Weather & Climate in Fargo, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fargo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 110 feet.
Temperature
53°F Jan (12°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 69.3°F |
| 28% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 110 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 172/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.6869°N, 82.5714°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Clinch County County |
| Nearest Airport | Valdosta Regional (VLD) 42 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 20.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 97.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 43.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| 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 | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Hurricane History
16 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 | 90 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 118 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 32 km |
| 2020 | Isaias | Category 1 | 75 mph | 280 km |
| 2019 | Dorian | Category 3 | 115 mph | 275 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 202 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 1 | 75 mph | 279 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 3 | 121 mph | 187 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 144 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 1 | 86 mph | 182 km |
| 1999 | Irene | Category 1 | 75 mph | 265 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 81 mph | 294 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 241 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 127 km |
| 1985 | Bob | Category 1 | 75 mph | 199 km |
| 1984 | Diana | Category 1 | 81 mph | 247 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
379 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 8 fatalities, 198 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Dec 2, 2018 | EF3 | 98 km | 7.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 2012 | EF3 | 74 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1988 | EF3 | 85 km | 12.0 mi | 4 |
| Feb 27, 1984 | EF3 | 91 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 18, 1968 | EF3 | 60 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 25, 1960 | EF3 | 54 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1952 | EF3 | 100 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 9, 2024 | EF2 | 79 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Feb 4, 2024 | EF2 | 61 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2023 | EF2 | 98 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 2021 | EF2 | 95 km | 8.2 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 2014 | EF2 | 70 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 2, 2009 | EF2 | 97 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 56 km | 1.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 15, 2007 | EF2 | 35 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 25, 2006 | EF2 | 66 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 5, 2005 | EF2 | 43 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 12, 2004 | EF2 | 78 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 12, 2002 | EF2 | 86 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 2001 | EF2 | 58 km | 3.5 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 | 22 km |
| 2007 | BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX (FLOYDS ISLAND PRAIRIE) | 215,381 | 38 km |
| 2017 | WEST MIMS | 166,737 | 27 km |
| 2011 | HONEY PRAIRIE | 147,065 | 26 km |
| 2011 | CRAVENS HAMMOCK | 142,688 | 27 km |
| 2002 | BLACKJACK BAY COMPLEX | 107,076 | 24 km |
| 1999 | FRIENDLY | 75,089 | 23 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 59,179 | 98 km |
| 2007 | SWEAT FARM ROAD | 52,495 | 49 km |
| 2012 | COUNTY LINE | 35,440 | 23 km |
| 2004 | IMPASSABLE ONE | 29,836 | 33 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 25,845 | 89 km |
| 1998 | OAK | 21,478 | 41 km |
| 1990 | SHORTS | 21,413 | 15 km |
| 2011 | SESSOM COMMUNITY FIRE | 20,916 | 81 km |
| 2011 | GA-19 (SAW FLY RD) | 19,730 | 54 km |
| 2011 | SWEAT FARM AGAIN | 19,698 | 57 km |
| 2011 | DURDIN PRAIRIE | 19,487 | 42 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 18,577 | 40 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 16,594 | 50 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in |
Fargo has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 53°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.0") and November the driest (2.1").