Moving from Arizona to Georgia

Georgia's a great choice from Arizona - about 1,400 miles that you can either drive (roughly 20 hours) or hire professional movers for. The drive is totally doable over 2-3 days if you enjoy road trips and want to see the country change from desert to pine forests. Professional movers are excellent if you want to avoid dealing with different climate zones and just fly to Georgia instead. Either way, avoid moving during Arizona's brutal summer months when temperatures regularly exceed 115°F.

Georgia will feel like moving to a completely different planet! You'll go from Arizona's bone-dry, scorching desert climate to Georgia's humid subtropical paradise with actual green landscapes. Georgia gets about 50 inches of rain annually compared to Arizona's measly 9 inches - you'll see real thunderstorms and greenery that isn't artificially watered. The humidity will be a huge adjustment, but you'll never again worry about dehydration from just walking to your mailbox. Winters are mild compared to up north, but much more real than Arizona's "winter."

If you're tired of living in an oven for half the year, Georgia could be perfect! You'll gain real seasons, lower cost of living than Arizona's major cities, and access to both mountains and coast within driving distance. Georgia's job market is strong, especially around Atlanta, and you'll never again pay $400 summer electric bills just to survive. The downside? You'll miss Arizona's predictable sunny weather and unique desert beauty. But most people find the trade-off worth it for year-round outdoor activities!

Start planning 6-8 weeks in advance, especially if you want to avoid Arizona's summer furnace! Spring is ideal for departure - you'll escape Arizona's heat before it becomes unbearable and arrive in Georgia during beautiful mild weather. Fall is also good if you can handle Arizona heat until October. Consider Georgia's hurricane season (June-November) for coastal areas, though most of Georgia is relatively protected. Research different regions since mountain Georgia is quite different from Atlanta or the coast.

Humidity will be your biggest adjustment after Arizona's bone-dry air - everything from your hair to your furniture will react differently! If moving during Arizona's summer, ensure your belongings are protected from extreme heat during transport. Research Georgia's different regions thoroughly since they vary dramatically from mountains to coastal plains. Prepare for culture shock too - Georgia's Southern hospitality and pace will feel different from Arizona's transient, fast-moving lifestyle. Also, learn about real weather patterns since Georgia actually has storms that aren't dust!