Laurens County Climate

Laurens County, Georgia

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec64.9°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

64.9°F

Annual Precip

47.3"

Annual Snowfall

0.0"

Extreme Heat Days

83.4

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
4.4"
4.1"
4.6"
2.8"
2.6"
5.3"
4.5"
4.8"
3.6"
3.1"
3.1"
4.4"
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring57°73°9.9"Summer79°83°14.6"Fall55°76°9.8"Winter47°50°12.9"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 83% of US counties
Wetter than 64% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 16% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Laurens County Weather

High Heat National Baseline

Laurens County stays warm with a 64.9°F annual average temperature, exceeding the national median. It is a quintessential Southern climate with long periods of warmth.

Exceeding the State Norm

The 64.9°F average is higher than Georgia's state average of 63.7°F. Laurens consistently ranks among the warmer counties in the central part of the state.

Drier Than Nearby Houston

Laurens receives 47.3 inches of rain, significantly less than Houston County's 51.8 inches. It experiences the same 83 extreme heat days as Jeff Davis County to the south.

The Peak of Summer

July is particularly hot with an average of 82.5°F, leading to 83 days of 90-degree weather. Winters are mild at 48.5°F, and the county typically sees no snowfall at all.

Plan for Dry Heat

With 83 days of extreme heat and lower-than-average rain, irrigation may be necessary for gardens. Ensure your cooling systems are serviced before the intense July peak hits 82.5°F.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Laurens County?
The average annual temperature in Laurens County, GA is 64.9°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Laurens County get?
Laurens County receives an average of 47.3 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Laurens County?
Laurens County receives little to no measurable snowfall in a typical year, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
How hot does Laurens County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Laurens County is 81.0°F. The county experiences an average of 83.4 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Laurens County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Laurens County is 48.5°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 46.7°F.

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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.

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