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Sandy Springs, GA Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Sandy Springs, GA?
Sandy Springs, GA gets 51.4 in of precipitation a year over about 128 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 90°F) and January the coldest (average low 33°F).
Humid subtropical climate
Sandy Springs, GA has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 53°F in January to 90°F in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 35° | 55° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 51° | 73° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 69° | 89° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 53° | 74° |
How much rain does Sandy Springs get?
Sandy Springs gets 51.4 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 128 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 84% of the US.
July is the wettest month, with 4.7 in. October is the driest, with 3.4 in. July has the most rainy days, about 12.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 34 days, to November 3, 2024.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Sandy Springs got 36.4 in of rain, against a normal of 51.4 in for those months. May 2026 had the most, with 6.0 in.
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Sandy Springs weather by month
Sandy Springs weather in January
In January, Sandy Springs averages a high of 53°F and a low of 33°F. It gets 4.6 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 78°F (2022) and the record low is 5°F (2014).
Sandy Springs weather in February
In February, Sandy Springs averages a high of 57°F and a low of 37°F. It gets 4.5 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 80°F (2026) and the record low is 12°F (2015).
Sandy Springs weather in March
In March, Sandy Springs averages a high of 65°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 4.7 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 90°F (2007) and the record low is 20°F (2002). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sandy Springs weather in April
In April, Sandy Springs averages a high of 73°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 3.9 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 89°F (2002) and the record low is 28°F (2011). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sandy Springs weather in May
In May, Sandy Springs averages a high of 81°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 3.8 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 94°F (2012) and the record low is 37°F (2020).
Sandy Springs weather in June
In June, Sandy Springs averages a high of 88°F and a low of 67°F. It gets 4.7 in of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 105°F (2012) and the record low is 51°F (2000).
Sandy Springs weather in July
In July, Sandy Springs averages a high of 90°F and a low of 70°F. It gets 4.7 in of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 105°F (2012) and the record low is 56°F (2014).
Sandy Springs weather in August
In August, Sandy Springs averages a high of 89°F and a low of 70°F. It gets 4.5 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 102°F (2007) and the record low is 54°F (2025).
Sandy Springs weather in September
In September, Sandy Springs averages a high of 84°F and a low of 64°F. It gets 4.1 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 98°F (2019) and the record low is 42°F (2022).
Sandy Springs weather in October
In October, Sandy Springs averages a high of 74°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 3.4 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 97°F (2019) and the record low is 27°F (2001). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sandy Springs weather in November
In November, Sandy Springs averages a high of 64°F and a low of 42°F. It gets 4.2 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 83°F (2003) and the record low is 18°F (2008). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sandy Springs weather in December
In December, Sandy Springs averages a high of 55°F and a low of 36°F. It gets 4.4 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 78°F (2025) and the record low is 7°F (2022).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Sandy Springs
October is the sunniest month in Sandy Springs, with estimated sunshine of 60% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 35%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 44% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Sandy Springs is cloudier than 68% of the US.
Humidity peaks in July at 74% and is lowest in April at 60%.
Wind averages 5 mph over the year, and March is the windiest month at 7 mph.
Sandy Springs has about 52 days a year above 90°F. Sandy Springs is hotter than 70% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 58 days a year.
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First and last freeze in Sandy Springs
The first fall freeze in Sandy Springs typically comes around November 11, and the last spring freeze around March 25. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 231 days.
Sandy Springs weather records
These records cover ATLANTA DEKALB PEACHTREE AP during 1998–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Sandy Springs station is 105°F, on June 30, 2012. The coldest is 5°F, on January 7, 2014.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 5.9 in of precipitation, on September 21, 2009.
The best time to visit Sandy Springs
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 55°F and lows near 35°F.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 73°F and lows near 51°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 89°F and lows near 69°F. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 74°F and lows near 53°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33° | 53° | 4.6 in | 11 | 7 mph | 67% | 41% | 78° | 5° |
| February | 37° | 57° | 4.5 in | 11 | 7 mph | 65% | 39% | 80° | 12° |
| March | 43° | 65° | 4.7 in | 11 | 7 mph | 61% | 39% | 90° | 20° |
| April | 50° | 73° | 3.9 in | 10 | 6 mph | 60% | 49% | 89° | 28° |
| May | 59° | 81° | 3.8 in | 11 | 5 mph | 67% | 39% | 94° | 37° |
| June | 67° | 88° | 4.7 in | 12 | 5 mph | 68% | 40% | 105° | 51° |
| July | 70° | 90° | 4.7 in | 12 | 5 mph | 74% | 35% | 105° | 56° |
| August | 70° | 89° | 4.5 in | 11 | 4 mph | 74% | 43% | 102° | 54° |
| September | 64° | 84° | 4.1 in | 8 | 4 mph | 73% | 48% | 98° | 42° |
| October | 52° | 74° | 3.4 in | 9 | 5 mph | 70% | 60% | 97° | 27° |
| November | 42° | 64° | 4.2 in | 9 | 5 mph | 67% | 51% | 83° | 18° |
| December | 36° | 55° | 4.4 in | 11 | 6 mph | 70% | 42% | 78° | 7° |
Station: ATLANTA DEKALB PEACHTREE AP, 9 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1998–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Sandy Springs climate questions
How much rain does Sandy Springs get?
Sandy Springs gets 51.4 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 128 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Sandy Springs?
July is the wettest month in Sandy Springs, with 4.7 in. October is the driest, with 3.4 in.
How many rainy days does Sandy Springs have a year?
Sandy Springs has about 128 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.
What is the hottest month in Sandy Springs?
July is the warmest month in Sandy Springs, with an average high of 90°F.
What is the coldest month in Sandy Springs?
January is the coldest month in Sandy Springs, with an average low of 33°F.
What is the record high temperature in Sandy Springs?
Within the available 1998–2026 station history, the record high at the Sandy Springs station is 105°F, set on June 30, 2012. The record low is 5°F, on January 7, 2014.
What is the sunniest month in Sandy Springs?
October is the sunniest month in Sandy Springs, with estimated sunshine of 60% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Sandy Springs?
The first fall freeze in Sandy Springs typically comes around November 11. The last spring freeze is around March 25.
What is the best time to visit Sandy Springs?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.