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Weather & Climate in Cataula, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Cataula enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 304 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 51.8 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 645 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.8°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 645 ft (197 m) |
| Area | 6.5 sq mi (16.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 293/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6650°N, 84.8652°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Harris County County |
| Nearest Airport | Auburn University Regional (AUO) 33 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 20.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 23.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 52.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively 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 | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
8 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.5.
| Jan 18, 2000 | 11 km SSE of Gray, Georgia | M3.5 | 134 km | 19 km |
| Feb 17, 1991 | 6 km N of Goldville, Alabama | M2.9 | 100 km | 1 km |
| Apr 15, 2001 | 9 km E of Bon Air, Alabama | M2.6 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Apr 15, 2001 | 12 km SW of Talladega, Alabama | M2.6 | 147 km | 11 km |
| Sep 12, 2022 | 13 km NE of Jackson, Georgia | M2.5 | 123 km | 1 km |
| Oct 6, 2003 | 11 km SW of Talladega, Alabama | M2.5 | 148 km | 0 km |
| Jan 4, 2008 | 14 km N of Hollins, Alabama | M2.5 | 134 km | 0 km |
| Aug 18, 1993 | 2 km NNW of Lakeview Estates, Georgia | M2.5 | 141 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
7 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Helene | Category 4 | 138 mph | 212 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 277 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 110 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 276 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 296 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 166 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 183 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
459 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 66 fatalities, 1,255 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 25, 2021 | EF4 | 72 km | 38.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF4 | 63 km | 68.0 mi | 23 |
| Mar 26, 2023 | EF3 | 40 km | 21.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 12, 2023 | EF3 | 66 km | 31.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF3 | 88 km | 5.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF3 | 54 km | 16.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 2014 | EF3 | 41 km | 11.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 62 km | 21.7 mi | 2 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 63 km | 30.8 mi | 2 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF3 | 88 km | 9.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF3 | 88 km | 43.2 mi | 2 |
| Jan 2, 2006 | EF3 | 66 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 5, 1989 | EF3 | 69 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1981 | EF3 | 68 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Feb 18, 1975 | EF3 | 89 km | 9.7 mi | 2 |
| Jan 26, 1974 | EF3 | 77 km | 21.3 mi | 1 |
| Apr 2, 1970 | EF3 | 74 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 1970 | EF3 | 36 km | 2.0 mi | 2 |
| Dec 25, 1964 | EF3 | 81 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Dec 24, 1964 | EF3 | 93 km | 75.4 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (13,987 acres, 2006).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 13,987 | 81 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 10,827 | 79 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 7,788 | 78 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 6,753 | 83 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,854 | 81 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,600 | 85 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,442 | 96 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 5,397 | 25 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,733 | 96 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 3,429 | 37 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,362 | 72 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,305 | 71 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,210 | 43 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,018 | 92 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,992 | 34 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,754 | 38 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,718 | 71 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,666 | 67 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,501 | 32 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,487 | 42 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 56°F (14°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 4.9 in |
Cataula has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 45°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.9") and October the driest (2.4").