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Weather & Climate in Fort Gaines, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fort Gaines enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.
Temperature
49°F Jan (9°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.7°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Area | 7.7 sq mi (19.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 244/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.6259°N, 85.0587°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Henry County County |
| Nearest Airport | Dothan Regional (DHN) 31 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 42.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 93.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 46.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| 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 Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Hurricane History
13 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 | 171 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 249 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 229 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 241 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 55 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 179 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 4 | 127 mph | 232 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 3 | 121 mph | 252 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 2 | 92 mph | 180 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 127 mph | 146 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 244 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 260 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 111 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
550 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 86 fatalities, 1,290 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF4 | 100 km | 68.0 mi | 23 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF4 | 90 km | 10.3 mi | 9 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 71 km | 70.4 mi | 5 |
| Apr 29, 2014 | EF3 | 95 km | 11.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF3 | 58 km | 43.2 mi | 2 |
| Mar 22, 2005 | EF3 | 65 km | 18.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 20, 2003 | EF3 | 90 km | 25.0 mi | 6 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 90 km | 9.2 mi | 11 |
| Nov 25, 1986 | EF3 | 87 km | 44.0 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 1983 | EF3 | 87 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1981 | EF3 | 77 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 78 km | 11.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1974 | EF3 | 93 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 30, 1973 | EF3 | 59 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 41 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 87 km | 11.6 mi | 0 |
| Jan 13, 1972 | EF3 | 33 km | 16.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF3 | 44 km | 13.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 1971 | EF3 | 73 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 1971 | EF3 | 87 km | 23.8 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (13,987 acres, 2006).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 13,987 | 79 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 10,827 | 73 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 7,788 | 73 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 6,753 | 60 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,854 | 79 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,600 | 60 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,442 | 72 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 5,397 | 99 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,750 | 88 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,733 | 70 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,694 | 78 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 3,508 | 88 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 3,429 | 81 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,424 | 88 km |
| 1997 | UNNAMED | 3,423 | 88 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,362 | 81 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,305 | 64 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,210 | 75 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 3,062 | 88 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,018 | 98 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 4.9 in |
Fort Gaines has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 49°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.9") and October the driest (2.4").