Savannah (GA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Savannah experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from very warm days
to mild weather.
It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Savannah is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in July to a moderate 16°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 4°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Savannah has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1186 mm of rainfall per year. The seasons in Savannah, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 195 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, November, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 48 mm over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Savannah Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Savannah, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.6 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.8 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Savannah.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 79%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Savannah in the United States of America
During the months of March, April, October and November 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:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in July and August.
July has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 16°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 195 mm of rainfall.
November is the driest month with 48 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 288 hours of sunshine.
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