Best Time to Visit Georgia: A Month-by-Month Guide from a Local

“When is the best time to visit Georgia?” is the question I hear most often from my guests. The honest answer: there is no bad season – Georgia changes completely from month to month. Spring brings green valleys and blossoms, summer opens the high mountains, autumn is the grape harvest, and winter turns Gudauri and Kazbegi into a snowy postcard.

In this guide I share, as a local guide from Tbilisi, what each season is really like, where to go in each month and how to plan your trip so the weather works for you.

The Short Answer: When Is the Best Time to Visit Georgia?

• Best overall: May–June and September–October. Pleasant temperatures, green or golden landscapes and almost every road open.
• Best for the mountains (Kazbegi, Svaneti, Tusheti): June to September.
• Best for wine: mid-September to October, during the grape harvest (Rtveli) in Kakheti.
• Best for skiing and snow: December to March in Gudauri and Bakuriani.
• Best for the Black Sea (Batumi): July to September.

Georgia Month by Month

Temperatures are approximate daytime averages for Tbilisi. The mountains are always cooler – in Kazbegi it can be 10–15°C colder than in the city.

Spring in Georgia (March–May)

Spring is one of my favourite seasons. The hills around Tbilisi turn bright green, fruit trees blossom and the temperatures are perfect for walking. It is the ideal time for a Tbilisi city break, a Mtskheta and Jvari day trip or a wine day in Kakheti before the summer heat.

What to keep in mind

• In March and April there is still snow in the high mountains, and some hiking trails are closed.
• Orthodox Easter is a big family holiday in Georgia – a beautiful time to see local traditions.
• Bring a light jacket: spring evenings can be cool and rainy.

Summer in Georgia (June–August)

Summer is the high season. Tbilisi gets hot (often above 30°C), so this is when I send my guests up to the mountains. Kazbegi is fresh and green, Svaneti is perfect for hiking, and the remote region of Tusheti is reachable only in the warm months, when its mountain road is open (usually from around June to early October).

Summer is also beach season on the Black Sea. Batumi and Adjara are lively from July to September. Many travellers from the Gulf countries visit Georgia in summer, because the mountains are so much cooler than at home.

What to keep in mind

• Book drivers, guides and hotels early – July and August are the busiest months.
• Plan city sightseeing for the morning and evening, and spend the hot afternoons in the mountains or by the water.
• Even in summer, nights in Kazbegi and Svaneti can be cold.

Autumn in Georgia (September–November)

If you love wine, come in autumn. From mid-September to October Georgian families celebrate Rtveli, the grape harvest. In Kakheti you can pick grapes, see how wine is made in clay qvevri and taste it straight from the cellar. Read my guide to a Kakheti wine tour from Tbilisi to plan your day.

Autumn is also wonderful for nature: the forests of Borjomi and the canyons of Western Georgia turn golden, and the weather is still warm enough for hiking. In October, Tbilisi celebrates Tbilisoba, the city’s festival with food, music and wine.

What to keep in mind

• September and October are almost as popular as summer – book wine tours in advance.
• November is quiet and calm, with fewer tourists and good value, but the mountains already get the first snow.

Winter in Georgia (December–February)

Winter in Georgia is magical and still underrated. Gudauri is the country’s most popular ski resort, with the season usually running from December to April (we also arrange transfers to Gudauri). Kazbegi covered in snow, with Gergeti Trinity Church above the clouds, is one of the most beautiful views in the Caucasus.

Tbilisi itself stays mild, usually a few degrees above zero, and the city is beautifully decorated for New Year and Orthodox Christmas on 7 January. It is the perfect season for sulphur baths, wine bars and cosy Georgian dinners.

What to keep in mind

• The road to Kazbegi crosses the Jvari Pass and can close for some hours after heavy snowfall. With a local driver we always check the conditions and adjust the plan. Read more in my Tbilisi to Kazbegi guide.
• Bring warm, waterproof shoes for the mountains.
• Tusheti is closed in winter, and some high hiking areas are not accessible.

Which Season Is Best for You?

• First trip to Georgia: May, June, September or early October. Combine Tbilisi, Kazbegi, Kakheti and Mtskheta – see my 7-day Georgia itinerary.
• Families and travellers from the Gulf: June to September, with time in the cool mountains.
• Wine lovers: mid-September to October.
• Skiers and snow lovers: December to March.
• Travellers on a budget: November and March, when it is quieter.

Best Time to Visit Georgia: FAQ

What is the best month to visit Georgia?

For most travellers, September and May are the best months: warm but not hot, with all the main regions accessible and beautiful landscapes.

When is the rainy season in Georgia?

Late spring (May–June) is usually the wettest time in Tbilisi and eastern Georgia, while the Black Sea coast around Batumi gets a lot of rain all year, especially in autumn.

Is Georgia worth visiting in winter?

Yes. Winter is perfect for skiing in Gudauri, snowy Kazbegi and a cosy city break in Tbilisi, and there are fewer tourists.

When is the grape harvest in Georgia?

Rtveli, the grape harvest, usually takes place from mid-September to October, especially in the Kakheti wine region.

Plan Your Trip With a Local

Whatever month you choose, we will build the route around the season, the weather and your interests. Browse our tours in Georgia or message us on WhatsApp and tell us your dates. Travel agencies can find partner information on our For Travel Agents page.