Weather & Climate in Sparks, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sparks enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 244 feet.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 66.3°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 244 ft (74 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 560/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.1690°N, 83.4412°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Cook County County |
| Nearest Airport | Valdosta Regional (VLD) 29 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 34.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 69.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 20.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| 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 Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| 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 | 147 km | 1 km |
| May 17, 1997 | 9 km SW of Soperton, Georgia | M2.5 | 147 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
12 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 | 20 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 141 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 68 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 107 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 3 | 121 mph | 271 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 110 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 1 | 86 mph | 279 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 247 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 81 mph | 290 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 266 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 37 km |
| 1985 | Bob | Category 1 | 75 mph | 281 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
415 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 60 fatalities, 788 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF3 | 100 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 23 km | 24.7 mi | 11 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 91 km | 70.4 mi | 5 |
| Mar 3, 2012 | EF3 | 25 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 19, 2009 | EF3 | 51 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 2003 | EF3 | 79 km | 25.0 mi | 6 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 79 km | 9.2 mi | 11 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 74 km | 15.0 mi | 7 |
| Apr 19, 1988 | EF3 | 80 km | 12.0 mi | 4 |
| Nov 11, 1968 | EF3 | 51 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1957 | EF3 | 83 km | 14.7 mi | 1 |
| May 11, 1952 | EF3 | 29 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Feb 4, 2024 | EF2 | 50 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2023 | EF2 | 2 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | EF2 | 50 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 2021 | EF2 | 52 km | 8.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 2020 | EF2 | 60 km | 8.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 17, 2019 | EF2 | 46 km | 20.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF2 | 83 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF2 | 60 km | 18.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: SWEAT FARM ROAD (52,495 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | SWEAT FARM ROAD | 52,495 | 97 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 25,845 | 97 km |
| 2011 | SESSOM COMMUNITY FIRE | 20,916 | 92 km |
| 2011 | SWEAT FARM AGAIN | 19,698 | 87 km |
| 2011 | ARABIA BAY | 10,971 | 58 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 10,098 | 94 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 9,117 | 91 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 6,603 | 87 km |
| 2012 | UNNAMED | 6,421 | 80 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 5,798 | 91 km |
| 2007 | ROUNDABOUT SWAMP FIRE | 5,791 | 49 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 5,598 | 79 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 5,216 | 48 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,949 | 78 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 4,883 | 95 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 4,827 | 92 km |
| 2012 | UNNAMED | 4,630 | 84 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 4,421 | 71 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 4,393 | 89 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 4,124 | 94 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.6 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in |
Sparks has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 50°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.7") and May the driest (2.7").