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Weather & Climate in Mestia, Georgia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Mestia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches. The area receives 19.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 4,636 feet.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
52°F Jul (11°C)
| Annual Average | 34.3°F |
| 36% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,636 ft (1,413 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,724/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0438°N, 42.7237°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tbilisi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
147 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M7.0.
| Apr 29, 1991 | 22 km WNW of Java, Georgia | M7.0 | 102 km | 17 km |
| Jun 15, 1991 | 9 km NE of Java, Georgia | M6.3 | 123 km | 9 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 11 km NNW of Java, Georgia | M6.1 | 113 km | 14 km |
| Sep 7, 2009 | 8 km N of Oni, Georgia | M6.0 | 73 km | 15 km |
| May 3, 1991 | 19 km NNE of Ambrolauri, Georgia | M5.6 | 59 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 24 km NW of Java, Georgia | M5.5 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | Russia-Georgia border region | M5.4 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 9 km WSW of Oni, Georgia | M5.4 | 75 km | 10 km |
| Jul 4, 1991 | 14 km E of Java, Georgia | M5.4 | 135 km | 20 km |
| Feb 6, 2006 | 10 km NE of Oni, Georgia | M5.3 | 79 km | 17 km |
| May 3, 1991 | 16 km NNE of Ambrolauri, Georgia | M5.2 | 62 km | 11 km |
| Jan 19, 2011 | 18 km SE of Vani, Georgia | M5.2 | 121 km | 10 km |
| May 2, 1991 | 15 km N of Java, Georgia | M5.1 | 115 km | 10 km |
| May 28, 2013 | 41 km WSW of Uchkulan, Russia | M5.1 | 89 km | 5 km |
| Mar 26, 2013 | 42 km N of Tqvarch'eli, Georgia | M5.1 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Feb 22, 1993 | 18 km NNW of Java, Georgia | M5.0 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 19 km NNW of Java, Georgia | M4.9 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | Russia-Georgia border region | M4.9 | 103 km | 10 km |
| May 15, 1991 | 7 km WSW of Oni, Georgia | M4.9 | 74 km | 14 km |
| Jun 3, 2024 | 10 km SSE of Oni, Georgia | M4.9 | 88 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Elbrus (41 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Elbrus | Stratovolcano | 5,642 m (18,510 ft) | 50 | 41 km |
| Kazbek | Stratovolcano | 5,050 m (16,568 ft) | -750 | 150 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 185 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 40°F (4°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 38°F (3°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 3.5 in |
Mestia has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 17°F in January to 52°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.9") and February the driest (2.5").