Climate
The coastal region of Georgia has a relatively moderate climate. Average temperatures
of the islands are slightly lower than on the mainland. Sea breezes offer relief
from intense summer heat. Daily maximum temperatures in July and August (the warmest
months) are usually in the 80s and low 90s. The islands are the only part of the
state south of Atlanta that has mean daily maximum temperatures below 90°F in July
and August (Carter 1967).
Winters are relatively mild and short. The average minimum temperature for December
and January (the coldest months) is about 43°F. On the average, there are 305 freeze-free
days at Brunswick and 267 at Savannah (Carter 1967)
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Tybee Island is a unique small coastal barrier island only 11 miles east of Savannah,
GA. The origin of the unusual name of "Tybee" is in itself a legend. Native Americans
came to the island to hunt and fish, and gave it the name Tybee, which is a Euchee
Indian word meaning "salt."
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Approximately 2,500 locals call Tybee home with the summer population swelling to
8,000 at times. Tybee has many restaurants - from fine dining to favorites
with a more casual atmosphere. Our rental packet will include our personal
favorites.
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Tybee Island Light Station
Ordered by General James Oglethorpe, Governor of the 13th colony, in 1732, the Tybee
Island Light Station has been guiding mariners safe entrance into the Savannah River
for over 270 years. The Tybee Island Light Station is one of America's most intact
having all of its historic support buildings on its five-acre site.
Beach lovers from all over the world come to the Tybee Island beaches, Lighthouse,
Marine Science center, Museums, Fort Screven and nearby Fort Pulaski.
Tybee Island's history is reflected by the Lighthouse, constructed in 1739. The
structure, which stands today is 154 feet high.
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Fort Pulaski National Monument
Information on Tybee's Fort Pulaski National Monument from the National Park Service.
Numerous historic attractions on or near the island range from Fort Pulaski National
Monument Fort Pulaski was a Civil War - era fort and is now operated by the National
Park Service, to the famous Savannah Historic District, located west of Tybee Island
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Come and explore the island's newest addition, the Tybee Pier and Pavilion, located
on the strand between 15th and Tybrisa streets.
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Tybee is a peaceful 15 minute drive over the marsh from historic Savannah, GA. Savannah
is the setting for the popular novel, "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil."
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Fort Screven, on Tybee Island was established on March 18, 1898, though construction
was not completed until 1901. Its original name, Camp Graham, was changed in honor
of James Screven. Screven was a Georgia Militia brigadier general who was killed
at Midway Church in 1778, during the Revolutionary war. The Georgia Legislature
had passed a law in 1786 providing for a fort to be named in honor of General Screven,
but the fortification was never built. In 1808, however, the Federal government
obtained jurisdiction over the property on Tybee Island that would become Fort Screven.
Actual title was acquired in 1875, and the fort -- armed with 20 guns -- was active
in the Spanish-American War and both World Wars. From 1897 to 1947, Fort Screven
was an integral part of America's coastal defense system. Troops trained and stood
guard on Tybee Island throughout the Spanish-American War of 1898, World War I,
and World War II. In 1947 the Fort was closed and sold to the town of Tybee.
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Additional Sites of Interest
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City of Tybee
Information on city rules, regulations and services, provided by City Hall.
Friends of the Tybee Theater
The Friends of the Tybee Theater are dedicated to the purchase, and transformation
of the old Post Theater into a world class facility with the capability of live
productions, film, lectures, concerts, receptions and multiple community activities.
Jaycee Park
Of our parks here on Tybee Island, Jaycee Park is the more scenic with it's lush
nature of wildlife, variety of plant life, and marshy creeks.
Memorial Park
Memorial Park on Tybee Island is a favorite location for picnicking, and other get-togethers
for families and organizations.
National Weather
Service
Tybee Island Museum
A brief visual, virtual tour of the Tybee Island Museum, located inside of Battery
Garland, across from the Tybee Lighthouse, and next to Fort Screven here on Tybee
Island Georgia.
Tybee Island Online
Tybee Island Online provides an ever expanding source of information presented as
a preview to your next visit to Tybee Island.
Tybee Island Tourism Council
Information on Tybee businesses and attractions provided by the Tybee Island Tourism
Council.
Tybee Marathon
The Memorial Health Tybee Island Marathon was begun in 1994 and is the area's premiere
running event. It is conducted by the Savannah Striders Track Club and is run every
winter.
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