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Weather & Climate in Shellman, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Shellman enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°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 55.7 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 388 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.7°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 388 ft (118 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 286/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.7571°N, 84.6159°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Randolph County County |
| Nearest Airport | Southwest Georgia Regional (ABY) 29 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 17.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 87.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 15.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| 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
13 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 | 135 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 237 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 197 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 285 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 31 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 172 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 4 | 127 mph | 276 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 1 | 81 mph | 295 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 92 mph | 211 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 182 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 286 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 290 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 108 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
499 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 65 fatalities, 1,127 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 44 km | 70.4 mi | 5 |
| Apr 29, 2014 | EF3 | 98 km | 11.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF3 | 19 km | 43.2 mi | 2 |
| Mar 22, 2005 | EF3 | 84 km | 18.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 20, 2003 | EF3 | 72 km | 25.0 mi | 6 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 91 km | 15.0 mi | 7 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 73 km | 9.2 mi | 11 |
| Apr 15, 1999 | EF3 | 69 km | 14.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1981 | EF3 | 92 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Dec 29, 1973 | EF3 | 83 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 13, 1972 | EF3 | 76 km | 16.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF3 | 2 km | 13.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF3 | 65 km | 13.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 11, 1968 | EF3 | 79 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 1961 | EF3 | 100 km | 1.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 31, 1961 | EF3 | 84 km | 8.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 1954 | EF3 | 89 km | 49.5 mi | 5 |
| Mar 13, 1954 | EF3 | 75 km | 7.0 mi | 2 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 43 km | 21.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 2023 | EF2 | 54 km | 18.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (10,827 acres, 2005).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 10,827 | 93 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 7,788 | 93 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 6,753 | 83 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,854 | 100 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,600 | 84 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 5,397 | 80 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,733 | 99 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 3,429 | 68 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,362 | 99 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,305 | 80 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 3,210 | 63 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,992 | 72 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 2,927 | 97 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,754 | 71 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,718 | 81 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,666 | 84 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,501 | 72 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 2,487 | 65 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 2,442 | 95 km |
| 1997 | UNNAMED | 2,253 | 99 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 5.1 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 4.6 in |
Shellman has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 48°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.6") and October the driest (2.3").