The best time to visit Georgia is mid-May to late June and September to mid-October: it is mild in Tbilisi (about 23 to 28 °C (73 to 82 °F) in the afternoon in May–June, 26 °C (79 °F) in September), the mountain roads are normally open and Kakheti starts its grape harvest in autumn. July and August are the season for the Greater Caucasus and the Black Sea, but it is hot on the plains. The Greater Caucasus, Kakheti and the Black Sea can be located at a glance on the map of Georgia.
Areas to avoid: the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 15 September 2026) advises against all travel to the Russian-occupied regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia, and against all but essential travel to areas immediately next to their administrative boundary lines, which are generally unmarked. The U.S. State Department (travel.state.gov, last updated September 17, 2026) also tells travelers not to travel to these regions. Check the latest advice before you leave.
Georgia is a small country with very contrasting climates. The west, facing the Black Sea, is humid and mild; the east, around Tbilisi and Kakheti, is drier and more continental, with hot summers; the Greater Caucasus, in the north, receives snow for a good part of the year. The choice of month therefore depends first on the regions you want to see. Here is how to decide, based on the official climate normals.
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When to go to Georgia at a glance
- Best times mid-May to late June and September to mid-October
- For Tbilisi and the cities May–June and September–October; July–August are hot
- For hiking (Kazbegi, Svaneti, Tusheti) July to September, when trails and passes are passable
- For the Kakheti grape harvest September–October
- For the Black Sea (Batumi) July–August, bearing in mind that the coast is very wet in late summer and autumn
- For skiing winter, at Gudauri or Bakuriani
- Best value for money May and October
When to go to Georgia by priority
- Best weather: May–June and September–October; July to September for the mountains
- Cheapest: November to March (low prices), outside ski and holiday periods
- Fewest crowds: October (moderate crowds); March and April outside Easter
- Events: Orthodox Christmas on January 7, Independence Day on May 26, Rtveli (grape harvest) in September–October, Tbilisoba in autumn (date varies)
September, between the grape harvest and still-accessible mountains, features in our selection where to go in September.
Georgia: the calendar at a glance
✅ Best months: may, June, September, October
❌ Period to avoid: January, February, December
Climate in Georgia month by month
The table below gives the normals for Tbilisi (airport station), the starting point of the vast majority of trips. Other regions are compared further down.
| Month | Avg. max | Avg. min | Rain | Crowds | Prices | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.6 °C (44 °F) | -1.0 °C (30 °F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | Low | Low | ❌ Cold, snowbound mountains (except for skiing) |
| February | 7.6 °C (46 °F) | -0.7 °C (31 °F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | Low | Low | ❌ Cold, mountain roads uncertain |
| March | 12.3 °C (54 °F) | 2.8 °C (37 °F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | Low | Low | ⚠️ Mild in the afternoon, cool nights |
| April | 18.6 °C (65 °F) | 8.0 °C (46 °F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | Moderate (Easter) | Moderate | ⚠️ Spring, more frequent rain |
| May | 22.8 °C (73 °F) | 12.4 °C (54 °F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | Moderate | Moderate | ✅ Greenery, wettest month in Tbilisi |
| June | 27.7 °C (82 °F) | 16.6 °C (62 °F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | High | Moderate to high | ✅ Warm, start of the mountain season |
| July | 31.1 °C (88 °F) | 20.0 °C (68 °F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | High | High | ⚠️ Hot on the plains, ideal in the mountains |
| August | 30.9 °C (88 °F) | 19.7 °C (67 °F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | Very high | High | ⚠️ Hot on the plains, peak Black Sea season |
| September | 26.1 °C (79 °F) | 15.7 °C (60 °F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | High | Moderate to high | ✅ Mild, grape harvest, mountains still accessible |
| October | 19.4 °C (67 °F) | 10.4 °C (51 °F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | Moderate | Moderate | ✅ Autumn colors, wine festival |
| November | 12.4 °C (54 °F) | 4.6 °C (40 °F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | Low | Low | ⚠️ Cool, mountains closed |
| December | 7.6 °C (46 °F) | 0.4 °C (33 °F) | 25 mm (1.0 in) | Low | Low | ❌ Cold, except for skiing and festivities |
Worth noting: in Tbilisi, rain is concentrated in spring (May is the wettest month) and summer is hot and rather dry. Winter is cold but not very humid. These figures do not apply to the west of the country or to the mountains, where conditions are very different.
