Best Time to Visit Georgia
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Georgia.
Georgia does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around July (27.4°C / 81.3°F) and January (45.7 mm / 1.8 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers September–March, while the wetter half runs through April–August. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 0.1°C / 32.2°F in January to 27.4°C / 81.3°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 45.7 mm / 1.8 in (January) to 139.7 mm / 5.5 in (May). Georgia's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Georgia can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 25.9°C78.6°F | 83.8 mm3.3″ | — |
| July | 27.4°C81.3°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| September | 21°C69.8°F | 71.1 mm2.8″ | — |
No month in Georgia fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Georgia?
Georgia doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on January (driest, ~45.7 mm / 1.8 in) and July (warmest, 27.4°C / 81.3°F). Regional variation within Georgia can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Georgia?
The rainy season in Georgia runs through April–August, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 79 mm / 3.1 in. The wettest single month is May, averaging 139.7 mm / 5.5 in.
What is the dry season in Georgia?
The drier half of the year in Georgia covers September–March, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 79 mm / 3.1 in. The driest single month is January with about 45.7 mm / 1.8 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Georgia?
The least comfortable months for travel in Georgia — based on our climate data — are January, February, April, May, June, July, November, December. These are Georgia's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 139.7 mm / 5.5 in in May, and temperatures bottom out at 0.1°C / 32.2°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Georgia?
Shoulder-season months in Georgia — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include April, October. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.