Peachtree City, Georgia – Hot days and stormy afternoons are back for north and central Georgia, as Friday marks the return of 90+ degree highs and thunderstorm risks stretching into next week. Drivers on I-75 and I-285 should stay weather-aware, especially after 2 p.m. daily when storm chances rise.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, isolated to scattered thunderstorms will redevelop Friday afternoon, with heat index values climbing as high as 97°F. Daily highs will remain near or just above the seasonal normal of 91°F, with chances for gusty winds, lightning, and heavy rainfall persisting through Tuesday.
The hazardous weather outlook remains in place through the middle of next week for more than 80 counties across north and central Georgia, including Fulton, DeKalb, Cobb, and Fayette. While severe weather potential stays low, forecasters warn that any storm could bring sudden downpours and lightning, especially during the late afternoon commute.
Expect highs between 90°F and 92°F each day, with slightly cooler mornings. The threat of rain will peak between 2–8 p.m. daily. Saturday and Sunday bring more of the same — hot, humid, and intermittently stormy.
Residents are urged to limit outdoor activity during peak heat, stay hydrated, and monitor local alerts. More stable weather arrives by Wednesday, though a lingering 20% storm chance remains.
Five-Day Forecast for Peachtree City | August 15–20
- Friday (Aug 15): High 92°F | Scattered p.m. thunderstorms | Heat index up to 97°F
- Saturday: High 90°F | 30% chance of storms after 2 p.m. | Calm wind
- Sunday: High 90°F | 20% chance of p.m. storms | Mostly sunny
- Monday: High 92°F | Sunny and dry | Low near 72°F
- Tuesday: High 92°F | 20% storm chance returns | Heat holds steady
- Wednesday (Aug 20): High 90°F | Isolated storms possible | Warmer and drier trend begins
