Best Time to Visit Georgia

May, June or September can be the best time to visit Georgia as temperatures remain low during this period. Georgia is a gorgeous country located between the Caucasus Mountains and the Black Sea. Not many people visit Georgia from India for their vacations, but this country offers a great combination of history and nature.

This is a small country, but it has diverse climate conditions. Knowing the average temperatures and annual rainfall based on seasons will help you plan your trip better.

Spring Season

• Time Period: March to May
• Average temperature: 3 to 24 degrees Celsius
• Annual Rainfall: Around 141 mm

This season is a great time to explore Georgia because the weather is ideal. It is warm and sunny during the summer months, and one can roam freely around the streets and explore the small country. Many beautiful flowers blossom during spring, and the country looks truly spectacular.

If you visit during spring, you can enjoy certain events like Georgia National Day and Easter. So, if you are planning to travel to Georgia from India, here are certain activities that you can participate in:

1. Taste local Georgian Wine at Kakheti

2. Eat local foods like Khachapuri

3. Explore the numerous watch towers and the mediaeval land of Svaneti

4. Hike to visit the Gergeti Trinity Church

5. Explore the Caves of Gareji

6. See the making process and taste a huge variety of cheeses at Cheese Festival

7. Raft and explore the Martvili Canyon

8. Laze around in the Batumi Beach

9. Admire the Ananuri Castle

10. Go trekking in the Caucasian Mountains

Summer Season

• Time Period: June to August
• Average Temperature: 18 degrees to 32 degrees Celsius
• Annual Rainfall: Around 117 mm

In most parts of Georgia, the first half of June feels like spring, and the temperature starts to rise in July. If you are visiting Georgia during this time, you can opt for glamping (glamorous camping) during June and enjoy music festivals in July. Furthermore, you can go swimming in August because the temperatures will be quite high this year.

Here are some of the best places to visit in Georgia and great outdoor activities that you can participate in during summers:

1. Take a day trip to Gori, just 83 km away from Tbilisi

2. Go camping or glamping in places like Svaneti

3. Enjoy the weather in the mountainous regions of Upper Adjara and Racha

4. Have a great vacation in summer resorts like Sairme and Abastumani

5. Tap your foot to amazing jazz music at the Black Sea Jazz Festival in Batumi

6. Go for white water river rafting in the Aragvi River

7. Try paragliding at Gudauri Paragliding Ski Resort

8. Go hiking to see and admire the beauty of Abudelauri Lakes

9. Check out the fantastic waterfalls at Mtirala National Park

10. Go kayaking at Kolkheti National Park

Autumn Season

• Time Period: September to November
• Average Temperature: 5 degrees to 27 degrees Celsius
• Annual Rainfall: Around 76 mm 

The autumn seasons are spectacular and a perfect time to sightsee all the major tourist attractions in Georgia. Rainfalls are quite frequent in this season, but the humidity remains low.

During autumn, the surroundings in Georgia look wonderful with the multi-coloured fall hues. The beginning of this season is perfect for walking and hiking trips because the days are sunny but pleasant. You can also indulge yourself in indoor activities. Below are some of our top picks that you can try during your trip to Georgia:

1. Celebrate Tbilisoba with the locals

2. Admire the pretty views of the season at Bateti Lake

3. Have a good time at Rtveli, a wine-harvesting holiday in Kakheti

4. Go hiking in Lagodekhi National Park to see the Black Rock Lake

5. Take a stroll down the streets of Kutaisi, Georgia’s former capital, with your partners

6. Get pictures from talented artists at the Kolga Tbilisi Photo Exhibition and Tbilisi Photo Festival

7. Swim in the warm waters of the Black Sea

8. Admire the picturesque views of Lake Shaori

9. Experience the rich village culture of Shatili and Khevsureti during the Shatiloba festival

10. Have fun at one of Georgia’s famous haunted houses like Haunted Montrose or Netherworld

Winter Season

• Time Period: December to February
• Temperature Range: -1 to 9 degrees Celsius
• Average Rainfall: Around 46 mm

Winters in Georgia have a climate too harsh for Indian travellers. The temperatures are too low on most days of the week, and it also rains. At night the temperatures can fall to sub-zero ranges, making it difficult for people to enjoy their trip.

