Saint Simons Island (GA) Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Saint Simons Island’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the United States of America.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The climate in Saint Simons Island is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 16°C during cooler months like January. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 6°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Saint Simons Island by month:
The early hours of 4 AM to 6 AM often see the lowest temperatures, while 3 PM marks the peak of the day’s heat as the sun’s impact is strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, receives about 67 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 8 days. For more information, please visit our Saint Simons Island Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in the United States of America Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the United States of America. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Saint Simons Island Temperatures Compared World Wide
Saint Simons Island’s average annual maximum temperature is 25°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Osaka, Japan, offers a similar climate to Tokyo, with an average annual temperature of 22°C.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Saint Simons Island’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Saint Simons Island climate page.
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