Best Travel Time & Climate

Thanks to its geographical diversity — from the Black Sea to the 5,000-meter peaks of the Caucasus — Georgia has several climate zones: subtropical on the west coast, continental in eastern Georgia, and alpine in the high mountains.

🟢 Best Time: May–June and September–October

The absolute recommendation for most travelers:

• May–June: Spring — pleasant 20–28°C in Tbilisi, wildflowers in the Caucasus, hiking season begins. Kakheti is greening, the vineyards are budding. Not too hot, not too crowded.
• September–October: THE insider tip. Grape harvest (Rtveli) in Kakheti — families invite you to join! Warm weather (20–25°C), golden autumn colors, crystal-clear mountain views. The best time for hikes in the Caucasus.

🔴 Summer: July – August

Up to 40°C in Tbilisi — unbearably hot. Perfect for hiking in the high mountains (Tusheti, Svaneti) and beach holidays in Batumi. The mountains are pleasantly cool (15–25°C). Hotels in the mountains and in Batumi are full — book early!

🔵 Winter: December – March

Tbilisi: 0–8°C, occasional snow. The old town has a winter charm. Perfect for skiing in Gudauri or Bakuriani. Kakheti and Kutaisi are cold, but the tourist crowds are absent. Mountain passes (Tusheti, Svaneti sections) are closed!

Climate Table: Tbilisi

Month	Air °C	Sun Hours	Rainy Days	Rating
January	-2–6	3	5	⭐⭐
February	-1–8	4	5	⭐⭐
March	3–13	5	6	⭐⭐⭐
April	8–19	6	7	⭐⭐⭐⭐
May	13–24	8	8	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
June	17–29	9	6	⭐⭐⭐⭐
July	20–33	10	4	⭐⭐⭐
August	20–33	9	4	⭐⭐⭐
September	15–28	8	4	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
October	9–21	6	5	⭐⭐⭐⭐
November	4–13	4	5	⭐⭐⭐
December	0–7	3	5	⭐⭐

Climate Table: Batumi (Black Sea Coast)

Month	Air °C	Water °C	Sun Hours	Rainy Days
January	5–10	10	3	12
April	11–18	14	5	8
July	21–28	25	8	7
October	14–22	20	5	10