Peachtree City, GA – Thunderstorms could bring dangerous wind gusts and hail across north and central Georgia by Thursday afternoon, triggering a weather alert for commuters and families alike.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, strong to severe storms are likely to develop Thursday between 2 and 8 p.m., especially along I-75 and I-20 corridors. Friday remains the most active day for severe weather, with damaging winds and large hail the primary threats. Spotty power outages and poor road visibility are also possible during peak travel hours.
Thursday’s high will reach around 79°F under partly cloudy skies before storms build. Residents from Atlanta to Macon and Gainesville should stay off roads during the afternoon if possible, secure loose outdoor items, and charge devices ahead of possible outages. Emergency managers recommend using NOAA Weather Radios or apps for alerts.
Showers and thunderstorms may linger into early Friday evening. But relief arrives by the weekend, as Saturday and Sunday bring dry conditions and sunshine. Saturday’s high tops out near 79°F with cooler overnight lows in the low 60s.
🌤 Extended 5-Day Forecast for Atlanta Area:
- Thursday: Strong storms after 2 p.m., high of 79°F.
- Friday: Showers and storms likely until 8 p.m., high of 77°F.
- Saturday: Sunny and calm, high near 79°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, summer temps return with a high near 81°F.
- Monday: Clear skies, warm and dry, high near 84°F.
More storms are possible next Tuesday. Updates will follow as new advisories are issued.
