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Retirement Living In Northwest Georgia- Whitfield County
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Northwest Georgia is a beautiful region full of beautiful landscapes. The tourist region is The Historic High Country, with tremendous amounts of fascinating historical areas from The Civil War, railways, and home of the Carpet Capital of the World. Located 30 miles from Chattanooga, Tennessee and around 100 miles from Atlanta, Georgia- there is plenty to venture out to do outside of Dalton, while still having the luxury of living in a quiet and comfortable, rural town.
Includes Cities/Towns: Dalton, Rocky Face, Tunnel Hill, Varnell.
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
Public transportation directly in Dalton is minimal, outside of taxi's and vans. Though, both Chattanooga and Atlanta are nearby major transportation hubs.
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Northwest Georgia- Whitfield County?
For those of you that retire in Northwest Georgia- Whitfield County, you will have hotter temperatures than other areas of the USA.
Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the low 40's and highs in the low 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 30's. Expect some rainy days in the winter.
If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Northwest Georgia- Whitfield County such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the upper 50's and highs in the low 70's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 40's. Expect some rainy days in the spring.
Summertime in Northwest Georgia- Whitfield County is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are warm with averages in the upper 70's and highs in the upper 80's. Nights are mild with lows in the mid 60's. Expect a lot of days above 90°. Humidity may feel uncomfortable. Expect some rainy days in the summer.
If you retire in Northwest Georgia- Whitfield County, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the low 60's and highs in the low 70's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 40's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.
Monthly Temperature Ranges
Month
Low
Avg
High
Jan
29
F°
40
F°
50
F°
Feb
32
F°
43
F°
55
F°
Mar
38
F°
51
F°
64
F°
Apr
45
F°
59
F°
72
F°
May
54
F°
67
F°
79
F°
Jun
63
F°
75
F°
86
F°
Jul
67
F°
78
F°
89
F°
Aug
67
F°
78
F°
89
F°
Sep
60
F°
71
F°
83
F°
Oct
48
F°
61
F°
74
F°
Nov
38
F°
51
F°
63
F°
Dec
32
F°
42
F°
53
F°
Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days
Month
Days Greater Than 90 F°
Days Less Than 32 F°
Days Less Than 0 F°
Jan
0
19
0
Feb
0
15
0
Mar
0
8
0
Apr
0
2
0
May
1
0
0
Jun
8
0
0
Jul
14
0
0
Aug
12
0
0
Sep
4
0
0
Oct
0
2
0
Nov
0
9
0
Dec
0
17
0
Rain & Humidity
Month
Rainfall
Rainy Days
Humidity
Jan
5
"
9
31
%
Feb
5
"
9
33
%
Mar
5
"
9
39
%
Apr
4
"
8
46
%
May
4
"
8
57
%
Jun
4
"
9
65
%
Jul
5
"
10
69
%
Aug
4
"
8
68
%
Sep
4
"
7
62
%
Oct
3
"
6
51
%
Nov
5
"
8
41
%
Dec
5
"
9
34
%
Snow
Month
Snowfall
Snow On Ground Days
Snowy Days
Jan
1
"
0
0
Feb
1
"
0
0
Mar
0
"
0
0
Apr
0
"
0
0
May
0
"
0
0
Jun
0
"
0
0
Jul
0
"
0
0
Aug
0
"
0
0
Sep
0
"
0
0
Oct
0
"
0
0
Nov
0
"
0
0
Dec
0
"
0
0
Natural Disaster Areas
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Floods
Tornadoes
Volcanoes
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Northwest Georgia- Whitfield County
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Senior Assistance in
Northwest Georgia- Whitfield County
Northwest Georgia- Whitfield County offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
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