The seasons in Georgia: pros and cons
Spring (April to June): green Georgia
Spring is a very good season for the east of the country and for historic sites. In Tbilisi, highs rise from 18.6 °C (65 °F) in April to 27.7 °C (82 °F) in June. May is the wettest month, with 86 mm (3.4 in), often in the form of showers. The valleys are green and in flower. In the high mountains, however, snow remains on the passes until early summer: some roads and many trails are not yet passable in April–May.
- Pros: green landscapes, pleasant temperatures, moderate prices, historic sites quiet on weekdays
- Cons: frequent showers in May, high mountains still snowy, cool Black Sea water
- Our tip: late May–June to combine Tbilisi, Kakheti and Kazbegi
Summer (July–August): mountains and the Black Sea
Summer is the hiking season in the Greater Caucasus: Kazbegi, Svaneti (Mestia, Ushguli) and Tusheti, whose access road is normally open only part of the year. It is also the peak beach season in Batumi and on the Black Sea coast. On the eastern plains it is hot: about 31 °C (88 °F) in the afternoon in July–August in Tbilisi according to the normals, more during heatwaves.
- Pros: trails and passes open, long days, swimming in the Black Sea
- Cons: heat in Tbilisi and Kakheti, rising prices and crowds, mountain accommodation in high demand
- Who is it for? Hikers and travelers who want to combine mountains and sea
Autumn (September–October): grape harvest and soft light
September is still hot (26 °C (79 °F) in the afternoon in Tbilisi) and October mild (19 °C (66 °F)). It is the season of rtveli, the grape harvest, in Kakheti, the main wine region of the east. The mountains are still accessible in September, more uncertain in October, when the first snow can fall at altitude. On the west coast, autumn is on the contrary the wettest season.
- Pros: pleasant climate in the east, grape harvest, autumn colors, crowds falling after mid-September
- Cons: shorter days, risk of snow in the mountains in October, heavy rain on the Black Sea
- Our tip: September for a first complete trip, mountains included
Winter (November to March): skiing and the cities
Winter is cold but fairly dry in Tbilisi: about 7 °C (45 °F) in the afternoon and nights around 0 °C (32 °F) in December–January. The high mountains are snow-covered: it is the ski season at Gudauri, on the Georgian Military Road, and at Bakuriani, in the Lesser Caucasus. Most hikes and some high-altitude roads are then impassable, and the road to Tusheti is closed.
- Pros: low prices, empty historic sites, skiing, New Year and Orthodox Christmas (January 7) festivities
- Cons: cold, short days, mountains inaccessible outside the resorts, roads sometimes cut by snow
- Who is it for? A city stay in Tbilisi or a ski trip
When to go to Georgia by region
Comparison of the normals of three cities, representative of the dry east, the humid west and wine-growing Kakheti:
| Month | Tbilisi | Kutaisi (west) | Telavi (Kakheti) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.6 °C (44 °F) / 20 mm (0.8 in) | 9.2 °C (49 °F) / 165 mm (6.5 in) | 6.3 °C (43 °F) / 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| February | 7.6 °C (46 °F) / 27 mm (1.1 in) | 10.1 °C (50 °F) / 121 mm (4.8 in) | 7.9 °C (46 °F) / 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| March | 12.3 °C (54 °F) / 33 mm (1.3 in) | 14.2 °C (58 °F) / 130 mm (5.1 in) | 12.6 °C (55 °F) / 52 mm (2.0 in) |
| April | 18.6 °C (65 °F) / 56 mm (2.2 in) | 19.9 °C (68 °F) / 88 mm (3.5 in) | 17.8 °C (64 °F) / 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| May | 22.8 °C (73 °F) / 86 mm (3.4 in) | 23.9 °C (75 °F) / 91 mm (3.6 in) | 22.7 °C (73 °F) / 119 mm (4.7 in) |
| June | 27.7 °C (82 °F) / 72 mm (2.8 in) | 26.9 °C (80 °F) / 110 mm (4.3 in) | 27.3 °C (81 °F) / 96 mm (3.8 in) |
| July | 31.1 °C (88 °F) / 48 mm (1.9 in) | 28.6 °C (83 °F) / 98 mm (3.9 in) | 30.2 °C (86 °F) / 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| August | 30.9 °C (88 °F) / 44 mm (1.7 in) | 29.3 °C (85 °F) / 97 mm (3.8 in) | 30.4 °C (87 °F) / 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| September | 26.1 °C (79 °F) / 43 mm (1.7 in) | 26.4 °C (80 °F) / 115 mm (4.5 in) | 25.4 °C (78 °F) / 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| October | 19.4 °C (67 °F) / 43 mm (1.7 in) | 21.8 °C (71 °F) / 148 mm (5.8 in) | 19.2 °C (67 °F) / 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| November | 12.4 °C (54 °F) / 35 mm (1.4 in) | 15.8 °C (60 °F) / 146 mm (5.7 in) | 12.3 °C (54 °F) / 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| December | 7.6 °C (46 °F) / 25 mm (1.0 in) | 11.4 °C (53 °F) / 153 mm (6.0 in) | 8.0 °C (46 °F) / 29 mm (1.1 in) |
In one table: the recommended period for each major region, month by month.
