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What is the climate and weather like in Georgia?

How the west, east and mountains differ and what each season is like.

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Short answer

Georgia's climate varies sharply by region: humid subtropical on the Black Sea coast, moderately continental in the east, and cool and snowy in the mountains. Summers in Tbilisi are hot and dry, while Batumi is warm and humid. Winters are mild in the lowlands and snowy in the mountains, where high roads can close.

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Why

  1. The Caucasus mountains shield the country from cold northern winds.
  2. Moist air from the Black Sea brings heavy rainfall to the west, especially Adjara.
  3. The higher you go, the cooler it gets: even in summer, evenings in Kazbegi and Svaneti are fresh.

Details

In July and August Tbilisi often goes above 30 degrees Celsius, while Batumi's heat feels harder because of the humidity. Batumi is one of the rainiest places in the country. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons across Georgia.

Tip

Even in summer, bring a warm layer and a windbreaker to the mountains: the weather there can change within an hour.

What may differ

Weather varies a lot by region and year, so check the forecast for your dates before travelling.

Common misconception

Georgia has a hot southern climate everywhere.

What actually happens

The coast is humid subtropical, Tbilisi has hot summers and cool winters, and snow lingers in the mountains into summer.

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Sources

Weather varies from year to year, so check the forecast before you travel.

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