Severe thunderstorms are the standout hazard at Fort Pulaski, with Chatham County logging 21 thunderstorm wind events alongside 4 lightning strikes and 4 flash flood incidents in recent recorded data. The monument sits on low-lying coastal Georgia terrain, which funnels storm cells quickly and leaves little time to react once conditions deteriorate. Flash flooding in particular can cut off access roads and low areas with minimal warning.
Before heading out, download a weather app that pushes NOAA severe thunderstorm alerts directly to your phone, and check tide and flood forecasts specific to the Savannah coastal zone — not just a general weather app. Pack a waterproof dry bag for electronics and documents in case a flash flood compromises your vehicle or campsite. If you hear thunder, move immediately to a hard-topped vehicle rather than the open fortification grounds, which offer no meaningful lightning protection.
Top recorded hazards in Chatham County
County dataFrom NOAA Storm Events (2024). Counts of recorded incidents — not all occurred at this park.
- Thunderstorm Wind 21
- Hail 5
- Lightning 4
- Flash Flood 4
- Funnel Cloud 2
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About Fort Pulaski National Monument
For much of the 19th century, masonry fortifications were the United States’ main defense against overseas enemies. However, during the Civil War, new technology proved its superiority over these forts. Using rifled cannons, the U.S. Army compelled the Confederate garrison inside Fort Pulaski to surrender. The siege was a landmark experiment in the history of military science and invention.
Weather
Savannah has a humid sub tropical climate with over two hundred days of sunshine each year. Summers are typically hot, bright and humid with afternoon thunderstorms common. Temperatures often range from the lower 70s to the mid 90s F. Spring and autumn can be quite pleasant with temperatures ranging from the upper 50s into the 80s F. The winter months are usually dry. Temperatures can be cooler than one would expect, ranging from the upper 30s through the 60s F generally, though sudden cold snaps can occur.