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Dalton (GA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Dalton can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be very warm during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Dalton can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C during cooler months like January.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -1°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Dalton is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1345 mm. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. December brings wetter days averaging 161 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, February experiences a drier climate, with about 91 mm of rainfall spread across 10 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Dalton. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.2 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Chattanooga, the United States of America (43 KM, 27 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Chattanooga, the United States of America (43 KM, 27 Miles).

Forecast for Dalton (GA)

Mon   Dec 23
10°C | -2°C
S 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
11°C | -4°C
N 2 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Wed   Dec 25
15°C | -2°C
SE 2 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

The best time of year to visit Dalton in the United States of America

During the months of April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Dalton?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Dalton?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Dalton?
    December tops the wettest month list with 161 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Dalton?
    February is the driest month with 91 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Dalton?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 277 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.