Located in northeast Mississippi, Fulton experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The city is situated on a small tributary of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, with the Tombigbee River to the west. Hydrology constituents include the presence of the Fulton Consolidated Water System, which provides drinking water to the community. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Fulton include the Fulton City Park, which features a playground, walking trail, and picnic area, as well as nearby fishing and boating at Pickwick Lake and Bay Springs Lake. The area is also home to multiple hunting and wildlife management areas.