Weather & Climate in Lone Oak, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lone Oak enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 844 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.2°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 844 ft (257 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 279/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.1724°N, 84.8173°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Coweta County County |
| Nearest Airport | Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International (ATL) 39 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 65.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 13.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 58.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
10 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 | 129 km | 19 km |
| Feb 17, 1991 | 6 km N of Goldville, Alabama | M2.9 | 89 km | 1 km |
| Apr 15, 2001 | 9 km E of Bon Air, Alabama | M2.6 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Apr 15, 2001 | 12 km SW of Talladega, Alabama | M2.6 | 131 km | 11 km |
| Sep 12, 2022 | 13 km NE of Jackson, Georgia | M2.5 | 92 km | 1 km |
| Mar 17, 2009 | 5 km W of Ragland, Alabama | M2.5 | 144 km | 8 km |
| Oct 6, 2003 | 11 km SW of Talladega, Alabama | M2.5 | 131 km | 0 km |
| Jan 4, 2008 | 14 km N of Hollins, Alabama | M2.5 | 121 km | 0 km |
| May 11, 1998 | 2 km SSE of Glencoe, Alabama | M2.5 | 133 km | 2 km |
| Aug 18, 1993 | 2 km NNW of Lakeview Estates, Georgia | M2.5 | 95 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 | 147 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 1 | 92 mph | 198 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 1 | 75 mph | 223 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
533 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 43 fatalities, 1,539 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 25, 2021 | EF4 | 36 km | 38.6 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1992 | EF4 | 84 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 2023 | EF3 | 46 km | 21.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 12, 2023 | EF3 | 32 km | 31.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF3 | 75 km | 5.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF3 | 58 km | 16.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 2014 | EF3 | 88 km | 11.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 2012 | EF3 | 89 km | 29.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 50 km | 30.8 mi | 2 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF3 | 22 km | 21.7 mi | 2 |
| Feb 26, 2008 | EF3 | 62 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF3 | 97 km | 9.7 mi | 0 |
| Jan 2, 2006 | EF3 | 34 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 21, 1993 | EF3 | 85 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 1991 | EF3 | 75 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 5, 1989 | EF3 | 12 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 24, 1975 | EF3 | 72 km | 14.8 mi | 3 |
| Jan 26, 1974 | EF3 | 61 km | 21.3 mi | 1 |
| May 27, 1973 | EF3 | 68 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 10, 1972 | EF3 | 68 km | 6.3 mi | 1 |
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 | 98 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 5,397 | 79 km |
| 2014 | HOUCK CREEK | 3,857 | 94 km |
| 2022 | SC 540C/CHOCCOLOCCO | 3,750 | 100 km |
| 2010 | UPPER SHOAL | 3,512 | 95 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 3,429 | 93 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 3,410 | 98 km |
| 1998 | CHEAHA WILDERNESS | 3,299 | 100 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,210 | 99 km |
| 2018 | HOUCK CREEK | 3,188 | 95 km |
| 2010 | BANKHEAD I | 3,027 | 94 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,992 | 86 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,777 | 94 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,754 | 94 km |
| 2019 | 540C | 2,622 | 99 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,611 | 96 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 2,584 | 97 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 2,568 | 93 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 4.6 in |
Lone Oak has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 45°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.9") and May the driest (3.1").