Whitfield County Climate

Whitfield County, Georgia

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec60.9°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

60.9°F

Annual Precip

Annual Snowfall

Extreme Heat Days

37.8

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

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Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring53°68°0.0"Summer76°79°0.0"Fall51°73°0.0"Winter41°45°0.0"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 71% of US counties

Data pending

More seasonal variation than 24% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Whitfield County Weather

Mild Temperatures in North Georgia

Whitfield County features an annual average temperature of 60.9°F, which is slightly above the national median. The climate is mild, avoiding the most extreme heat of the deep South.

Cooler Than the Georgia Average

The county's 60.9°F average is about 3 degrees cooler than the Georgia state average of 63.7°F. Its location in the northern part of the state provides a more moderate climate than the coastal plains.

Warmer than the High Mountains

While cooler than the state average, Whitfield is warmer than White County, which sits at 57.0°F. It occupies a middle ground between the high mountains and the central Piedmont.

Moderate Seasonal Shifts

Summer brings 38 days of extreme heat with a July average of 79.1°F. Winters are cool but not freezing, with a December through February average of 43.1°F.

Plan for Humid Summers

Expect roughly five weeks of days over 90°F, requiring reliable air conditioning. The 41.0°F January average suggests a need for standard winter heating without the extreme cold found further north.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Whitfield County?
The average annual temperature in Whitfield County, GA is 60.9°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How hot does Whitfield County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Whitfield County is 78.0°F. The county experiences an average of 37.8 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Whitfield County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Whitfield County is 43.1°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 41.0°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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