Rabun County Climate
Rabun County, Georgia
Avg Annual Temp
55.5°F
Annual Precip
71.1"
Annual Snowfall
2.4"
Extreme Heat Days
6.25
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Rabun County Weather
A Temperate Climate Near National Median
Rabun County’s annual average temperature of 55.5°F is very close to the national median. This distinguishes it from the rest of the hot, humid Southeast and provides a much cooler living environment.
The Coolest Corner of Georgia
Averages in Rabun County are a full 8.2 degrees cooler than the Georgia state average of 63.7°F. It is one of the few places in the state where mountain air significantly suppresses summer heat.
State Leader in Annual Precipitation
Rabun County receives a massive 71.1 inches of rain per year, far exceeding the state average of 51.4 inches. It only sees 6 days of extreme heat annually, the lowest in this group.
Wet Summers and Snowy Winter Peaks
Winters are the coldest in the region with a January average of 37.9°F and 2.4 inches of snow. Summers are exceptionally mild, averaging just 70.8°F from June through August.
Heavy Waterproofing and Winter Prep
The 71.1 inches of rain make heavy-duty waterproof gear and gutter maintenance essential. Residents also need reliable heating systems to manage the colder 39.8°F winter average.
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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.