Weather & Climate in Hephzibah, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hephzibah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 51. 49% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 369 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (9°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.4°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 369 ft (112 m) |
| Area | 19.4 sq mi (50.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 189/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2923°N, 82.0957°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Richmond County County |
| Nearest Airport | Augusta Regional At Bush Field (AGS) 9 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 51.0 |
| Rating | Moderate |
| Good Days % | 49.2% |
| Unhealthy Days | 1 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 87.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 61.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 50.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
37 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.1.
| Feb 15, 2014 | 12 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina | M4.1 | 58 km | 5 km |
| Jun 18, 2022 | 7 km E of Stillmore, Georgia | M3.9 | 94 km | 1 km |
| Jul 13, 2003 | 6 km N of Cobbtown, Georgia | M3.6 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 2000 | 11 km SSE of Gray, Georgia | M3.5 | 134 km | 19 km |
| Mar 18, 2003 | 11 km S of Rayle, Georgia | M3.5 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Jan 3, 1992 | 4 km ENE of Willington, South Carolina | M3.4 | 82 km | 3 km |
| Dec 7, 2009 | 4 km WNW of Deepstep, Georgia | M3.2 | 90 km | 7 km |
| Aug 8, 1993 | 12 km ENE of Aiken, South Carolina | M3.2 | 58 km | 9 km |
| Jun 20, 2017 | 6 km SW of Augusta, Georgia | M3.2 | 17 km | 13 km |
| Apr 4, 2009 | 15 km N of Milledgeville, Georgia | M3.1 | 103 km | 0 km |
| Aug 23, 2025 | 3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina | M3.0 | 111 km | 2 km |
| Feb 16, 2014 | 13 km WNW of Edgefield, South Carolina | M3.0 | 60 km | 7 km |
| Feb 18, 2005 | 7 km ENE of Irmo, South Carolina | M2.9 | 129 km | 1 km |
| Aug 23, 2025 | 3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina | M2.9 | 111 km | 7 km |
| Sep 18, 1996 | 6 km E of Clarks Hill, South Carolina | M2.8 | 43 km | 14 km |
| Apr 26, 2013 | 9 km E of Lincolnton, Georgia | M2.8 | 60 km | 12 km |
| Apr 6, 2017 | 6 km WSW of Sparta, Georgia | M2.7 | 88 km | 11 km |
| Sep 2, 2001 | 10 km SW of Plum Branch, South Carolina | M2.7 | 61 km | 21 km |
| Jul 5, 2025 | 11 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina | M2.7 | 59 km | 4 km |
| Apr 23, 1993 | 14 km E of Mount Zion, Georgia | M2.7 | 71 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
12 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Helene | Category 2 | 109 mph | 249 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 1 | - | 274 km |
| 2022 | Ian | Category 1 | 86 mph | 269 km |
| 2020 | Isaias | Category 1 | 92 mph | 285 km |
| 2019 | Dorian | Category 3 | 115 mph | 297 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 3 | 92 mph | 215 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 2 | 109 mph | 200 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 1 | 81 mph | 250 km |
| 2004 | Gaston | Category 1 | 75 mph | 235 km |
| 1989 | Hugo | Category 4 | 138 mph | 168 km |
| 1985 | Bob | Category 1 | 75 mph | 192 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 1 | 75 mph | 239 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
327 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 26 fatalities, 349 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF4 | 100 km | 23.7 mi | 5 |
| Dec 13, 1973 | EF4 | 99 km | 1.0 mi | 2 |
| Mar 31, 1973 | EF4 | 98 km | 22.6 mi | 7 |
| Apr 5, 2022 | EF3 | 78 km | 13.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 5, 2022 | EF3 | 84 km | 34.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF3 | 51 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF3 | 77 km | 5.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF3 | 36 km | 37.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF3 | 65 km | 35.7 mi | 2 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF3 | 75 km | 1.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 2009 | EF3 | 26 km | 14.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 2009 | EF3 | 21 km | 26.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 2009 | EF3 | 25 km | 17.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 2009 | EF3 | 78 km | 6.8 mi | 0 |
| Feb 18, 2009 | EF3 | 83 km | 19.7 mi | 0 |
| Feb 18, 2009 | EF3 | 74 km | 10.4 mi | 1 |
| May 7, 1998 | EF3 | 66 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1998 | EF3 | 42 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 22, 1992 | EF3 | 56 km | 67.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 1983 | EF3 | 62 km | 33.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (8,427 acres, 2009).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 8,427 | 47 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 3,897 | 53 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 3,772 | 53 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 3,165 | 78 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 2,968 | 47 km |
| 2021 | C-326/327 LC | 2,852 | 38 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 2,796 | 56 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 2,711 | 56 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,654 | 63 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 2,532 | 52 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 2,407 | 38 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 2,330 | 56 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 2,262 | 53 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 2,228 | 52 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 2,216 | 38 km |
| 2020 | C-56 RX BURN | 2,183 | 55 km |
| 2018 | C- 80 RX BURN | 2,173 | 55 km |
| 2020 | C-249 LC | 2,084 | 80 km |
| 2022 | C-297 LC | 2,060 | 55 km |
| 2020 | C-250 LC | 1,887 | 77 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 4.6 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 3.9 in |
Hephzibah has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 47°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and October the driest (2.6").