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Weather & Climate in Echols County consolidated government, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Echols County consolidated government enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 306 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 52.6 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 161 feet.
Temperature
51°F Jan (10°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 66.3°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 420.4 sq mi (1,088.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.7140°N, 82.8974°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Echols County County |
| Nearest Airport | Valdosta Regional (VLD) 23 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 0.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 1.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Hurricane History
15 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 | 58 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 103 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 23 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 176 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 1 | 75 mph | 288 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 3 | 121 mph | 218 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 115 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 1 | 86 mph | 212 km |
| 1999 | Irene | Category 1 | 75 mph | 296 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 277 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 81 mph | 275 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 230 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 105 km |
| 1985 | Bob | Category 1 | 75 mph | 231 km |
| 1984 | Diana | Category 1 | 75 mph | 278 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
331 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 18 fatalities, 194 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 73 km | 24.7 mi | 11 |
| Mar 3, 2012 | EF3 | 47 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 19, 2009 | EF3 | 87 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1988 | EF3 | 58 km | 12.0 mi | 4 |
| Feb 27, 1984 | EF3 | 78 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 18, 1968 | EF3 | 76 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 25, 1960 | EF3 | 63 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1952 | EF3 | 80 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Feb 4, 2024 | EF2 | 30 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2023 | EF2 | 71 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 2021 | EF2 | 83 km | 8.2 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 2014 | EF2 | 39 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 63 km | 1.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 15, 2007 | EF2 | 65 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 25, 2006 | EF2 | 81 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 5, 2005 | EF2 | 29 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 12, 2002 | EF2 | 71 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 2001 | EF2 | 42 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 14, 2000 | EF2 | 97 km | 6.0 mi | 1 |
| Sep 29, 1998 | EF2 | 50 km | 2.0 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 (328,827 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX | 328,827 | 52 km |
| 2007 | BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX (FLOYDS ISLAND PRAIRIE) | 215,381 | 61 km |
| 2017 | WEST MIMS | 166,737 | 58 km |
| 2011 | HONEY PRAIRIE | 147,065 | 57 km |
| 2011 | CRAVENS HAMMOCK | 142,688 | 56 km |
| 2002 | BLACKJACK BAY COMPLEX | 107,076 | 56 km |
| 1999 | FRIENDLY | 75,089 | 52 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 59,179 | 90 km |
| 2007 | SWEAT FARM ROAD | 52,495 | 63 km |
| 2012 | COUNTY LINE | 35,440 | 48 km |
| 2004 | IMPASSABLE ONE | 29,836 | 58 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 25,845 | 65 km |
| 1998 | OAK | 21,478 | 58 km |
| 1990 | SHORTS | 21,413 | 46 km |
| 2011 | SESSOM COMMUNITY FIRE | 20,916 | 86 km |
| 2011 | GA-19 (SAW FLY RD) | 19,730 | 78 km |
| 2011 | SWEAT FARM AGAIN | 19,698 | 64 km |
| 2011 | DURDIN PRAIRIE | 19,487 | 70 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 18,577 | 56 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 16,594 | 80 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in |
Echols County consolidated government has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 51°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (2.1").