| Region | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tbilisi and the center | ⚠️ | ⚠️ | ⚠️ | ⚠️ | ✅ | ✅ | ⚠️ | ⚠️ | ✅ | ✅ | ⚠️ | ⚠️ |
| Kakheti (Telavi) | ❌ | ❌ | ⚠️ | ⚠️ | ✅ | ✅ | ⚠️ | ⚠️ | ✅ | ✅ | ⚠️ | ❌ |
| West (Kutaisi, Imereti) | ⚠️ | ⚠️ | ⚠️ | ⚠️ | ✅ | ✅ | ⚠️ | ⚠️ | ✅ | ⚠️ | ⚠️ | ⚠️ |
| Black Sea (Batumi), for the beach | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ⚠️ | ⚠️ | ✅ | ✅ | ⚠️ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Greater Caucasus (Kazbegi, Svaneti, Tusheti) | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ⚠️ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ⚠️ | ❌ | ❌ |
Tbilisi and the center of the country
Tbilisi, Mtskheta and the Gori region are best visited from May to June and from September to October. Summer is hot and winter cold but dry: the city can be visited all year.
Kakheti
In Telavi, temperatures are close to those of Tbilisi, but rain is heavier in spring (119 mm (4.7 in) in May). The best period runs from September to October, during the grape harvest, and from May to June, when the vines and hills are green.
The west: Kutaisi, Imereti and the Black Sea
The west is much wetter: Kutaisi receives more than 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain every month, and nearly 150 mm (5.9 in) from October to January. Winters there are, however, milder than in Tbilisi. The Black Sea coast, around Batumi, is even more humid, especially from late summer to winter. For the beach, aim for July–August; for sightseeing (monasteries, canyons, caves around Kutaisi), May–June and September.
The Greater Caucasus: Kazbegi, Svaneti, Tusheti
We did not find usable official normals for the mountain villages. In practice, the hiking season runs from July to September; June and October are possible at low altitude, with a risk of snow on the passes. Check locally on road openings, in particular for Tusheti. According to the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 15 September 2026), altitude sickness is a risk at Gudauri, Mount Kazbegi and Mount Tetnuldi.
When to go to Georgia for your plans
| Your plan | Best time | Where? |
|---|---|---|
| First trip (cities, monasteries, wine) | Mid-May to June, September to mid-October | Tbilisi, Mtskheta, Kakheti, Kazbegi |
| Mountain hiking | July to September | Kazbegi, Svaneti, Tusheti |
| Wine and grape harvest | September–October | Kakheti (Telavi, Sighnaghi) |
| Beach | July–August | Batumi, Black Sea coast |
| Skiing | Winter | Gudauri, Bakuriani |
| City stay in Tbilisi | April to June, September–October | Tbilisi |
| Tight budget | November, March, outside holidays | Tbilisi, Kutaisi |
| Family trip | June, September | Tbilisi, Kakheti, Kazbegi |
Major events to fit into your trip
| Period | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| January 7 | Orthodox Christmas | Nationwide |
| Spring (date varies) | Orthodox Easter | Nationwide |
| May 26 | Independence Day | Tbilisi and nationwide |
| September–October | Rtveli, the grape harvest | Kakheti and wine regions |
| Autumn (date varies) | Tbilisoba, the Tbilisi city festival | Tbilisi |
Georgia month by month
Georgia in January: The coldest month in Tbilisi: about 7 °C (45 °F) in the afternoon and -1 °C (30 °F) at night. Orthodox Christmas on January 7, ski season in the mountains, low prices in the city.
Georgia in February: Still cold and dry in Tbilisi. Skiing at Gudauri and Bakuriani. Mountains outside the resorts hard to reach.
Georgia in March: Afternoons soften (12 °C (54 °F) in Tbilisi). A good month for a low-cost city stay; the mountains remain snowy.
Georgia in April: Spring arrives (18.6 °C (65 °F)), with more frequent rain. Orthodox Easter often falls in April or May.
Georgia in May: Very green landscapes, 23 °C (73 °F) in the afternoon. It is the wettest month in Tbilisi (86 mm (3.4 in)), mostly in showers. Independence Day on May 26.
