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Weather & Climate in Valdosta, GA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Valdosta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet.
Temperature
51°F Jan (11°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 217 ft (66 m) |
| Area | 36.4 sq mi (94.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,534/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.8501°N, 83.2788°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Lowndes County County |
| Nearest Airport | Valdosta Regional (VLD) 5 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 72.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 45.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 47.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
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 | 22 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 106 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 46 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 137 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 3 | 121 mph | 257 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 92 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 1 | 86 mph | 252 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 247 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 81 mph | 266 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 233 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 75 km |
| 1985 | Bob | Category 1 | 75 mph | 266 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
398 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 27 fatalities, 236 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF3 | 90 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 34 km | 24.7 mi | 11 |
| Mar 3, 2012 | EF3 | 18 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 19, 2009 | EF3 | 50 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 90 km | 15.0 mi | 7 |
| Apr 19, 1988 | EF3 | 47 km | 12.0 mi | 4 |
| Feb 27, 1984 | EF3 | 90 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 18, 1968 | EF3 | 100 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 11, 1968 | EF3 | 83 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 25, 1960 | EF3 | 95 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1952 | EF3 | 58 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Feb 4, 2024 | EF2 | 12 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2023 | EF2 | 37 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | EF2 | 81 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 2021 | EF2 | 72 km | 8.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 2020 | EF2 | 93 km | 8.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 17, 2019 | EF2 | 82 km | 20.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF2 | 91 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF2 | 67 km | 18.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 2014 | EF2 | 4 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX (328,827 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX | 328,827 | 91 km |
| 2007 | BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX (FLOYDS ISLAND PRAIRIE) | 215,381 | 93 km |
| 2017 | WEST MIMS | 166,737 | 97 km |
| 2011 | HONEY PRAIRIE | 147,065 | 95 km |
| 2011 | CRAVENS HAMMOCK | 142,688 | 91 km |
| 2002 | BLACKJACK BAY COMPLEX | 107,076 | 94 km |
| 1999 | FRIENDLY | 75,089 | 91 km |
| 2007 | SWEAT FARM ROAD | 52,495 | 86 km |
| 2012 | COUNTY LINE | 35,440 | 87 km |
| 2004 | IMPASSABLE ONE | 29,836 | 97 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 25,845 | 62 km |
| 1998 | OAK | 21,478 | 95 km |
| 1990 | SHORTS | 21,413 | 84 km |
| 2011 | SESSOM COMMUNITY FIRE | 20,916 | 96 km |
| 2011 | SWEAT FARM AGAIN | 19,698 | 81 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 18,577 | 94 km |
| 1989 | PIN HOOK | 16,471 | 93 km |
| 1999 | HICKORY IS | 14,656 | 88 km |
| 2002 | BAY CREEK | 11,917 | 79 km |
| 2011 | IMPASSABLE BAY | 11,889 | 92 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 2.7 in |
Valdosta has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 51°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.1") and October the driest (2.2").