Season guide · Savannah · United States
Savannah in spring
March–May: weather, crowds, prices and the best things to do this time of year.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
Azaleas and dogwoods in the squares, warm days and major festivals; book early around St. Patrick's Day. Expect highs up to 30°C (86°F) and lows around 10°C (50°F), with about 21 rainy days across March–May. March–May are among the best months of the year to visit.
Key facts
- Months
- March–May
- Temperatures
- 10°C (50°F) to 30°C (86°F)
- Rainy days in the season
- About 21
- Sea
- 16°C (61°F) to 24°C (75°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in spring
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Daylight | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 22°C (72°F) | 10°C (50°F) | 8 | 11.9 h | 5/5 |
| April | 26°C (79°F) | 13°C (55°F) | 6 | 12.9 h | 5/5 |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 18°C (64°F) | 7 | 13.8 h | 4/5 |
Compared with the rest of the year: average highs of 26°C (79°F) against a yearly 25°C (77°F), and 21 of the year's roughly 106 rainy days fall in these 3 months. Crowds rate 5/5 and hotel prices 4/5 on average.
What's on in spring
Recurring events; dates move from year to year, so confirm with the organiser.
- March: St. Patrick's Day parade (17 March, or the nearest weekday)
- March: Savannah Tour of Homes and Gardens (usually March)
- March: Savannah Music Festival (usually late March to April)
- April: Savannah Music Festival continues (usually into April)
Make the most of the weather
Park · Victorian District and Forsyth Park
Forsyth Park
Savannah's largest park covers about 12 hectares at the southern edge of the historic district, with a white cast-iron fountain from 1858, live-oak paths, a Confederate memorial, playgrounds and a fragrant garden.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
Waterfront · River Street and Plant Riverside
River Street and Factor's Walk
Watch for the Waving Girl statue at the eastern end, then take the free ferry for the best view back at the bluff.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- After dark
- Food
- Views
Historic site · Thunderbolt
Bonaventure Cemetery
A former plantation on a bluff over the Wilmington River, this Victorian cemetery is known for its avenues of moss-hung live oaks and sculpted monuments, including the grave of songwriter Johnny Mercer.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Photo spot
- Outdoors
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Historic site · Isle of Hope
Wormsloe State Historic Site
Arrive early in the morning for the oak avenue with soft light and no cars in the frame.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Photo spot
- History
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Couples
Historic site · Cockspur Island
Fort Pulaski National Monument
A massive brick fort on the road to Tybee, built in the early 19th century with Robert E.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Kids
- Outdoors
Day trips in spring
- Hilton Head Island (About 1 hour by car) — A South Carolina resort island with about 19 km of hard-packed beach, flat bike paths through pine forest and the lighthouse at Harbour Town in Sea Pines.
- Beaufort, South Carolina (About 1 hour 15 minutes by car) — A quiet antebellum river town with a waterfront park, oak-lined streets of grand houses and Gullah heritage on nearby St.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen
- A packable rain jacket for showers
- Comfortable walking shoes
Other times of year
Questions travellers ask
+Is spring a good time to visit Savannah?
Yes: March–May are among the best months. Azaleas and dogwoods in the squares, warm days and major festivals; book early around St.
+What is the weather like in Savannah in spring?
Highs of up to 30°C (86°F) and lows around 10°C (50°F), with about 21 rainy days over the season.