Updated October 2026
Jimmy Carter National Historical Park Weather by Month
Jimmy Carter National Historical Park is warmest in July, when the nearest NOAA climate station averages a high of 90°F and a low of 71°F, and coldest in January, with an average high of 58°F and an average low of 36°F. December is the wettest month, with about 5.3 inches of precipitation.
These figures are NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals, the 30-year average for each calendar month, from the nearest long-record weather station, 1.4 miles from the park's reference point. A single station cannot describe a whole park: temperatures elsewhere in Jimmy Carter National Historical Park can differ from these, particularly with elevation.
Warmest month
Jul
90°F avg high
Coldest month
Jan
36°F avg low
Wettest month
Dec
5.3 in avg
Longest days
Jun
14.1 h of daylight
Average weather at Jimmy Carter by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Precipitation | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F | 36°F | 4.6 in | 10.1 h |
| February | 62°F | 39°F | 4.5 in | 10.9 h |
| March | 69°F | 45°F | 4.9 in | 11.8 h |
| April | 76°F | 51°F | 4.1 in | 12.8 h |
| May | 83°F | 60°F | 3.1 in | 13.6 h |
| June | 89°F | 68°F | 4.6 in | 14.1 h |
| July | 90°F | 71°F | 5.0 in | 13.9 h |
| August | 89°F | 70°F | 4.7 in | 13.2 h |
| September | 85°F | 65°F | 4.0 in | 12.2 h |
| October | 77°F | 54°F | 2.7 in | 11.2 h |
| November | 68°F | 44°F | 3.3 in | 10.3 h |
| December | 61°F | 39°F | 5.3 in | 9.9 h |
| Year total | 50.8 in |
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals from station USC00097087, 1.4 miles from the park's reference point. Snowfall at the station totals about 0.1 inches in an average year. Daylight is the monthly average, computed from the park's latitude. Each month links to how crowded Jimmy Carter is at that time of year.
Jimmy Carter weather by season
Winter: December to February
Average highs bottom out at 58°F in January, between 61°F in December and 62°F in February, with average lows between 36°F and 39°F. Together the three months average 14.4 inches of precipitation, about 28% of the yearly total and more than in any other season. Daylight is at its shortest, about 9.9 hours in December.
Spring: March to May
Average highs climb from 69°F in March to 83°F in May, with average lows between 45°F and 60°F. Together the three months average 12.1 inches of precipitation, about 24% of the yearly total. Daylight lengthens from about 11.8 hours in March to 13.6 in May.
Summer: June to August
Average highs hold near 89°F in all three months, with average lows between 68°F and 71°F. The average high is 90°F or hotter in July. Together the three months average 14.3 inches of precipitation, about 28% of the yearly total. Daylight is at its longest, about 14.1 hours in June.
Fall: September to November
Average highs fall from 85°F in September to 68°F in November, with average lows between 44°F and 65°F. Together the three months average 10 inches of precipitation, about 20% of the yearly total and less than in any other season. Daylight shortens from about 12.2 hours in September to 10.3 in November.
What the National Park Service says about the weather
When visiting Southwest Georgia during the summer, expect hot and humid weather with the potential for thunderstorms. Check the local forecast before planning any outdoor activities in the region and be prepared with appropriate clothing, sun protection, and hydration to ensure a comfortable and safe visit.
Weather description courtesy of the National Park Service — official park site.
Today's forecast for Jimmy Carter
Averages describe a typical month, not this week. For current conditions and the seven-day outlook, the National Weather Service issues a forecast for the park's reference point at 32.04°N, 84.39°W. It covers that one spot, so other elevations in the park can differ from it, as they do from the averages above.
National Weather Service forecast for Jimmy Carter National Historical Park →
Weather and crowds together
July, the warmest month, sees about 1.2× the visitors of the park's average month. September is the busiest month of the year and January the quietest. To see those crowds set against the weather for all twelve months, read the best time to visit Jimmy Carter National Historical Park. For hotels, cabins and rentals close to the park, see where to stay near Jimmy Carter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
July is the warmest month at Jimmy Carter National Historical Park, with an average high of 90°F and an average low of 71°F. That is the 1991–2020 average at the nearest long-record NOAA station, 1.4 miles from the park's reference point. Temperatures inside the park can differ, particularly with elevation.
January is the coldest month at Jimmy Carter National Historical Park, with an average low of 36°F and an average high of 58°F, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
December is the wettest month, with about 5.3 inches of precipitation. October is the driest, at about 2.7 inches. The station records about 50.8 inches of precipitation in an average year.
Rarely, by the station's record. The nearest long-record NOAA station, 1.4 miles from the park's reference point, totals about 0.1 inches of snow in an average year.
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Sources: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (station USC00097087), daylight computed from latitude, weather description from the National Park Service, crowd levels from National Park Service Visitor Use Statistics (1988–2025). Updated 2026-10-11. Lodging results are provided by Stay22; WhenToVisitParks may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.