In terms of tourism, not many people from other countries visit Georgia during this time. You may not be able to visit all the famous places to see in Georgia because the sky generally tends to be gloomy.

Additionally, it snows in most parts of the country except for places near the coast and its capital Tbilisi. So, if you wish to visit Georgia during winter, be prepared to face harsh weather conditions.

However, temperatures near the coast will be somewhat moderate or less cold than in higher regions. There are a few places you could visit if you wanted to. We suggest you carry an umbrella and lots of warm clothes like a sweater, windcheater, jacket, gloves and scarves to keep yourself warm.

The cheapest months to visit Georgia are the months from November to February. Georgia is already a relatively affordable place to visit. So, though the temperatures are too unfavourably low for Indian tourists, winter presents a great opportunity for tourists willing to brave the cold climate.

This is because not many people travel to Georgia during this time. Therefore, there are not many events that take place during this season. However, you will easily get lower prices for flight tickets and hotel rooms. You can also consult with a travel agency that will be able to customise a Georgia tour package at more budget-friendly prices than during the peak seasons.

You can celebrate Christmas and New Year here, which the locals celebrate with much grandeur. For many, this is the best time to indulge in skiing, snowboarding and other winter adventure sports.

Certain tour packages will also offer night stays at ski resorts at extremely affordable prices. During this season, you can try to explore all the beautiful monuments and historical places in Georgia. This season is perfect if you want to try your hands at winter sports or in cosy hotel rooms.

Before you explore all the places to visit in Georgia, you need to know certain things, and these are:

• Learn a few phrases and words in Georgian or Russian as it would help you to communicate with locals.
• You will not easily find public transportation in rural or small towns in Georgia.
• Tipping is not compulsory in Georgia because they charge 10% to 18% service charges in the total bill.
• Make sure to try the local cuisine because Georgian food has a diverse food that includes pastries, bread and meat.
• If a local invites you to their home, remember that you need to carry a gift for your host. These gifts can include chocolates, wine and flowers.
• There are a lot of street food vendors owned by locals and fast-food joints that sell delicious food at low prices.
• Remember to visit museums because the entry fees are extremely cheap in almost all museums in Georgia.
• You will easily get Wi-Fi except for remote areas in Georgia.
• Remember to carry cash everywhere because you can use cards for payments in major cities, but in rural areas, you will not find electronic payment methods.

Below we have curated a list of tips that will come in handy for you when you are travelling in this country and exploring all the tourist places in Georgia:

• First, purchase a local SIM as soon as you land in Georgia.
• Then, download an app called Bolt for booking all your cabs while you are in Georgia.
• Finally, never take a taxi from the airport; instead, book one from the Bolt app.
• Tbilisi has an amazing public transportation system. This is why we suggest you purchase a transport card so that you can explore the city easily.
• Be careful when you are out on the streets because it is common for Georgians to drive rashly.
• You can use GoTrip if you want to go for long-distance journeys.
• If you want to drive around Georgia and wish to drive yourself, then book a cab from local travel agents.
• Use Google Maps for navigation because that is the most reliable navigation app.

As we have already mentioned, knowing the Georgian language will be helpful for you to navigate. Below we have listed down certain phrases which you can use to communicate with people:

• Hello- Gamarjoba
• Excuse- Ukatsravad
• Please- Tu Sheidzleba
• Yes- Ki
• No- Ara
• Thank You- Madloba
• You’re Welcome- Arapris
• I do not understand- Ver Gavige
• Goodbye- Nakhvamdis

Now that we have discussed in detail the best time to visit Georgia, we hope you will be able to make your travel itinerary with ease. We also would like to suggest you purchase a travel insurance policy for yourself and your family. This will help you to travel around the country without worrying about covering the cost of unforeseeable expenses.