Atlanta is waking up in the mid-60s under mostly clear skies, and this is about as pleasant as late June is going to feel. The afternoon tops out near 86°F with relatively low humidity, so lunchtime walks and outdoor errands should feel noticeably less swampy than earlier this month. Expect mostly sunny skies and only light breezes through the day.
Daytime Outlook
Today stays mostly sunny with a high near 86°F and light east winds around 0 to 5 mph. Dew points hang in the low 60s, which keeps the heat index running close to the actual air temperature through the afternoon. According to the National Weather Service Peachtree City office, rain chances are near zero for Wednesday.
Late-Week Thunder Chances
Moisture slips back in Thursday and Friday, bringing a better shot at scattered afternoon showers and a few thunderstorms. Any storm that pops could produce gusty winds, frequent lightning and brief heavy downpours. Forecasters still have low confidence on exactly how widespread storms will be, with timing tied to a weak disturbance sliding across the Deep South. Best bet: keep late-week afternoon plans flexible.
Heat Returns
The break will not last long. Highs climb into the low 90s Friday and through the weekend, with Monday currently pegged near 95°F and nighttime lows only dipping into the mid-70s. That combo will push "feels like" temperatures into the upper 90s and possibly the triple digits in some neighborhoods early next week. For more on the broader warming trend, check out our earlier coverage in Heat Cranks Up Over Atlanta.
Plan Ahead
Looking toward the end of the week, stay hydrated and build in extra time for outdoor work or events during the hottest parts of the day. If a storm fires up over your neighborhood, expect a quick burst of heavy rain and localized ponding on roads. Check radar and the latest forecasts before heading out each afternoon, and shift sensitive outdoor activities to the morning when you can. Forecasters will keep refining storm timing and coverage as the week rolls on.
