Flash Flood Warning
At 344 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy
rain in intersection of Wheeler Rd and Highland in Augusta and I-20
Exit 1 is closed due to being flooded. Between 2 and 4.5 inches of
rain have fallen. Flash flooding is already occurring.
HAZARD...Life threat…
Flash Flood Warning
FFWCAE
The National Weather Service in Columbia has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for...
East Central Columbia County in east central Georgia...
North Central Richmond County in east central Georgia...
West Central Aiken County in central South Carolina...
South Central Edgefi…
Flood Advisory
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Northwestern Aiken County in central South Carolina...
Southeastern Edgefield County in central South Carolina...
Western Lexington County in central South Carolina...
Southern Newberry County in central South…
Tomorrow in Augusta looks
sunny, with a high of 94°
and an overnight low of 72°.
Rain is unlikely (5% chance).
Winds top out near 9 mph,
and the UV index reaches 10 (very high).
Located in Georgia, United States, Augusta experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Afternoon temperatures peak near 92°F (33°C) in July and dip to about 56°F (14°C) in January, with around 45.2 inches (1149 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Augusta weather: quick facts
Hottest month: July - highs near 92°F (33°C)
Coldest month: January - highs near 56°F (14°C)
Record high: 102°F (39°C) · Record low: 12°F (-11°C) (2015–2024)
Wettest month: December (10 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (11.7 h sun/day)
Climate type:humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 92°F (33°C) and overnight lows stay near 74°F (23°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 56°F (14°C) and lows around 39°F (4°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 102°F (39°C) and dropped as low as 12°F (-11°C).
Rain, sun and snow
December is usually the wettest month. It brings about 4.5 inches (114 mm) of rain over 10 days, while November is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.7 hours of sun a day.
Season by season
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Augusta is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 76°F (25°C) and nights around 55°F (13°C); expect showers on roughly 27 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Augusta brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 91°F (33°C) and nights around 72°F (22°C); expect showers on roughly 40 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Augusta brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 76°F (25°C) and nights around 58°F (14°C); expect showers on roughly 23 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Augusta is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 59°F (15°C) and nights around 42°F (5°C); expect showers on roughly 28 days across the season.
Average temperatures in Augusta by month
Monthly averages for Augusta based on 2015–2024 weather data.
July is the hottest month in Augusta, with average highs of 92°F (33°C) and overnight lows near 74°F (23°C). In the past decade the temperature has peaked at 102°F (39°C).
What is the coldest month in Augusta?
January is the coldest month, with highs averaging 56°F (14°C) and lows around 39°F (4°C). The lowest reading in recent years was 12°F (-11°C).
What is the rainiest month in Augusta?
December is typically the wettest month, averaging 4.5 inches (114 mm) of precipitation across about 10 days. November is usually the driest.
Does it snow in Augusta?
Snow is essentially absent in Augusta - the 2015–2024 record shows no regular measurable snowfall.
What is the best time to visit Augusta?
The best time to visit Augusta is generally February to May and October to November, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 72°F (22°C).
How sunny is Augusta?
Augusta averages 9.3 hours of sunshine per day across the year. July is the sunniest month at about 11.7 hours of sun a day.
Is Augusta humid?
Relative humidity in Augusta averages about 70% over the year, which feels fairly humid. Combined with July heat, muggy conditions are common in summer - the dew point is the number to watch.