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Best time to visit Savannah: month by month
Short answer
March to May is the best time, when azaleas bloom in the squares and highs are about 22–28°C; October and November are also pleasant at about 20–25°C and the driest months. Summer is hot and humid, with highs of about 30–32°C and frequent storms. Winter is mild, with highs of about 17–20°C, and quiet.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17°C | 7°C | 9 | low |
| Feb | 20°C | 10°C | 11 | medium |
| Mar | 22°C | 12°C | 9 | very high |
| Apr | 25°C | 14°C | 8 | high |
| May | 28°C | 18°C | 12 | high |
| Jun | 30°C | 22°C | 18 | medium |
| Jul | 32°C | 24°C | 19 | medium |
| Aug | 31°C | 23°C | 23 | low |
| Sep | 29°C | 20°C | 14 | low |
| Oct | 25°C | 15°C | 6 | high |
| Nov | 20°C | 11°C | 8 | medium |
| Dec | 18°C | 9°C | 7 | medium |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs rise from about 22°C in March to 28°C in May; azaleas and dogwoods in bloom, and the busiest season.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Highs of about 30–32°C and lows of 22–24°C, with 18–23 rainy days a month, mostly afternoon storms; hurricane season begins.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
About 29°C in September, falling to 25°C in October and 20°C in November, with only 6–8 rainy days in October and November.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Highs of about 17–20°C and lows of 7–10°C; mild, quiet and cheaper.
Events worth planning around
- St Patrick's Day parade — mid-March
- Savannah Music Festival — March to April
- SCAD Savannah Film Festival — late October to early November
When to avoid
Avoid St Patrick's Day week if you want lower prices and quieter streets. July to September is hot, humid and stormy, with hurricane risk.
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Savannah?
April or October, with highs of about 25°C and pleasant weather.
Is Savannah too hot in summer?
It is hot and humid, with highs of about 30–32°C and afternoon storms. Plan walks for the morning.
When is St Patrick's Day in Savannah?
Around 17 March. The parade is one of the largest in the US, and hotels fill early.