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Weather & Climate in Alapaha, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Alapaha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. The city sits at an elevation of 291 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.9°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 291 ft (89 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 536/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3831°N, 83.2237°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Berrien County County |
| Nearest Airport | Valdosta Regional (VLD) 42 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 39.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 80.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 19.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
3 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Jul 13, 2003 | 6 km N of Cobbtown, Georgia | M3.6 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Mar 4, 1996 | 9 km SW of Soperton, Georgia | M2.5 | 116 km | 1 km |
| May 17, 1997 | 9 km SW of Soperton, Georgia | M2.5 | 116 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
11 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 5.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Helene | Category 4 | 138 mph | 12 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 166 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 67 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 102 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 3 | 121 mph | 250 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 141 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 1 | 86 mph | 272 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 276 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 293 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 29 km |
| 1985 | Bob | Category 1 | 75 mph | 259 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
430 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 23 fatalities, 345 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 55 km | 24.7 mi | 11 |
| Mar 3, 2012 | EF3 | 42 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 19, 2009 | EF3 | 83 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 18, 1968 | EF3 | 91 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 11, 1968 | EF3 | 67 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1957 | EF3 | 54 km | 14.7 mi | 1 |
| May 11, 1952 | EF3 | 3 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Feb 4, 2024 | EF2 | 68 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2023 | EF2 | 34 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | EF2 | 69 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 2021 | EF2 | 22 km | 8.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 2020 | EF2 | 74 km | 8.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 17, 2019 | EF2 | 29 km | 20.3 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF2 | 90 km | 18.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 2014 | EF2 | 63 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 2, 2009 | EF2 | 94 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 2007 | EF2 | 90 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF2 | 64 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF2 | 53 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 5, 2005 | EF2 | 57 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX (FLOYDS ISLAND PRAIRIE) (215,381 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX (FLOYDS ISLAND PRAIRIE) | 215,381 | 100 km |
| 2007 | SWEAT FARM ROAD | 52,495 | 82 km |
| 2011 | SESSOM COMMUNITY FIRE | 20,916 | 68 km |
| 2011 | SWEAT FARM AGAIN | 19,698 | 70 km |
| 1999 | HICKORY IS | 14,656 | 99 km |
| 2002 | BAY CREEK | 11,917 | 95 km |
| 2011 | ARABIA BAY | 10,971 | 48 km |
| 2001 | CRAVENS IS | 6,412 | 99 km |
| 2007 | ROUNDABOUT SWAMP FIRE | 5,791 | 29 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 5,216 | 45 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 3,202 | 100 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 3,116 | 28 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 2,989 | 94 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 2,881 | 58 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 2,815 | 86 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,770 | 91 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 2,738 | 43 km |
| 1986 | UNNAMED | 2,416 | 70 km |
| 2012 | 1300 RX BURN | 2,378 | 90 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 2,361 | 97 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in |
Alapaha has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 48°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.3") and October the driest (2.3").