Houston County Climate
Houston County, Georgia
Avg Annual Temp
65.0°F
Annual Precip
51.8"
Annual Snowfall
0.0"
Extreme Heat Days
75.6
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Houston County Weather
Warmer Than the National Average
Houston County maintains a warm annual average temperature of 65.0°F. This far exceeds the national median, characterizing its humid subtropical climate where heat is the standard.
Above the Georgia State Average
At 65.0°F, the county sits above the Georgia state average of 63.7°F. Its central location keeps it consistently warmer than many of its northern peers.
Wetter and Warmer Than Neighbors
Houston receives 51.8 inches of annual precipitation, which is higher than neighboring Laurens County at 47.3 inches. It shares a similar thermal profile with Laurens but experiences more frequent rainfall.
Long Summers and Snowless Winters
Residents face 76 extreme heat days annually where temperatures top 90°F. Winters remain mild with an average of 48.9°F and exactly zero inches of recorded snowfall.
Budget for Cooling and Rain
High-efficiency HVAC systems are essential for the 76 days of extreme summer heat. Given the 51.8 inches of rain, residents should also prioritize gutter maintenance and moisture control.
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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.