sky. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 69°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - 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 92°F is 4.5°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. beach day is the strongest bet in Fulton County today at 10/10. 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.
Climate in Fulton County 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 | 50° | 33° | 4,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 60° | 40° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 68° | 47° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 76° | 55° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 80° | 62° | 7,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 88° | 69° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 90° | 73° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 87° | 70° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 83° | 65° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 74° | 55° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 65° | 47° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 56° | 38° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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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 84°F (29°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 44% and wind is 4 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 2:40 PM.
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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 25, 2026 at 2:40 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
