Murray County Climate
Murray County, Georgia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
60.0°F
Annual Precip
57.5"
Annual Snowfall
—
Extreme Heat Days
48
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,714
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Murray County
Climate Verdict
Murray County has a warm, averaging 60.0°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 57.5 inches of precipitation annually, occasional hot days — 48.4 per year above 90°F. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 40.5°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.5°F. The 38°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Murray County is 3.7°F cooler than the Georgia statewide average of 63.7°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 6.2 inches more precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 16.57994579945801 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Murray County Weather
Temperate and Exceptionally Wet
Murray County’s annual average of 60.0°F is warmer than the national median but cooler than much of the Deep South. The region receives a high 57.5 inches of precipitation annually.
Cooler and Wetter Than Most
The county is significantly cooler than the Georgia state average of 63.7°F. It also records 57.5 inches of rain, which is over six inches more than the state average.
High Rainfall Near the Highlands
Murray is wetter than many of its neighbors, exceeding the state’s 51.4-inch precipitation baseline by a wide margin. Its summer average of 77.1°F makes it a cooler refuge compared to southern Georgia.
Moderate Heat and Brisk Winters
The county experiences 48 extreme heat days annually, with July temperatures averaging a moderate 78.5°F. Winters are noticeably crisper than the state average, dropping to a 42.6°F mean.
Managing High Annual Rainfall
Frequent rain requires robust roofing and landscape drainage to handle 57.5 inches of annual precipitation. Residents should prepare for 48 days of 90-degree heat while enjoying milder summer nights than southern peers.
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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.