Atlanta, Georgia – Atlanta’s heat index could climb to a scorching 101°F by Tuesday afternoon, triggering heat safety concerns and prompting residents to stay indoors or limit time outside.
According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday will bring sunny skies with a high near 98°F across Fulton County, including metro Atlanta and surrounding suburbs. Combined with high humidity, the heat index will reach dangerous levels. Winds will stay calm but shift north around 5 mph by evening, offering little relief.
Residents should limit strenuous outdoor activity between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m., hydrate frequently, and check on elderly neighbors. Those commuting along I-285 and I-75 may notice increased vehicle overheating issues or delays caused by summer construction crews working in extreme heat.
Tuesday night stays mostly clear with a low near 76°F before a change arrives Wednesday. A 20% chance of thunderstorms rolls in after 2 p.m. Wednesday, with isolated showers building overnight. The unsettled pattern continues Thursday and Friday with 40% to 50% rain chances and highs holding in the low 90s.
This hot, stormy pattern marks the first true stretch of typical Southeast summer weather, with rising humidity and instability triggering pop-up storms.
More showers are likely by Saturday, making midweek your best window for errands or outdoor plans. Heat safety and lightning awareness are key heading into late June.
⚠️ Warnings for heat and storm potential remain in effect through Friday. Monitor updates via the NWS Atlanta office.
📅 Five-Day Atlanta Forecast (June 23–28)
- Monday (June 23): Sunny, high 95°F. Heat index up to 98°F. Calm wind.
- Tuesday (June 24): Hot and sunny, high 98°F. Heat index up to 101°F. Low 76°F.
- Wednesday (June 25): Mostly sunny, slight PM storm chance. High 98°F.
- Thursday (June 26): 40% chance of storms after 2 p.m. High 93°F.
- Friday (June 27): 50% chance of storms, especially after 2 p.m. High 92°F.
- Saturday (June 28): 60% chance of storms. High 91°F. Plan indoor activities.
