Georgia forecasters predict a hot weekend with temperatures nearing 98°F and a small chance of thunderstorms.

🤔 Why It Matters: Extreme heat can pose health risks, especially for vulnerable populations, and even a slight chance of storms may impact outdoor plans.

❓ What’s Happening: Here’s what you can expect from Georgia’s weather this weekend.

Consistently high temperatures around 98°F from Friday through Sunday
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, increasing from 10% on Friday to 20% on Saturday and Sunday

🔍 Between the Lines:

The heat index may feel even hotter than the forecasted temperatures due to humidity
Despite the chance of storms, conditions are expected to remain mostly sunny and clear

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What is the Heat Index?: The heat index refers to what the temperature feels like when the air temperature is combined with relative humidity. The thermometer in your car may report 90 degree temperatures, but the humidity means that to your body, it will feel like it is over 100 degrees. The heat index is sometimes called the “apparent temperature.”

🏃 Catch Up Quick:
Residents should prepare for a hot weekend with:

Plenty of water and access to cool spaces

Awareness of heat safety precautions
Flexibility in outdoor plans due to possible afternoon storms

🖼️ The Big Picture: While the weekend promises mostly sunny skies, the combination of intense heat and a slight storm risk calls for caution and preparedness among Georgia residents.

💭 Our Take: Stay cool, stay hydrated, and keep an eye on the sky this weekend, Georgia.