Best Time to Visit Savannah, Georgia

The best time to visit Savannah, GA, is from March to May. The peak tourist season in Savannah extends from March all the way to July. And while you’ll want to avoid the massive crowds and higher travel costs, riding on the coattails of the high season will allow you to take advantage of the Southern city’s not-too-hot, not-too-cold temperatures.

Though Savannah would make a wonderful destination at nearly any time of the year, there are a few things to keep in mind when booking your vacation.

Ready to get started planning your trip? Get the inside scoop on when to go to Savannah with this complete weather guide, broken down by season and month!

Weather in Savannah, GA

By season

Spring

Spanning from March 20th to June 21st, the spring season is one of the prettiest times to visit Savannah, Georgia. With big, beautiful blooms everywhere in sight, you can expect to put several botanical gardens and arboretums on your Savannah itinerary. (Though a stroll through the downtown core with a cup of coffee in hand will be just as magical!)

Emmet Park in Spring

Spring brings Savannah nice, warm days with cooler evenings and only a little bit more rain than usual. Comfortable and beautiful, you really couldn’t ask for a more ideal time to visit than spring.

Perhaps the best part of traveling to Savannah, Georgia, in the spring is all the festivals. In March, the city hosts the Savannah Music Festival. April brings the SCAD Sidewalk Arts Festival. May has both the River Street Seafood Festival along Savannah’s famed River Street and the Gray’s Reef Expo, where you can get up close to ocean critters, learn to dive, and try out some under-the-sea VR.

The only thing left to decide is which one calls your name the loudest!

Summer

According to the calendar, summer in Savannah is officially from June 21st to September 22nd. You’ll find, however, that the summer temperatures extend practically until the end of October.

Even though, on paper, summer may sound like an ideal time to visit, there are a few factors to keep in mind that might have you choosing one of the other seasons to travel to Savannah instead.

City Hall in Summer

For starters, summer is smack dab in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean hurricane season. While this isn’t a huge risk in Savannah, and it doesn’t drastically impact the daily average rainfall, it’s worth keeping in mind from a safety perspective.

Summer temperatures in Savannah are also stiflingly hot and humid. They often soar well into the 90s, with little respite, even into the night. Though we all want a nice, sunny holiday, warm temperatures are not exclusive to summer. It might be more comfortable for many visitors to travel during the late spring or early fall.

Even with all of that in mind, these months still make up a large portion of the peak tourist season. For that reason, prices for the best hotels in Savannah and flights will be more expensive.

During this high tourist season, things will book up quickly, too. If you want Savannah to be your next USA summer destination, be sure to book well in advance!

Fall

The fall season in Savannah extends from September 22nd to December 21st. In our opinion, the early months of fall are one of the most ideal times to visit Savannah.

Wormsloe Plantation in Fall

Hovering from the high 70s to the mid-80s, the temperatures will be not too hot and not too cold. There’s still plenty warm enough for beach-hopping but not enough to make you hide out in the air-conditioned hotel room every opportunity you get.

Fall also marks the end of hurricane season and the end of high tourist season, presenting an opportunity for more affordable travel.

Oh, yeah… and the trees also come alive with a brilliant display of sunset colors; the beautiful views are definitely worth traveling for!

Winter

Need a break from the frosty and frigid winters up here in the northern half of the continent? While winter temperatures in Savannah aren’t super high and won’t fulfill your wish for a sandy beach vacation, they do remain fairly moderate and safely above the freezing point. Plus, there’s no snow—a major bonus if you ask us!

Bonaventure Cemetery in Winter

Spanning from December 21st to March 20th, winter in Savannah brings daytime highs in the high 30s to low 40s and a fairly normal amount of rainfall for the destination.

Especially if you want to travel on a stricter budget or you prefer indoor tourism activities like checking out popular Savannah museums and live performances, winter is a great season to visit Savannah. You won’t have to fight with many crowds, and you’ll be able to score some pretty sweet off-season deals. Win-win!

By month

January

Even with its reputation as the coldest month of the year in Savannah, January is the most popular winter month for travelers. Even if you choose to brave the cold, it’s pretty unlikely that you’ll experience any snow during your visit. You will, however, more than likely experience some rain with a monthly average of 93 mm; don’t forget to pack an umbrella and rain jacket!

River Street in January

So, how cold is the coldest month of the year here? January temperatures in Savannah remain above freezing for the most part, though a definite chill can be felt in the air.

Expect average daily temperatures to max out at about 60°F (16°C), dipping down to about 39°F (4°C) at night.

February

During the month of February, you can still expect a fairly typical winter climate for Savannah.  You’ll see a slight increase in the daily temperatures, with highs hovering around 60°F (16°C) and overnights staying at a low of about 39°F (4°C).

Savannah Riverwalk in February

February’s average rainfall reflects that of most of the year, holding at approximately 83mm. Not too wet, not too dry—perfect for traveling!

March

Thankfully, the winter in Savannah is fairly short, and March brings some warmer temperatures and the first taste of the spring season.

The Olde Pink House in March

Daily highs will begin to climb up to the 70s in March, but keep in mind that evening will remain cooler with average daily lows of 48°F (9°C). As long as you have some layers for putting on and taking off, as the temperature changes throughout the day, March is a fairly comfortable time to travel to Savannah.

