Hot and humid summer weather will remain in place across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia through the weekend, with isolated to scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms developing each day.

Forecasters say temperatures will climb into the low to mid-90s through Friday, with heat index values reaching the upper 90s to near 100 degrees during the afternoon hours. While conditions are expected to stay just below Heat Advisory criteria, residents should take precautions when spending extended periods outdoors.

Patchy morning fog is possible each day, especially in areas that receive rainfall during the afternoon and evening hours.

Thunderstorm coverage is expected to increase slightly on Friday as a weak cold front approaches North Georgia. While widespread severe weather is not anticipated, a few stronger storms could develop Friday afternoon, bringing gusty winds, frequent lightning, and heavy downpours.

The summer-like pattern continues Saturday, with additional scattered afternoon storms possible. High humidity and abundant moisture will support locally heavy rainfall in stronger cells.

Looking ahead, confidence is increasing that a much wetter weather pattern will develop beginning Sunday and continue through at least the middle of next week. A weakening front moving into the Southeast, combined with increased Gulf moisture, is expected to bring numerous showers and thunderstorms to Northwest Georgia.

Forecasters are monitoring the potential for heavy rainfall and localized flooding concerns from Monday through Wednesday as repeated rounds of storms move across the region. Temperatures are expected to cool slightly into the 80s by the middle of next week due to increased cloud cover and rainfall.

Residents should continue monitoring forecasts for updates, especially regarding the potential for stronger storms Friday and flooding concerns next week.