Cicadas Set to Emerge in Georgia This Summer

Where Will They Appear?

According to Cicada Mania, the following counties in Georgia are likely to see cicadas this summer:

• Bartow
• Chatham
• Cherokee
• Cobb
• Columbia
• DeKalb
• Floyd
• Forsyth
• Fulton
• Gwinnett
• Hall
• Henry
• Jackson
• Paulding
• Richmond
• Walker

When Will They Emerge?

Cicadas typically emerge in late April and May when soil temperatures reach 64 degrees Fahrenheit.

What to Expect

Cicadas are large, flying insects with a distinctive buzzing sound. They are harmless to humans and animals, but their sheer numbers can be overwhelming. Cicadas typically emerge in large swarms, and they can be a nuisance due to their noise and the damage they can cause to trees.