Weather & Climate in Dooling, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Dooling enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 367 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.8°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 367 ft (112 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 80/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2300°N, 83.9289°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Dooly County County |
| Nearest Airport | Middle Georgia Regional (MCN) 36 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 15.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 34.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 15.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| 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 Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
9 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 | 88 km | 19 km |
| Dec 7, 2009 | 4 km WNW of Deepstep, Georgia | M3.2 | 124 km | 7 km |
| Apr 4, 2009 | 15 km N of Milledgeville, Georgia | M3.1 | 129 km | 0 km |
| Apr 6, 2017 | 6 km WSW of Sparta, Georgia | M2.7 | 142 km | 11 km |
| Jul 4, 2012 | 11 km NNE of Deepstep, Georgia | M2.7 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Sep 12, 2022 | 13 km NE of Jackson, Georgia | M2.5 | 128 km | 1 km |
| Apr 6, 2017 | 6 km WSW of Sparta, Georgia | M2.5 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Mar 4, 1996 | 9 km SW of Soperton, Georgia | M2.5 | 119 km | 1 km |
| May 17, 1997 | 9 km SW of Soperton, Georgia | M2.5 | 119 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
8 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 | 119 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 264 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 183 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 15 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 215 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 291 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 242 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 91 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
488 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 56 fatalities, 943 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 30, 1953 | EF4 | 51 km | 1.0 mi | 18 |
| Apr 5, 2022 | EF3 | 47 km | 3.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF3 | 90 km | 5.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF3 | 79 km | 16.6 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 97 km | 70.4 mi | 5 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 93 km | 30.8 mi | 2 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF3 | 55 km | 9.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF3 | 68 km | 43.2 mi | 2 |
| Apr 15, 1999 | EF3 | 20 km | 14.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 18, 1975 | EF3 | 36 km | 9.7 mi | 2 |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF3 | 84 km | 13.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF3 | 24 km | 13.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 11, 1968 | EF3 | 98 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 25, 1964 | EF3 | 55 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Mar 31, 1961 | EF3 | 19 km | 1.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 8, 1957 | EF3 | 91 km | 14.7 mi | 1 |
| Mar 13, 1954 | EF3 | 53 km | 49.5 mi | 5 |
| Apr 30, 1953 | EF3 | 75 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 3, 1952 | EF3 | 68 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 5, 2022 | EF2 | 6 km | 5.8 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (5,397 acres, 2004).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 5,397 | 80 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 3,429 | 88 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,210 | 88 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,992 | 73 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,754 | 96 km |
| 2010 | COMPT 2 | 2,505 | 95 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,501 | 80 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,487 | 91 km |
| 2018 | COMPARTMENT 4 5 6 7 8 | 2,386 | 94 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,201 | 78 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,198 | 75 km |
| 2009 | 30 | 2,195 | 92 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,027 | 85 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 1,998 | 83 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 1,947 | 83 km |
| 2016 | GAPDR FY16 RX 31A 31B 31C | 1,795 | 95 km |
| 2002 | COMP 24 | 1,694 | 97 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 1,660 | 97 km |
| 2002 | COMP 16 E | 1,644 | 99 km |
| 2004 | 24 RX BURN | 1,627 | 96 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in |
Dooling has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 48°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.3") and October the driest (2.9").