Weather in Augusta, Georgia
Roses open on the Piedmont edge. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Overcast—87°54°
- SundayMay 17Foggy—92°65°
- MondayMay 18Overcast—92°68°
- TuesdayMay 19Overcast—91°63°
- WednesdayMay 20Overcast19%92°65°
- ThursdayMay 21Drizzle51%95°67°
- FridayMay 22Overcast65%91°67°
- PM 2.5
- 10.7 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 14.4 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 2.4 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 89.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 10:40 AM
- Moonset
- 12:44 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open on the Piedmont edge
Augusta at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 8°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: March 7 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Peak growing season
As of May 17, the growing season is at its peak — frost is months away. Continue succession-planting beans and summer squash. Start fall brassicas (broccoli, cabbage, kale) from seed indoors for transplanting in late summer.
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | — | — |
| March | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| April | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | — |
| May | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
July brings Augusta's peak heat with temperatures averaging around 83°F, while January delivers the year's coldest conditions at roughly 47°F. Rain follows a different pattern — June sees the heaviest downpours at 4.8 inches, while October marks the driest period with just 2.6 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47° | 3.8″ | 7 |
| February | 51° | 3.7″ | 6 |
| March | 58° | 4.1″ | 6 |
| April | 65° | 2.9″ | 5 |
| May | 73° | 3.0″ | 5 |
| June | 80° | 4.8″ | 7 |
| July | 83° | 4.5″ | 7 |
| August | 82° | 4.6″ | 7 |
| September | 76° | 3.6″ | 5 |
| October | 66° | 2.6″ | 4 |
| November | 56° | 2.7″ | 4 |
| December | 49° | 3.9″ | 6 |
Regional context
Augusta belongs to the humid subtropical climate region, sharing similar temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions with other cities in this climate zone.
Similar climates: Atlanta, GA, Savannah, GA, Columbus, GA, Gainesville, GA, Macon, GA.
Naturalist notes
By late April, dogwood trees across Augusta unfurl their distinctive white bracts, marking one of the region's most reliable spring phenology events.
Red-winged blackbirds return to Augusta's wetlands and marsh edges in early March, their territorial calls signaling winter's end.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Augusta?
- Augusta typically sees its last spring frost around mid-March, while the first fall frost usually arrives around mid-December.
- What is the rainy season in Augusta?
- June stands as the wettest month, delivering about 4.8 inches of rain on average, while Augusta's annual total reaches roughly 44 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Augusta?
- July typically records the year's highest temperatures, averaging about 83°F.
- What is the coldest month in Augusta?
- January usually brings the coldest conditions, averaging about 47°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Augusta?
- Cool-season crops like peas and lettuce can go in the ground around the last spring frost in mid-March, but warm-season varieties such as tomatoes and peppers should wait 1–2 weeks after that date.
- How many rainy days does Augusta get?
- Augusta records about 68 rainy days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is Augusta?
- Augusta's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; the USDA's online lookup tool can provide the current zone designation using the city ZIP code.
Climate
Augusta, Georgia experiences a humid subtropical climate zone. January temperatures typically hover near 47°F while July averages 83°F, creating a 35°F seasonal swing.
Throughout the year, Augusta collects about 44 inches of precipitation distributed across roughly 68 rainy days.
Several factors determine Augusta's seasonal rhythm: its latitude at 33.4°N, proximity to large water bodies, and elevation. These elements influence local vegetation, frost timing, and daily weather patterns.