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Weather & Climate in Pelham, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pelham enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. The city sits at an elevation of 360 feet.
Temperature
49°F Jan (9°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 360 ft (110 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 849/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.1266°N, 84.1515°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Mitchell County County |
| Nearest Airport | Thomasville Regional (TVI) 22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 63.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 86.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 22.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very 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)
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 | 72 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 154 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 131 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 53 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 93 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 4 | 138 mph | 293 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 2 | 92 mph | 187 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 247 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 252 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 251 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 43 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
499 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 64 fatalities, 893 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF3 | 71 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 56 km | 24.7 mi | 11 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 39 km | 70.4 mi | 5 |
| Mar 3, 2012 | EF3 | 87 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 19, 2009 | EF3 | 48 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF3 | 96 km | 43.2 mi | 2 |
| Mar 22, 2005 | EF3 | 74 km | 18.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 20, 2003 | EF3 | 13 km | 25.0 mi | 6 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 12 km | 9.2 mi | 11 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 13 km | 15.0 mi | 7 |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF3 | 85 km | 13.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 28, 1968 | EF3 | 62 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 11, 1968 | EF3 | 33 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1952 | EF3 | 90 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2024 | EF2 | 83 km | 24.8 mi | 2 |
| May 10, 2024 | EF2 | 80 km | 24.2 mi | 0 |
| Feb 4, 2024 | EF2 | 99 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 62 km | 21.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 2023 | EF2 | 80 km | 18.9 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2023 | EF2 | 67 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (10,098 acres, 2009).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 10,098 | 59 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 9,117 | 57 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 8,190 | 64 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 6,603 | 64 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 6,582 | 91 km |
| 2012 | UNNAMED | 6,421 | 58 km |
| 2019 | BU 301/302 | 6,032 | 96 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 5,798 | 58 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 5,598 | 59 km |
| 2019 | BU 234 | 5,481 | 100 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,475 | 98 km |
| 2021 | BU 234 | 5,453 | 100 km |
| 2024 | ANF BU 234 RX 0314 | 5,406 | 99 km |
| 2012 | BROWN HOUSE | 5,355 | 98 km |
| 2018 | CLEAR LAKE | 5,326 | 91 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,949 | 55 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 4,883 | 58 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 4,827 | 58 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 4,821 | 88 km |
| 2012 | UNNAMED | 4,630 | 49 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 4.2 in |
Pelham has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 49°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.1") and October the driest (2.2").