PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. – North and central Georgia head into a sunny, warmer stretch this October weekend, but increasing fire danger looms as dry air deepens. After several mild mornings, the state braces for gusty winds and low humidity that could dry out fields and forests through midweek.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, warm afternoons will climb into the low 80s by Sunday and Columbus Day. That warmth, paired with a week of rain-free skies, may worsen drought conditions and elevate wildfire risks, especially near wooded corridors and along I-85 and U.S. 19. The agency urges residents to avoid outdoor burning and to secure cigarette butts and trailer chains that can spark roadside fires.
Light breezes from the northeast will persist, keeping mornings crisp and pleasant for early fall events such as pumpkin patch outings and park visits. Forecasters note that lawns and fields will continue drying, so watering routines may need adjustment. Power crews and emergency managers are watching for any uptick in brush fires, particularly across Fayette, Coweta, and Spalding Counties.
Residents should continue to dress in layers for cooler dawn hours, then shed jackets as daytime temperatures warm rapidly under clear skies. No rain is expected until late next week, keeping skies bright for leaf-viewing drives and Halloween decorating.
Five-Day Forecast for Peachtree City, GA:
Fri: 73/54 – Sunny and breezy; fire risk increasing.
Sat: 77/51 – Sunny; warm afternoon, low humidity.
Sun: 79/52 – Clear and pleasant; ideal for outdoor events.
Mon: 81/55 – Sunny and dry; continued drought concerns.
Tue: 83/56 – Bright skies; mild winds, ongoing dryness.
