Lowndes County Climate
Lowndes County, Georgia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
67.2°F
Annual Precip
48.4"
Annual Snowfall
—
Extreme Heat Days
92
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
9a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
6,536
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Lowndes County
Climate Verdict
Lowndes County has a warm, averaging 67.2°F year-round, moderately wet with 48.4 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 91.85 days annually above 90°F. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 51.0°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.2°F. The 30°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Summer outdoor activities should be planned for early morning or evening to avoid extreme heat.
Regional Context
Lowndes County is 3.5°F warmer than the Georgia statewide average of 63.7°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Georgia, the county experiences 26.870054200541986 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Lowndes County Weather
Deep South heat and sunshine
Lowndes averages 67.2°F, placing it in the upper tier of warm climates nationally. This South Georgia hub experiences a much longer growing season than most of the country.
Among Georgia's warmest counties
At 67.2°F, the county is nearly four degrees warmer than the Georgia state average of 63.7°F. It is one of the consistently warmest counties along the Florida border.
Drier than the coastal plains
Lowndes receives 48.4 inches of rain, which is drier than Liberty’s 51.0 inches to the east. It shares a similar heat profile with its neighboring deep-south counties.
Three months of extreme heat
The county endures 92 extreme heat days over 90°F, peaking with a July average of 81.2°F. Winters are comfortable, averaging 53.0°F with no recorded snowfall data available.
Cooling is the priority
Prepare for sustained summer humidity and 92 days of extreme heat with high-capacity cooling systems. Outdoor activities are best scheduled for the mild 53.0°F winter months.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.