Atlanta, Georgia – Georgia’s first major heat wave of 2025 is bearing down this week, with cities like Atlanta and Athens facing a 75% chance of reaching 100 degrees by Wednesday, prompting warnings about heat-related illness and outdoor activity.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, the most intense heat is expected between Tuesday and Friday, with daily odds of triple-digit temperatures exceeding 60% across much of central and northern Georgia. Atlanta and Athens see a 75% likelihood Wednesday, while Macon and Columbus are close behind at 65%.
The risk isn’t isolated — even Rome, typically cooler, could hit 100°F midweek. Officials urge residents to limit time outdoors, especially during peak afternoon hours, and to check on the elderly, children, and pets. Hydration, air-conditioned shelter, and avoiding strenuous activity are key.
This heat wave marks the state’s first major temperature spike of the summer, arriving weeks earlier than in 2023. Utility demand is expected to surge, and power providers are monitoring grid stability.
The high heat is expected to linger into Friday, with updated advisories possible throughout the week.
