11 Things No One Tells You About Surviving A Georgia Winter

Residents of Georgia who haven’t experienced a winter in The Peach State, brace yourself. Winters in Georgia can be unpredictable at best, which is why it’s important to know as much about the season as possible in preparation. Surviving winter in Georgia is no small feat, and why knowing these 11 things that no one tells you about it, will send you off in the right direction already.

Tracking winter by calendar is pretty much a wasted venture.

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Just because it starts snowing doesn’t mean you can count on a snow day.

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The weathermen and weatherwomen will probably make you think it’s the end of the world with each snow storm.

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…and by the looks of the grocery stores, you’ll pretty much assume that to be true.

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Snowfall doesn’t need to be a dreadful occurrence, and in fact can make different places quite magical.

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No matter what the predictions are for a winter in Georgia, prepare for EVERYTHING.

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Sometimes exploration during the winter can be even more fun than any other time of year.

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Stock up on the necessary provisions, because some storms can knock you out of commission for days.

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Sometimes it’s not the snow you need to watch out for, but the tornados!

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The winter blues are totally a thing in Georgia, so make sure you prepare for a bit more happiness in these few months.

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Winter is hands-down the best time to see the stars in all their glory.

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Let’s keep this list going! Add more survival tips for this upcoming winter in Georgia in the comments section. Otherwise, if you’re looking for a last minute winter adventure, check out The Last Minute Christmas Town Adventure In Georgia That Will Take You Back In Time.