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Weather & Climate in LaGrange, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
LaGrange enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 323 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 745 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.9°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 745 ft (227 m) |
| Area | 40.2 sq mi (104.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 744/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0270°N, 85.0383°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Troup County County |
| Nearest Airport | Auburn University Regional (AUO) 37 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 59.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 65.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 45.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
11 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 | 147 km | 19 km |
| Mar 28, 1991 | 5 km NNW of Westover, Alabama | M2.9 | 147 km | 28 km |
| Feb 17, 1991 | 6 km N of Goldville, Alabama | M2.9 | 70 km | 1 km |
| Apr 15, 2001 | 9 km E of Bon Air, Alabama | M2.6 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Apr 15, 2001 | 12 km SW of Talladega, Alabama | M2.6 | 115 km | 11 km |
| Sep 12, 2022 | 13 km NE of Jackson, Georgia | M2.5 | 116 km | 1 km |
| Mar 17, 2009 | 5 km W of Ragland, Alabama | M2.5 | 135 km | 8 km |
| Oct 6, 2003 | 11 km SW of Talladega, Alabama | M2.5 | 116 km | 0 km |
| Jan 4, 2008 | 14 km N of Hollins, Alabama | M2.5 | 104 km | 0 km |
| May 11, 1998 | 2 km SSE of Glencoe, Alabama | M2.5 | 130 km | 2 km |
| Aug 18, 1993 | 2 km NNW of Lakeview Estates, Georgia | M2.5 | 121 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
4 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Helene | Category 2 | 109 mph | 252 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 3 | 92 mph | 148 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 1 | 92 mph | 171 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 1 | 75 mph | 223 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
525 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 72 fatalities, 1,578 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 25, 2021 | EF4 | 29 km | 38.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF4 | 77 km | 68.0 mi | 23 |
| May 1, 1953 | EF4 | 86 km | 12.1 mi | 7 |
| Mar 26, 2023 | EF3 | 20 km | 21.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 12, 2023 | EF3 | 54 km | 31.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF3 | 69 km | 16.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF3 | 94 km | 5.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 2014 | EF3 | 65 km | 11.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 2012 | EF3 | 97 km | 29.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 45 km | 21.7 mi | 2 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 67 km | 30.8 mi | 2 |
| Feb 26, 2008 | EF3 | 64 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Jan 2, 2006 | EF3 | 57 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 1991 | EF3 | 96 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 5, 1989 | EF3 | 34 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 3, 1983 | EF3 | 96 km | 4.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 1, 1981 | EF3 | 93 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Mar 24, 1975 | EF3 | 95 km | 14.8 mi | 3 |
| Jan 26, 1974 | EF3 | 42 km | 21.3 mi | 1 |
| May 27, 1973 | EF3 | 92 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (7,740 acres, 2014).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 7,740 | 100 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 6,320 | 93 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 5,844 | 99 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 5,397 | 68 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,199 | 94 km |
| 2014 | HOUCK CREEK | 3,857 | 93 km |
| 2010 | UPPER SHOAL | 3,512 | 96 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 3,429 | 79 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 3,410 | 98 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,362 | 94 km |
| 1998 | CHEAHA WILDERNESS | 3,299 | 87 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,210 | 85 km |
| 2018 | HOUCK CREEK | 3,188 | 94 km |
| 2010 | BANKHEAD I | 3,027 | 92 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,992 | 77 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,871 | 91 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,777 | 92 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,754 | 78 km |
| 2019 | TL BUNN | 2,688 | 90 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,667 | 92 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 5.2 in |
LaGrange has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 45°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.1") and October the driest (3.0").