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Soil Temperature in Georgia

The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Georgia is 75°F, based on 6 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 50°F to 85°F. Last updated May 18, 2026.

Current Planting Conditions

Warm-season grasses are actively growing across Georgia with soil averaging 75°F at 2 inches. Bermuda, zoysia, and St. Augustine can be seeded or sodded now. Cool-season overseeding is closing for the season.

Monitoring Stations in Georgia (6)

Station2" TempLast Reading
Watkinsville #1 (Oconee)73°F2026-05-18
Little River (Tift)50°F2025-12-09
Newton 8 W78°F2026-05-18
Newton 11 SW84°F2026-05-18
Watkinsville 5 SSE78°F2026-05-18
Brunswick 23 S85°F2026-05-18

Cities in Georgia (78)

Cities in Georgia with current soil temperature readings
CityZIPCurrent TempDistance from state center
Acworth30101—121 mi
Albany31701—85 mi
Alpharetta30004—113 mi
Alto30510—126 mi
Americus31709—61 mi
Athens30601—92 mi
Atl30347—96 mi
Atlanta30301—102 mi
Augusta30901—102 mi
Austell30106—107 mi
Bainbridge39817—136 mi
Baxley31513—87 mi
Blairsville30512—158 mi
Brunswick31520—152 mi
Buford30515—97 mi
Cairo39827—125 mi
Calhoun30701—154 mi
Canton30114—127 mi
Carrollton30112—115 mi
Cartersville30120—133 mi
Columbus31901—90 mi
Commerce30529—109 mi
Conyers30012—81 mi
Cordele31010—54 mi
Covington30014—66 mi
Cumming30028—122 mi
Dahlonega30533—134 mi
Dallas30132—119 mi
Dalton30719—171 mi
Decatur30030—92 mi
Douglas31533—86 mi
Douglasville30133—104 mi
Dublin31021—32 mi
Duluth30095—104 mi
Eatonton31024—47 mi
Ellijay30536—149 mi
Fayetteville30214—83 mi
Forest Park30297—86 mi
Fort Benning31905—88 mi
Fort Stewart31314—118 mi
Gainesville30501—117 mi
Griffin30223—64 mi
Hinesville31310—131 mi
Jesup31545—116 mi
Jonesboro30236—81 mi
Kennesaw30144—117 mi
Lagrange30240—98 mi
Lawrenceville30042—97 mi
Lilburn30047—92 mi
Lithonia30038—83 mi
Macon31201—15 mi
Marietta30006—111 mi
Mcdonough30252—68 mi
Milledgeville31059—33 mi
Monroe30655—81 mi
Morrow30260—83 mi
Moultrie31768—103 mi
Newnan30263—94 mi
Norcross30003—97 mi
North Metro30026—101 mi
Peachtree City30269—83 mi
Reidsville30453—86 mi
Riverdale30274—84 mi
Rome30161—148 mi
Roswell30075—111 mi
Savannah31401—143 mi
Smyrna30080—105 mi
Snellville30039—88 mi
Statesboro30458—98 mi
Stone Mountain30083—91 mi
Thomasville31757—126 mi
Tifton31793—82 mi
Tucker30084—95 mi
Valdosta31601—131 mi
Vidalia30474—68 mi
Warner Robins31088—12 mi
Waycross31501—117 mi
Woodstock30188—119 mi

Soil Temperature FAQ for Georgia

What is the current soil temperature in Georgia?

The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Georgia is 75°F, based on 6 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 50°F to 85°F depending on location and elevation.

When should I apply pre-emergent in Georgia?

Apply pre-emergent herbicide when soil at 2 inches reaches 55°F for several consecutive days. Timing varies across Georgia, so check your city's page for station-specific readings and the pre-emergent timing recommendation.

When can I plant grass seed in Georgia?

Cool-season grasses (fescue, bluegrass) can be seeded when soil holds between 50 and 65°F. Warm-season grasses (bermuda, zoysia) need soil above 65°F. Timing varies by location, so check your city's planting window for the dates specific to your area.