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The weeks, days and hours locals would tell you to avoid in Savannah — and what to do instead.
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Festivals, conventions, weather and price seasons that change what a visit is like. Researched by the TripVibz editors from official event and weather sources.
March
Savannah Music Festival — busy. Late March into early April. A 12-day festival of roots, classical and jazz concerts at venues around the historic district.
St. Patrick's Day — busy. On or around March 17. One of the country's oldest St. Patrick's parades packs downtown with thousands of spectators.
Spring high season — good. Blooming trees and flowers and warming weather make this the most popular time to visit. Hotel rates run higher, so book ahead.
April
Savannah Music Festival — busy. Late March into early April. A 12-day festival of roots, classical and jazz concerts at venues around the historic district.
Spring high season — good. Blooming trees and flowers and warming weather make this the most popular time to visit. Hotel rates run higher, so book ahead.
May
Spring high season — good. Blooming trees and flowers and warming weather make this the most popular time to visit. Hotel rates run higher, so book ahead.
June
Summer heat and storms — avoid. Highs around 90°F with heavy humidity day and night, and frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Sightsee in the morning.
July
Summer heat and storms — avoid. Highs around 90°F with heavy humidity day and night, and frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Sightsee in the morning.
August
Summer heat and storms — avoid. Highs around 90°F with heavy humidity day and night, and frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Sightsee in the morning.
Peak hurricane season — avoid. Atlantic hurricane season runs June through November, with most activity from mid-August to mid-October. Consider travel insurance.
September
Peak hurricane season — avoid. Atlantic hurricane season runs June through November, with most activity from mid-August to mid-October. Consider travel insurance.
October
SCAD Savannah Film Festival — busy. Late October. A week of film screenings hosted by the Savannah College of Art and Design.
Peak hurricane season — avoid. Atlantic hurricane season runs June through November, with most activity from mid-August to mid-October. Consider travel insurance.
Fall shoulder season — good. Cooler weather and slower tourism after the spring and summer high season, with the city's holiday lights starting late in the year.
November
Fall shoulder season — good. Cooler weather and slower tourism after the spring and summer high season, with the city's holiday lights starting late in the year.