In March, there’ll be an ever-so-slight increase in rainfall, with an average of 93mm falling throughout the month. This is not much higher than you can expect at any other time of the year, so it shouldn’t be a huge factor when making your travel plans.

April

April is when the gardens and forests come alive in Savannah, with spring in full swing. That’s right: If you want to see all the beautiful blooms, this is the time to visit!

Savannah Square Park in April

Better yet, the temperatures in April continue on their upward trend, with highs reaching an average of 78°F (25°C) and lows hitting a comfortable 54°F (12°C).

Good news! Despite the saying, “April showers bring May flowers,” Savannah is ahead of the game. April actually promises a slight decrease in rain, with an average of 76 inches over the span of the entire month.

(And you know what that means? Plenty of sunshine for garden strolls!)

May

Although it’s still the tail-end of spring, May brings the summer heat. If you’re looking for a sunny, oh-so-hot holiday, then this is the month for you to visit Savannah.

City Market in May

In May, you can work on your tan roaming around the Savannah Historic District without totally overheating. The daily high max out at about 85°F (29°C) and cool down to about 62°F (17°C) for more comfortable sleeping. You’ll get the best of both worlds!

Still need another reason to consider May for your Savannah vacation? You can expect a downtick in the average rainfall, clocking in at 66mm. There’ll be fewer interruptions to your fun in the sun!

June

June is gorgeous in Savannah—but boy does it get hot! The highs continue to shoot up, reaching a daily average of 90°F (32°C). You still have a decent cool-off at nighttime, but don’t expect it to drop much lower than 70°F (21°C). In other words, be sure to pack thin summery pajamas.

Telfair Museum of Art in June

June 1st marks the beginning of hurricane season in Savannah. This doesn’t seem to deter the average tourist, though. With June still well within the bounds of peak travel season, it’s something worth keeping in mind when planning your holiday.

That said, hurricane season doesn’t cause a huge increase in the average monthly precipitation, with it climbing up only a tiny bit to 88mm.

July

Welcome to the hottest month of the year! July in Savannah stays well within the low 90s and will barely drop at night. It makes for great evening activities, especially with longer daylight times, but not-so-great sleeping conditions. As long as your accommodations are equipped with AC or fans, you should be okay.

Forsyth Park in July

Not only is it super hot in July, but it also gets fairly humid. If you need an escape, this is the most popular time of the year to visit Tybee Island Beach, where you can cool off under the shade of the giant pier or the wake of the crystal clear ocean.

Just a reminder that July is also part of this destination’s hurricane season, which extends until the end of November. Unlike June, this does cause a bit of an increase in monthly precipitation, with an average of 104mm.

August

August in Savannah is still pretty warm, but it’s also likely to be pretty wet. If you’re okay with braving the rain, you can take advantage of July-like temperatures in the low 90s. Just be prepared for tropical afternoon showers more often than not.

Historic Building in August

How much rain is a lot of rain? August in Savannah brings an average of 134mm of precipitation, making it the wettest month of the year.

This shouldn’t be a huge deterrent if you’re a typical sightseeing traveler. But if you’re a beach bum hoping to soak up the sun on Savannah’s best beaches, August may not be the best choice; a drier month will promise you longer stretches of laying in the sand uninterrupted.

September

Many travelers choose to visit Savannah in the fall to take advantage of lower rates and a more moderate climate with temperatures and humidity beginning to ease off. September strikes the perfect balance, with highs still reaching the mid-80s and lows sinking back down to the upper-60s. You can still have a lovely sun holiday checking out all the best places to visit in Savannah without sweating up a storm.

Downtown Savannah in September

You’ll also find a significant decrease in rainfall during September, allowing you to take better advantage of the long, warm days without fussing over rainjackets and umbrellas.

October

Though evenings in October start to get cool, hanging around the upper 50s, the daytime can be expected to stay surprisingly warm. Average temperatures sit around 78°F (26°C), making for a very nice Autumn.

Oak Trees in October

If you happen to be traveling from somewhere with cooler temperatures and a harsh winter on its way, an October holiday in Savannah might be exactly what you need to refuel on vitamin D before the days get short and you need to hunker down at home and prepare for snow.

Precipitation during the month of October maintains the status quo for annual rainfall, with an average of 93mm.

November

Things start to get decidedly chilly in Savannah in November. You probably shouldn’t expect the daytime highs to inch up past the upper 40s and maybe the low 50s. You’ll want to be sure you have a light jacket and a cozy sweater to bundle up with, especially as you move later in the month.

Madison Square in November

November is also the driest month of the year, with a precipitation average of 58mm. If you’re willing to put up with the cooler fall temperatures, you, at least, won’t need to worry much about rain at the same time.

December

With hurricane season finally over, December officially brings winter to Savannah. You can expect temperatures to begin sinking down to the low 40s. Thankfully, they’ll remain above the freezing point for the most part, so you shouldn’t need to contend with any snow.

City Hall Landing in December

With just barely more expected rainfall than in November, coming in at 60mm, December remains a fairly dry month in Savannah, Georgia.

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