Oglethorpe County Climate
Oglethorpe County, Georgia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
61.8°F
Annual Precip
49.5"
Annual Snowfall
0.5"
Extreme Heat Days
64
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,069
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Oglethorpe County
Climate Verdict
Oglethorpe County has a warm, averaging 61.8°F year-round, moderately wet with 49.5 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 63.6 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.5 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 43.4°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.9°F. The 37°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
Oglethorpe County closely matches the Georgia statewide average temperature of 63.7°F.
Climate Profile
About Oglethorpe County Weather
Warm and Fairly Humid
Oglethorpe County averages 61.8°F annually, keeping it consistently warmer than the national median. The area experiences 49.5 inches of rainfall, slightly less than the state norm.
Temperate Compared to the State
The county stays about two degrees cooler than the Georgia state average of 63.7°F. Its precipitation level of 49.5 inches is just below the statewide 51.4-inch mark.
Higher Heat Exposure Than Neighbors
Oglethorpe is more heat-prone than neighbor Oconee, recording 64 extreme heat days compared to Oconee’s 52. It also sees a trace of snow at 0.5 inches annually.
Hot Summers and Soft Winters
Summers are long with 64 days of 90-degree weather and a July average of 79.9°F. Winters are gentle, averaging 45.3°F with minimal snow accumulation.
Managing a Long Summer Season
Preparing for over two months of extreme heat is the primary climate challenge for local residents. Since only 0.5 inches of snow falls annually, winter weather causes minimal disruption.
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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.