Augusta Weather Radar

Augusta Live Weather

Augusta Live Weather Radar

Click to toggle between the Augusta cloud cover radar map and the Augusta precipitation radar map.

Augusta Hourly Weather Forecast

Augusta 7-Day Weather Forecast

Augusta Weather Overview

Augusta sits on the Savannah River Fall Line in east-central Georgia, where warm, humid air meets seasonal storm systems from the Gulf and Atlantic. The city has a humid subtropical climate — hot, muggy summers and mild winters punctuated by occasional ice. With about 46 inches of rainfall per year, Augusta sees significant precipitation across every season, with the wettest months June through August bringing near-daily afternoon thunderstorms.

Severe thunderstorms are the most frequent hazard in the Augusta GA area. Spring supercells and summer convective storms produce damaging winds, large hail, and dangerous lightning across Richmond County and the wider CSRA region. Tornadoes are not rare — the area averages two to four per year, mostly in spring. Tropical remnants also track inland: Hurricane Hugo's path in September 1989 brought widespread wind damage to Augusta long after making landfall near Charleston. During hurricane season, the Augusta GA weather radar is the best way to monitor tropical moisture moving inland from the coast.

Winter brings occasional but impactful ice storms. The January 2014 ice storm deposited over an inch of freezing rain across Augusta, shutting roads and knocking out power across Richmond County for days. The NWS Weather Forecast Office serving Augusta is WFO CAE in Columbia, South Carolina. Snow is rare — Augusta's record is 14 inches in February 1973 — but freezing rain is the real winter threat. Keep the Augusta GA weather radar bookmarked before any winter precipitation event to track the rain-to-ice line as it approaches.

Augusta Weather Risks & Safety

Key weather hazards to monitor on the Augusta weather radar

Severe Thunderstorm Risk

Severe thunderstorms roll through Augusta regularly, especially spring through early fall. Expect damaging winds above 58 mph, large hail, and dangerous lightning. The radar shows you each storm cell's position, movement, and intensity — so you can tell if one is headed your way. When a thunderstorm warning drops for Augusta, get indoors and away from windows until it passes.

Flooding & Flash Flood Risk

Flash flooding is Augusta's most persistent weather hazard. Slow-moving thunderstorms or tropical moisture can dump enough rain to overwhelm drainage systems within hours — especially in paved urban areas where water has nowhere to go. Check the radar to see where the heaviest rain is falling and which areas to avoid. The standing rule: turn around, don't drown. Never drive through flooded roads, even if they look shallow.

Tornado Risk

Tornadoes hit Augusta hardest in spring and early summer, when warm Gulf air slams into cooler northern fronts. Supercell thunderstorms can spin up EF2+ tornadoes with very little lead time. On radar, rotation signatures inside storm cells give you a few critical minutes to reach shelter. Augusta averages several tornado warnings per year — know where your safe room or interior closet is before you need it.

Ice Storm Risk

Ice storms are rare in Augusta but devastating when they hit. A quarter-inch of freezing rain coats everything — roads turn into skating rinks, power lines snap, trees come down. The radar shows whether you're getting rain, freezing rain, sleet, or snow — that distinction is critical. When Augusta gets an ice storm warning, stay off the roads and prepare for power outages that could last several days.

How to Use Augusta Weather Radar

Follow these steps to get the most from the Augusta weather radar data.

Check Current Conditions

Look at the weather status bar at the top of the Augusta GA radar page — it shows current temperature, humidity, wind speed, and sky conditions for the Augusta metro area at a glance.

Watch the Radar Map

The radar map shows precipitation moving across Augusta and the CSRA region. Hit play on the animation to see which direction storms are tracking and how fast they are approaching Richmond County.

Monitor the Forecast

Scroll to the hourly and 7-day forecast. During Masters week in April, afternoon thunderstorms are common — check the Augusta GA weather radar before heading to Augusta National Golf Club or any outdoor venue.

Track Severe Weather Events

When the NWS Columbia office (WFO CAE) issues a watch or warning for Augusta, return to the radar for real-time tracking. The animation shows storm cell movement across the Savannah River valley and surrounding counties.

Who Benefits from Augusta Weather Radar

How different people use the Augusta radar data

Commuters & Drivers

Check radar before driving I-20 or Gordon Highway — spot storms and flooding on your route.

Outdoor Enthusiasts

Golfers at Augusta National and hikers along the Augusta Canal — see incoming storms 30 min out.

Event Planners & Families

Planning events at SRP Park or the Augusta Common? Radar shows exactly when rain hits downtown.

Outdoor Workers

Construction and military personnel at Fort Eisenhower — check radar before outdoor work shifts.

Augusta Weather FAQ

Common questions about Augusta weather patterns and radar

When is severe weather season in Augusta, GA?

Severe weather peaks in spring, from March through May, when warm Gulf air collides with cooler fronts to produce supercell thunderstorms capable of large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. A secondary severe weather season occurs in autumn, typically October and November. Summer afternoons bring frequent but generally less organized thunderstorms.

Does Augusta, Georgia get tornadoes?

Yes, the Augusta and CSRA region averages two to four tornadoes per year, most occurring in spring. The April 2020 outbreak produced an EF-2 tornado in Burke County southeast of Augusta. Most tornadoes in the area are EF-0 or EF-1, but stronger events are possible. Know your shelter location before spring storm season begins.

How does hurricane season affect Augusta, GA?

Augusta is about 200 miles inland, so direct hurricane landfalls are not a threat. However, weakened tropical systems regularly bring heavy rain and gusty winds to the area. Hurricane Hugo's remnants in September 1989 caused widespread wind damage across Augusta long after making landfall near Charleston, South Carolina.

What is Augusta's worst winter weather threat?

Ice storms are Augusta's most disruptive winter hazard. The January 2014 ice storm deposited over an inch of freezing rain, shutting down roads and causing extended power outages across Richmond County for several days. Snow is rare — Augusta's all-time record is 14 inches in February 1973 — but freezing rain is the real danger.

How much rain does Augusta, Georgia get per year?

Augusta averages about 46 inches of rainfall per year, distributed fairly evenly throughout the seasons. The wettest period is typically June through August, when warm, humid air fuels daily afternoon thunderstorms. Fall is the driest season. Tropical moisture from Atlantic and Gulf systems can push annual totals significantly higher in active years.

How is this radar different from WRDW or WJBF weather radar?

WRDW (CBS 12) and WJBF (ABC 6) pair their Augusta radar with live meteorologist forecasts and storm coverage — valuable when severe weather is actively threatening the area. This page provides a lightweight, ad-free alternative focused on interactive RainViewer radar maps and forecast data. Radar imagery updates approximately every 10 minutes, with hourly and 7-day forecasts from Open-Meteo.