Fayette County Climate
Fayette County, Georgia
Avg Annual Temp
63.2°F
Annual Precip
49.3"
Annual Snowfall
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Extreme Heat Days
50.7
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Fayette County Weather
A Classic Southern Climate
Fayette County’s 63.2°F annual average is a textbook example of the humid subtropical climate found in the American South. This temperature sits well above the national median.
Aligning With the State Norm
Fayette's average temperature nearly mirrors the Georgia state average of 63.7°F. Its rainfall of 49.3 inches also falls close to the state average of 51.4 inches.
Warmer Than Northern DeKalb
Fayette is nearly two degrees warmer than neighboring DeKalb County on average. It experiences 51 days of extreme heat, making it slightly warmer than the Atlanta metro core.
Hot Summers and Brisk Winters
July is warm with an average of 80.8°F, contributing to 51 days of temperatures over 90°F. January is noticeably cooler, averaging 44.9°F, which provides a clear seasonal transition.
Equip for Seasonal Extremes
Moderate heating is required for the 46.9°F winter average, while AC is essential for the 51 extreme heat days. Residents should plan for a balanced utility budget to cover both needs.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.