Tift County Climate

Tift County, Georgia

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec64.9°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

64.9°F

Annual Precip

48.2"

Annual Snowfall

0.0"

Extreme Heat Days

74.1

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
4.1"
4.4"
4.8"
3.3"
2.7"
5.0"
5.2"
4.5"
4.3"
2.8"
3.2"
4.2"
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring57°72°10.7"Summer78°80°14.6"Fall57°76°10.3"Winter48°52°12.7"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 83% of US counties
Wetter than 67% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 9% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Tift County Weather

Consistently warmer than the national average

Tift County averages 64.9°F annually, placing it well above the national median temperature. This subtropical climate supports a long growing season with absolutely no annual snowfall recorded.

Surpassing the Georgia state temperature average

The county is warmer than the Georgia state average of 63.7°F. It records 48.2 inches of rain, making it slightly drier than the statewide average of 51.4 inches.

Intense heat shared with southern neighbors

Tift is slightly cooler than neighboring Turner County, which averages 65.6°F. However, both counties face an intense heat profile with exactly 74 extreme heat days per year.

Long summers and mild, snowless winters

Summers are intense with July temperatures averaging 80.1°F and 74 days topping 90°F. Winters remain very mild with a January average of 47.6°F and zero inches of snow.

Beat the heat during Tift summers

High-efficiency HVAC is a necessity to handle the 74 days of extreme heat each year. Outdoor activities are possible year-round, but hydration is critical during the 79.1°F summer months.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Tift County?
The average annual temperature in Tift County, GA is 64.9°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Tift County get?
Tift County receives an average of 48.2 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 Tift County?
Tift County receives little to no measurable snowfall in a typical year, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
How hot does Tift County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Tift County is 79.1°F. The county experiences an average of 74.1 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Tift County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Tift County is 50.2°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 47.6°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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