Best time to visit · Savannah · United States
The best time to visit Savannah
Weather, crowds, prices and events for every month, so you can pick the trip that suits you.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Tim Pierce, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
Savannah is at its best from March to May, when azaleas bloom in the squares and temperatures are warm but not oppressive, and in October and November, when humidity eases. Summer is hot, humid and stormy, with August to October the peak of hurricane season. Winter is mild and quiet, with the lowest prices; St. Patrick's Day week in March is the busiest and most expensive time of year.
Key facts
- Best months
- March–May and October–November
- Shoulder season
- February, June and December
- Warmest month
- July (avg high 33°C (91°F))
- Coldest month
- January (avg high 16°C (61°F))
- Rainiest month
- July (~13 rainy days)
- Lowest hotel prices
- January and August–September
Seasons
Savannah has a humid subtropical climate: short, mild winters, an early and warm spring, long hot and humid summers with afternoon storms, and an Atlantic hurricane season from June to November, most active from August to October.
March–May
Spring
Azaleas and dogwoods in the squares, warm days and major festivals; book early around St. Patrick's Day.
June–August
Summer
Hot and humid with afternoon thunderstorms; time sightseeing for mornings and evenings and head to Tybee Island in between.
September–November
Autumn
September is hot and in peak hurricane season; October and November bring comfortable weather, film festival and ghost-tour season.
December–February
Winter
Mild days, cool nights, holiday decorations and the lowest hotel rates.
Month by month
Long-term averages (rounded). Crowds and prices are relative, 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest). Daylight is sunrise to sunset on the 15th.
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Sea | Daylight | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C | 5°C | 9 | 13°C | 10.3 h | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| February | 18°C | 7°C | 8 | 13°C | 11 h | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| March | 22°C | 10°C | 8 | 16°C | 11.9 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| April | 26°C | 13°C | 6 | 20°C | 12.9 h | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| May | 30°C | 18°C | 7 | 24°C | 13.8 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| June | 32°C | 21°C | 12 | 27°C | 14.2 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| July | 33°C | 23°C | 13 | 29°C | 14.1 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| August | 32°C | 22°C | 13 | 29°C | 13.3 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| September | 30°C | 20°C | 10 | 27°C | 12.3 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| October | 26°C | 14°C | 6 | 23°C | 11.3 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| November | 21°C | 9°C | 6 | 18°C | 10.5 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| December | 17°C | 6°C | 8 | 15°C | 10.1 h | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Yearly events
Recurring dates shift from year to year; confirm with the organiser before you book.
| Month | Events |
|---|---|
| February | Savannah Book Festival (usually February); SCAD deFINE ART — contemporary art programme (usually February or March) |
| March | St. Patrick's Day parade (17 March, or the nearest weekday); Savannah Tour of Homes and Gardens (usually March); Savannah Music Festival (usually late March to April) |
| April | Savannah Music Festival continues (usually into April) |
| July | Fourth of July fireworks on River Street and Tybee (4 July) |
| September | Savannah Jazz Festival — free concerts in Forsyth Park (usually September) |
| October | Savannah Film Festival (usually late October to early November); Halloween ghost-tour season (October) |
| November | Savannah Film Festival concludes (usually early November) |
| December | Holiday boat parade on the Savannah River (usually early December); Holiday tours of historic homes (December) |
Cheapest and quietest times
Hotel prices are usually lowest in January and August–September, and the sights are quietest in January.
What to pack
| Season | Pack |
|---|---|
| Spring | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Summer | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Autumn | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Winter | Layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
Questions travellers ask
+What is the best month to visit Savannah?
Savannah is at its best from March to May, when azaleas bloom in the squares and temperatures are warm but not oppressive, and in October and November, when humidity eases. Summer is hot, humid and stormy, with August to October the peak of hurricane season. Winter is mild and quiet, with the lowest prices; St. Patrick's Day week in March is the busiest and most expensive time of year.
+When are hotel prices lowest in Savannah?
Usually in January and August–September. Mild days, chilly nights and few visitors; the lowest-priced time for historic inns and good for walking.
+What is the rainiest month in Savannah?
July, with about 13 days of rain on average.
+How hot does Savannah get?
The warmest month, July, averages highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F).