Atlanta, Georgia – Georgia residents are enjoying a welcome break from typical August heat, with high temperatures holding in the low to mid-80s through the weekend and unseasonably crisp mornings ahead. According to the National Weather Service in Atlanta, a stretch of northeast winds driven by high pressure and weak wedging along the eastern Appalachians is funneling cooler, less humid air into the state, keeping temperatures 5 to 7 degrees below average through Monday.
Cities across north and central Georgia—including Atlanta, Marietta, Athens, and Peachtree City—can expect morning lows in the upper 60s, offering a rare, refreshing start to the day. Afternoon highs will remain several degrees shy of seasonal norms, giving residents a break from air conditioning and high humidity. These milder conditions are especially noticeable for August, when temperatures typically soar into the 90s.
With lower humidity and pleasant temperatures, locals are encouraged to take advantage of the cooler spell for outdoor activities and open-window evenings. This stretch of mild weather is expected to last until Tuesday, when temperatures gradually rise back to near-normal levels. The National Weather Service advises keeping an eye out for further updates as this pattern could shift by midweek.
