Weather & Climate in Omega, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Omega enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 311 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.9°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 311 ft (95 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 594/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3390°N, 83.5937°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Tift County County |
| Nearest Airport | Thomasville Regional (TVI) 35 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 56.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 56.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 41.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively 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)
Earthquake History
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.5.
| Mar 4, 1996 | 9 km SW of Soperton, Georgia | M2.5 | 140 km | 1 km |
| May 17, 1997 | 9 km SW of Soperton, Georgia | M2.5 | 140 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
11 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 | 28 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 161 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 90 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 88 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 3 | 115 mph | 285 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 122 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 244 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 1 | - | 288 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 283 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 20 km |
| 1985 | Bob | Category 1 | 75 mph | 295 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
428 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 57 fatalities, 839 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 38 km | 24.7 mi | 11 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 72 km | 70.4 mi | 5 |
| Mar 3, 2012 | EF3 | 49 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 19, 2009 | EF3 | 61 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 2003 | EF3 | 67 km | 25.0 mi | 6 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 68 km | 15.0 mi | 7 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 67 km | 9.2 mi | 11 |
| Apr 15, 1999 | EF3 | 87 km | 14.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF3 | 85 km | 13.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 11, 1968 | EF3 | 32 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1957 | EF3 | 75 km | 14.7 mi | 1 |
| May 11, 1952 | EF3 | 33 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Feb 4, 2024 | EF2 | 73 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2023 | EF2 | 26 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | EF2 | 34 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 5, 2022 | EF2 | 98 km | 5.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 2021 | EF2 | 57 km | 8.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 2020 | EF2 | 40 km | 8.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 17, 2019 | EF2 | 32 km | 20.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF2 | 81 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: ARABIA BAY (10,971 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | ARABIA BAY | 10,971 | 77 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 10,098 | 99 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 9,117 | 96 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 6,603 | 96 km |
| 2012 | UNNAMED | 6,421 | 88 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 5,798 | 96 km |
| 2007 | ROUNDABOUT SWAMP FIRE | 5,791 | 62 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 5,598 | 88 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 5,216 | 69 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,949 | 86 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 4,883 | 99 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 4,827 | 97 km |
| 2012 | UNNAMED | 4,630 | 88 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 4,421 | 80 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 4,393 | 94 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 4,124 | 99 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,065 | 100 km |
| 2012 | UNNAMED | 4,019 | 95 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 3,449 | 89 km |
| 2012 | UNNAMED | 3,415 | 83 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 4.2 in |
Omega has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 48°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and May the driest (2.7").