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Average Annual Weather in Georgia
Georgia, located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, has a diverse climate due to its varied geography. The country experiences everything from humid subtropical conditions along the Black Sea coast to continental and alpine climates in the mountains. Overall, Georgia has mild winters and warm summers, but the weather varies significantly between regions.
Western Georgia (Batumi, Kutaisi, Zugdidi)
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Climate: Humid subtropical
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Winters: Mild and rainy, with temperatures around +5…+12°C. Snow is rare in the lowlands but common in the mountains.
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Summers: Warm and humid, with temperatures ranging from +24…+32°C and frequent rainfall.
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Annual precipitation: 1,500–2,800 mm, making this region one of the rainiest in Georgia.
Eastern Georgia (Tbilisi, Telavi, Rustavi)
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Climate: Moderate continental
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Winters: Colder and drier than in the west, with temperatures around 0…+5°C, but sometimes dropping below freezing.
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Summers: Hot and dry, with temperatures reaching +30…+40°C, especially in July and August.
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Annual precipitation: 400–600 mm, with most rain occurring in spring and autumn.
Mountainous Regions (Gudauri, Kazbegi, Svaneti, Racha)
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Climate: Alpine and continental
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Winters: Cold and snowy, with temperatures dropping to -5…-15°C in higher elevations, making these areas ideal for winter sports.
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Summers: Cool and refreshing, with temperatures around +10…+20°C.
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Annual precipitation: 800–1,200 mm, with frequent snowfall in winter.
Annual Weather Averages in Georgia
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Average annual temperature: +11…+15°C, depending on the region.
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Annual precipitation: 400–2,800 mm, highest in the west and lowest in the east.
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Average number of sunny days: 200+ days per year in most regions.
Conclusion
Georgia’s climate varies greatly from the humid and rainy western coast to the dry and hot eastern plains and the cold mountainous regions. The best time to visit depends on the purpose:
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Spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October) are ideal for sightseeing.
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Summer (June-August) is great for the mountains and the Black Sea coast.
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Winter (December-February) is perfect for skiing in Gudauri and other mountain resorts.
