First weather warning day | Isolated rain and storms may affect your plans today

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – The day will start dry, but showers and thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening. Thunderstorms combined with the heat could ruin your plans. Today is a First weather warning day.

It is very warm outside this morning. Temperatures are between 25 and 27 degrees Celsius at 5 a.m. Temperatures will rise to over 32 degrees Celsius.° before noon; high this afternoon at 35°C. A heat warning is in force. It will feel hotter than 39°C.° this afternoon. In some communities it will be as hot as 108 degrees.° between 2 and 7 p.m.

Hot weather is still a factor for afternoon and evening outdoor activities. Stay hydrated, take breaks, and find a shady spot if possible. The most uncomfortable areas today will be south and east of Atlanta.

This afternoon, the heat will give way to showers and thunderstorms. The first downpours will develop around noon. Rain and thunderstorms will increase throughout the afternoon. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to move in from the north and west during the late afternoon and evening. Stormy weather is possible during dinner and other evening plans. Keep an eye on the forecast. You can get alerts about rain approaching your plans by downloading the First Alert Weather App.

The dangerous heat will ease somewhat over the weekend. However, it will remain seasonally hot. There is a chance of scattered to isolated showers and thunderstorms every day.

Next week the humidity returns. Monday is a First weather warning dayMore rain and storms are expected Monday afternoon and evening.

Stay calm,

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