Weather in Atlanta
What's the weather like in Atlanta?
Atlanta has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and heavy rainfall, especially in the wet season. Average daytime highs range from 11°C (52°F) in January to 31°C (87°F) in July, with overnight lows around 2°C (35°F) and 22°C (71°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Atlanta are April through May, and September through October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/New_York
- Coordinates
- 33.749, -84.388
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C / 52°F | 2°C / 35°F | 113 mm | 13 | — |
| February | 15°C / 58°F | 5°C / 40°F | 151 mm | 17 | — |
| March | 18°C / 64°F | 7°C / 45°F | 119 mm | 15 | — |
| April | 22°C / 71°F | 11°C / 51°F | 125 mm | 16 | — |
| May | 26°C / 80°F | 16°C / 60°F | 114 mm | 17 | — |
| June | 29°C / 85°F | 20°C / 68°F | 123 mm | 22 | — |
| July | 31°C / 87°F | 22°C / 71°F | 165 mm | 24 | — |
| August | 30°C / 86°F | 21°C / 70°F | 146 mm | 24 | — |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 19°C / 65°F | 113 mm | 16 | — |
| October | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 55°F | 103 mm | 12 | — |
| November | 17°C / 62°F | 7°C / 44°F | 98 mm | 12 | — |
| December | 13°C / 56°F | 5°C / 41°F | 144 mm | 14 | — |
Atlanta by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Atlanta?
The most comfortable months in Atlanta are usually March, April, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Atlanta?
July is typically the hottest month in Atlanta, averaging a high of 31°C (87°F).
What is the coldest month in Atlanta?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 2°C (35°F).
Does it snow in Atlanta?
Snow is rare in Atlanta; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
Live forecast, sunrise/sunset, and more.