Weather & Climate in Climax, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Climax enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 284 feet.
Temperature
51°F Jan (10°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 67.2°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 284 ft (87 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 288/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.8757°N, 84.4312°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Decatur County County |
| Nearest Airport | Thomasville Regional (TVI) 33 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 75.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 89.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 12.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Hurricane History
12 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 | 89 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 147 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 132 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 1 | 86 mph | 284 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 47 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 76 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 4 | 138 mph | 261 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 2 | 92 mph | 149 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 226 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 214 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 214 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 109 mph | 9 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
498 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 67 fatalities, 853 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF3 | 52 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 63 km | 70.4 mi | 5 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 82 km | 24.7 mi | 11 |
| Feb 19, 2009 | EF3 | 61 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 22, 2005 | EF3 | 51 km | 18.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 20, 2003 | EF3 | 37 km | 25.0 mi | 6 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 27 km | 15.0 mi | 7 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 36 km | 9.2 mi | 11 |
| Dec 28, 1968 | EF3 | 24 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 11, 1968 | EF3 | 71 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2024 | EF2 | 42 km | 24.2 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2024 | EF2 | 49 km | 24.8 mi | 2 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 78 km | 16.3 mi | 0 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 63 km | 21.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 2023 | EF2 | 73 km | 18.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2023 | EF2 | 66 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2023 | EF2 | 99 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | EF2 | 66 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 15, 2021 | EF2 | 54 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 2020 | EF2 | 73 km | 8.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: EAST FORK (26,251 acres, 2004).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2004 | EAST FORK | 26,251 | 79 km |
| 2021 | BU 360 361 362 363 | 24,747 | 79 km |
| 1998 | HOLIDAY | 24,666 | 79 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 24,574 | 79 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 18,704 | 85 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 11,747 | 68 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 11,539 | 94 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 11,445 | 91 km |
| 2021 | BU 83/84/85 | 10,582 | 98 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 10,261 | 76 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 10,132 | 97 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 10,098 | 40 km |
| 2008 | GUM BAY | 9,965 | 93 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 9,352 | 66 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 9,252 | 83 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 9,117 | 40 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 8,688 | 98 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 8,424 | 85 km |
| 2014 | BURN UNIT 057 | 8,381 | 92 km |
| 1999 | COW HOUSE | 8,301 | 70 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 4.6 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in |
Climax has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 51°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.1") and May the driest (2.6").