North Georgia heat advisory: What to know for Monday
Monday morning weather forecast
It's going to be a hot one on Monday. Parts of North Georgia are under a heat advisory. Temps are starting out in the mid 70s for most of metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Temps will be in the mid to high 90s, but will feel like it is over 100 degrees.
ATLANTA - Dangerous summer heat is settling over the region as weather officials issue widespread advisories across Georgia, warning residents that the index could climb as high as 112 degrees.
The intense humidity is locked in place, keeping overnight low temperatures stuck in the upper 70s and providing virtually no relief from the oppressive mugginess.
What we know:
Georgia is facing another dangerously hot day Monday, with the FOX 5 Atlanta Storm Team warning that the combination of heat and humidity will make it feel as hot as 106 to 107 degrees in parts of the state.
A heat advisory is in effect Monday afternoon for portions of north and central Georgia, while even areas outside the advisory, including metro Atlanta, are expected to experience oppressive conditions. Early Monday, Atlanta was already 76 degrees with 82% humidity, setting the stage for another sweltering afternoon.
An area of high pressure parked over Mississippi and Alabama continues to suppress widespread rainfall while allowing temperatures to soar.
The FOX 5 Atlanta Storm Team expects only isolated showers across much of the area, with rain chances around 20% for most of metro Atlanta. Communities east of a line stretching roughly from Blairsville through Lake Lanier to Monticello and Macon have a better chance of seeing scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms, with rain chances closer to 40%.
The scattered storms are not expected to provide much relief from the heat. Heat index values across metro Atlanta are forecast to peak between 101 and 104 degrees Monday afternoon.
Timeline:
The week kicks off with a hot start on Monday morning as residents wake up to widespread sunshine and early temperatures already resting in the middle to upper 70s.
By the afternoon, thermometer readings will surge into the middle 90s, driving the feel-like temperature straight into the triple digits.
Very brief, isolated showers are possible across eastern portions of the viewing area during the day, though they will have minimal impact.
Late Monday night, tracking models show an isolated storm pushing its way closer to metro Atlanta.
While severe weather is not anticipated, this system could bring sudden downbursts of air, gusty winds, heavy downfalls and localized flooding.
Hit-or-miss rain chances are expected to linger on Tuesday before rain probabilities increase slightly from Wednesday into the holiday weekend.
🥵 Monday heat outlook
- Air temperatures: Low to mid-90s
- Feels like: 101-107 degrees
- Humidity: High, making conditions feel significantly hotter
- Heat advisory: In effect for parts of north and central Georgia
- Rain chance: 20% for most areas; up to 40% east of metro Atlanta
🌦️ Rain timeline
🌤️ Morning
- Dry across north and metro Georgia.
⛅ Afternoon
- Isolated showers and thunderstorms develop, mainly east of Atlanta.
- Highest chances include Habersham, Stephens, Franklin, Banks and surrounding counties.
🌙 Evening
- Most storms fade after sunset with warm, muggy conditions continuing.
📅 Extended forecast
🌞 Tuesday
- Mostly dry with a 20-30% chance of afternoon storms.
- Highs remain in the 90s.
🌦️ Wednesday
- 30% chance of scattered afternoon storms.
- Continued hot and humid.
🌤️ Late week into Saturday
- Daily chances for scattered afternoon storms increase, reaching about 40% by Saturday.
- Temperatures remain above normal despite the occasional rain.
What you can do:
The extreme weather makes it vital to know the warning signs of heat-related illness. If your work or schedule forces you to stay outdoors for an extended period, you must constantly hydrate, seek shade and take shelter to cool down your body temperature.
Neighbors should frequently check on vulnerable people and the elderly in their communities. Pet owners must bring animals into air-conditioned spaces and provide plenty of fresh water. Drivers are strictly warned to never leave a child or a pet inside a parked vehicle for any amount of time, as internal car temperatures turn fatal within minutes during a heat wave.
⚠️ Heat safety tips
- 💧 Drink plenty of water, even if you don't feel thirsty.
- 🧢 Limit strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day.
- 🌳 Take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning.
- 🚗 Never leave children or pets in parked vehicles.
- 👵 Check on older adults, young children and anyone without reliable air conditioning.
The Source: Information in this article comes from FOX 5 Atlanta meteorologists.