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Decatur (GA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Decatur experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from very warm days to cold weather. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Decatur is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 11°C during cooler months like January.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 0°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Decatur has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1273 mm of rain/snowfall per year. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. December brings wetter days averaging 150 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, June experiences a drier climate, with about 80 mm of rainfall spread across 11 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 Decatur. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.6 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.5 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Atlanta, the United States of America (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Atlanta, the United States of America (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Forecast for Decatur (GA)

Sun   Dec 22
9°C | -2°C
E 4 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

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

clear and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
14°C | -1°C
NW 2 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Decatur 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 Decatur?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Decatur?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 11°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Decatur?
    December tops the wettest month list with 150 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Decatur?
    June is the driest month with 80 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Decatur?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 288 hours of sunshine.

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