Georgia in June: One of the best months: warm (28 °C (82 °F)) without the excess of summer, and the start of the mountain season, depending on snow on the passes.
Georgia in July: Hot on the plains (31 °C (88 °F) in Tbilisi). The right time for Svaneti, Kazbegi, Tusheti and the Black Sea.
Georgia in August: Same profile as July, with the heaviest crowds, notably in Batumi. Book early in the mountains.
Georgia in September: Excellent month: 26 °C (79 °F) in Tbilisi, mountains still accessible, grape harvest in Kakheti.
Georgia in October: Mild (19 °C (66 °F)) and colorful. End of the grape harvest, first snow possible at altitude. The west becomes very rainy.
Georgia in November: Cool (12 °C (54 °F)), mountain roads uncertain. City stay in Tbilisi at low prices.
Georgia in December: Cold but dry in Tbilisi, start of the ski season. Festive atmosphere in the city for the end-of-year holidays.
When to avoid going to Georgia
- December to February: cold, uncertain mountain roads and snowy trails, except for skiing
- July–August in Tbilisi: about 31 °C (88 °F) in the afternoon; head to the mountains instead
- November in the mountains: the hiking season is over in the Greater Caucasus
When to book your trip to Georgia
For June, July, August and September, book flights and accommodation 2 to 4 months ahead, especially for mountain guesthouses (Kazbegi, Mestia), which have few rooms. In May and October, 1 to 2 months is generally enough.
Planning your trip to Georgia
- Entry requirements: rules depend on your nationality: see our entry requirements for Georgia.
- Medicines: according to the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 15 September 2026), Georgia has a very strict anti-drugs policy that covers prescription and non-prescription medicines, including non-prescription medicines containing codeine, which are illegal; if you carry legal prescription medicine, bring a doctor’s prescription and the original packaging.
- Natural hazards: according to the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 15 September 2026), small earthquakes are frequent in Georgia, and lightning and wildfires are a risk in summer, particularly in the mountains.
- Currency: the Georgian lari (GEL). Check the rate with our currency converter.
- Health: according to the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 15 September 2026), health risks include rabies (get medical attention immediately if a dog bites or scratches you), venomous snakes (vipers), particularly in early summer, and varying water quality (bottled water is widely available).
To plan your trip, read our Georgia travel guide. For a combined trip or a comparison: when to go to Turkey and our guide to Uzbekistan.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to visit Georgia?
June and September are the most balanced months: it is warm without excess in Tbilisi (about 26 to 28 °C (79 to 82 °F) in the afternoon according to the official normals) and the mountains are normally accessible. May and October also suit, without the high mountains.
When is the best time to hike in Georgia?
From July to September in the Greater Caucasus (Kazbegi, Svaneti, Tusheti). In June and October, snow may still or already block the passes: check locally.
Is Tbilisi hot in summer?
Yes. Average highs exceed 30 °C (86 °F) in July and August at the Tbilisi airport station. Nights stay around 20 °C (68 °F).
When should you go to Batumi and the Black Sea?
In July and August, the beach season. The coast is the wettest region of the country, especially from late summer to winter.
Can you visit Georgia in winter?
Yes, for Tbilisi, which remains visitable despite the cold, and for skiing at Gudauri or Bakuriani. The high mountains are, however, inaccessible outside the resorts.
Is all of Georgia accessible to travelers?
No. The UK FCDO (GOV.UK, updated 15 September 2026) advises against all travel to Abkhazia and South Ossetia, and against all but essential travel to the areas next to their administrative boundary lines.
Is May a good time to visit Georgia?
Yes for Tbilisi, Kakheti and the west: about 23 °C (73 °F) in the afternoon and green countryside. It is, however, the wettest month in Tbilisi (86 mm (3.4 in)), and the high mountains open mostly from June.
Is October a good idea for Georgia?
Yes: about 19 °C (66 °F) in the afternoon in Tbilisi, 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain on average, autumn colors and the wine season. In the mountains, the hiking season is coming to an end.
Our sources
- World Meteorological Organization, 1981–2010 normals for Tbilisi airport (distributed by NOAA NCEI) and Kutaisi
- NOAA NCEI, 1991–2020 normals for Telavi
- Entry, health and safety information read on 26 October 2026: UK FCDO, foreign travel advice for Georgia (GOV.UK, updated 15 September 2026), and U.S. Department of State, Georgia country information (travel.state.gov, last updated September 17, 2026). Public holidays checked on 11 November 2026: georgia.travel, national holidays in Georgia
- Our methodology
Updated November 2026.
