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Many Middle Georgia residents are seeking relief from the heat at local water parks like High Falls Water Park and Rigby's Water World (pictured above) (Photographer Nate Weeks)
Middle Georgia is in for a scorching stretch of summer weather this week, with temperatures soaring into the mid to upper 90s and daily chances of afternoon and evening thunderstorms, if the National Weather Service's latest weather forecast is accurate. With heat index values climbing as high as 104°F, it's important to stay hydrated and take breaks in the shade or air conditioning when outdoors. Meanwhile, spotty thunderstorms could deliver brief downpours and gusty winds nearly every day through the weekend.
MONDAY, July 7th
Expect sunny skies and sweltering heat, with a high near 96°F and heat index values possibly reaching 101°F. Winds will be calm early, becoming west around 5 mph.
Monday Night: Mostly clear with a low near 74°F and calm conditions.
TUESDAY, July 8th
The heat intensifies, with a high near 96°F and heat index values peaking near 104°F. There’s a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m.
Tuesday Night: A slight chance of evening storms before 8 p.m., then partly cloudy skies with a low around 74°F.
WEDNESDAY, July 9th
Storm activity increases midweek with a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. High near 95°F under partly sunny skies.
Wednesday Night: A 40% chance of evening storms, mostly cloudy overnight with a low around 73°F.
THURSDAY, July 10th
Showers and thunderstorms are likely after 2 p.m., with a 60% chance of rain. High near 92°F.
Thursday Night: Storms likely before 2 a.m., then tapering to a slight chance of showers. Low around 71°F.
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FRIDAY, July 11th
A slight chance of early showers followed by a 70% chance of thunderstorms after 8 a.m. High near 90°F under partly sunny skies.
Friday Night: Storms likely continue into the evening, with a low near 72°F.
SATURDAY, July 12th
Scattered storms remain possible, with a 50% chance of rain and a high near 92°F.
Saturday Night: A 30% chance of evening thunderstorms. Partly cloudy overnight with a low around 73°F.
SUNDAY, July 13th
Storms remain in the picture, with a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms and a high near 94°F.
Sunday Night: Isolated thunderstorms early, then partly cloudy. Low near 72°F.
