Capstan, GA
Historical community (former settlement) in Heard County, Georgia
Capstan is a historical community (former settlement) in Heard County, Georgia. It is 4.8 miles NW of Franklin, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 30217.
Capstan at a glance
- State
- Georgia
- County
- Heard County
- ZIP code
- 30217
- Nearest town
- Franklin (4.8 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 33.2169, -85.0653
Weather in Capstan now
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Capstan weather by the hour
Capstan weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Capstan.
This week in Capstan
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Capstan
What is the weather usually like in Capstan?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 91°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 34°F average low
- 55.0 inprecipitation per year · 1,397 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Capstan: April–May and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station LA GRANGE 1N, GA US (USC00094949), adjusted for the elevation of Capstan.
Capstan weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Capstan through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:42 AM | 5:57 PM | 10 h 15 min |
| February | 7:22 AM | 6:26 PM | 11 h 4 min |
| March | 7:48 AM | 7:49 PM | 12 h 0 min |
| April | 7:08 AM | 8:12 PM | 13 h 3 min |
| May | 6:38 AM | 8:34 PM | 13 h 55 min |
| June | 6:29 AM | 8:52 PM | 14 h 23 min |
| July | 6:40 AM | 8:51 PM | 14 h 10 min |
| August | 7:01 AM | 8:27 PM | 13 h 25 min |
| September | 7:22 AM | 7:48 PM | 12 h 25 min |
| October | 7:43 AM | 7:08 PM | 11 h 24 min |
| November | 7:10 AM | 5:39 PM | 10 h 29 min |
| December | 7:35 AM | 5:35 PM | 10 h 0 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Capstan?
Capstan has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 34°F (1°C).
It gets about 55.0 inches (1,397 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is March and the driest is October.
The best time to visit Capstan is April–May and September–October. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Capstan
The closest live webcam is Hogansville, 11.9 miles E of Capstan.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Capstan.
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Questions about Capstan
Where is Capstan, GA?
Capstan is a historical community (former settlement) in Heard County, Georgia, 4.8 miles NW of Franklin.
What county is Capstan in?
Capstan is in Heard County, Georgia.
What is the ZIP code of Capstan, GA?
The ZIP code for Capstan is 30217.
What is the nearest town to Capstan?
Franklin, 4.8 miles away.
Are there webcams near Capstan?
Yes. The closest is Hogansville, 11.9 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Capstan?
July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C).
What is the coldest month in Capstan?
January, with an average low of 34°F (1°C).
How much does it rain in Capstan?
About 55.0 inches (1,397 mm) a year; the wettest month is March.
Does it snow in Capstan?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Capstan?
April–May and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Capstan have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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