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Floaters were out on the Ocmulgee River this weekend trying to beat the high temperatures (Photographer Nate Weeks)
Middle Georgia residents should prepare for another week of summer heat, with temperatures climbing into the upper 90s and a daily chance of afternoon thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service. While most mornings will be sunny and calm, the afternoons could bring pop-up storms fueled by the heat and humidity.
MONDAY, July 14th
The week begins sunny and hot, with a high near 98°F. Heat index values could climb as high as 105°F, so take precautions during outdoor activities. A few isolated thunderstorms are possible after 2 p.m.
Monday Night: Partly cloudy with a 20% chance of showers and storms before 2 a.m. Low around 74°F with calm winds.
TUESDAY, July 15th
A higher chance of afternoon storms—around 50%—arrives Tuesday. Expect mostly sunny skies and a high near 95°F, with heat index values again reaching up to 105°F.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy with a 30% chance of early evening storms. Low near 73°F with light, variable winds.
WEDNESDAY, July 16th
A 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms develops after 11 a.m., though much of the day will still be mostly sunny. Highs will reach around 93°F.
Wednesday Night: A 30% chance of storms before 8 p.m., then partly cloudy with a low around 73°F.
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THURSDAY, July 17th
Storm chances increase midweek, with showers and thunderstorms likely after 2 p.m. Skies will be mostly sunny with a high near 93°F.
Thursday Night: Storms remain possible into the evening, especially before 8 p.m. Low around 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
FRIDAY, July 18th
Expect more of the same: mostly sunny skies and a 60% chance of afternoon thunderstorms. The high will be near 94°F.
Friday Night: Thunderstorms likely continue into the evening. Low around 74°F.
SATURDAY, July 19th
The weekend brings a continued 50% chance of storms, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 95°F.
Saturday Night: A 30% chance of thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, low near 75°F.
SUNDAY, July 20th
Storm chances remain elevated at 50%, with highs around 96°F under mostly sunny skies.
Sunday Night: Calm and clear with a low near 73°F.
