Peachtree City, GA – Macon is on track to experience its driest August in over 131 years if rainfall doesn’t arrive soon. Atlanta also risks recording one of its driest Augusts in history. As Labor Day weekend approaches, isolated thunderstorms are in the forecast for Thursday and Friday, offering a potential reprieve.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Peachtree City, Macon’s total rainfall this month is only 0.17 inches. Atlanta has recorded 0.77 inches, tying for the third driest August on record since 1879. The lack of rain has set the stage for a potentially historic dry spell.
The forecast predicts a slight chance of thunderstorms Thursday evening, which could provide the much-needed rain. If Macon receives no rain by the end of Friday, this month will officially become its driest August on record.
As the Labor Day weekend nears, the extended forecast shows a small chance of rain on Tuesday and Wednesday. However, the weather is expected to remain mostly dry and hot, with temperatures in the low 90s through the weekend. This continued dry spell could have lasting impacts on the region if conditions do not improve.
