Peachtree City, GA – A significant weather shift is on the horizon for Georgia, with temperatures dropping sharply by midweek as a cold front moves through the region. Residents along I-85 and surrounding areas should prepare for rain and a notable cooldown.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, highs on Tuesday are expected to reach the upper 60s before the cold front arrives. By Thursday, temperatures could plunge by as much as 15 degrees, bringing daytime highs into the low 50s and overnight lows into the upper 30s. A brief warm spell this weekend will give way to cooler, wetter conditions early next week, with showers likely beginning Tuesday afternoon and lingering into Wednesday morning.
Sunday will remain sunny and mild, with a high near 70 and calm winds. Patchy fog may develop Sunday night, creating potential travel concerns for early Monday commuters. On Monday, expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 73. Rain chances increase significantly late Tuesday, with a 70% likelihood of precipitation, especially during the evening hours.
By Thursday, dry and sunny conditions will return, but residents should brace for the chillier temperatures, with highs struggling to reach 53 degrees. Morning commuters should also prepare for frost on Friday as lows dip to the upper 30s.
Drivers along major routes, including I-85 and local Fayette County roads, are urged to exercise caution during periods of reduced visibility and wet conditions. Now is an excellent time to check heating systems and weatherproof outdoor pipes ahead of the colder days.
