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Regional Hourly Observations For DAWSON County
Issued at 200 AM EDT WED JUN 17 2026

NORTH GEORGIA CITY SKY/WX TMP DP RH WIND PRES REMARKS ATLANTA CLOUDY 71 69 93 SW8 29.88F TC 22 6HR MIN TEMP: 71; 6HR MAX TEMP: 71; 6HR PCP: 0.07; ATHENS LGT RAIN 68 68 100 CALM 29.88S FOG TC 20 6HR MIN TEMP: 68; 6HR MAX TEMP: 69; 6HR PCP: 0.39; CHAMBLEE CLOUDY 67 66 97 CALM 29.88F TC 19 6HR MIN TEMP: 67; 6HR MAX TEMP: 69; 6HR PCP: 0.28; PEACHTREE CITY CLOUDY 70 69 97 CALM 29.89S TC 21 6HR MIN TEMP: 70; 6HR MAX TEMP: 71; 6HR PCP: 0.04; ROME CLOUDY 69 68 96 CALM 29.86S TC 21 6HR MIN TEMP: 68; 6HR MAX TEMP: 73; WEST ATLANTA LGT RAIN 70 69 97 S5 29.87F FOG TC 21 6HR MIN TEMP: 70; 6HR MAX TEMP: 72; 6HR PCP: 0.10; CARTERSVILLE CLOUDY 68 68 100 CALM 29.88S TC 20 CITY SKY/WX TMP DP RH WIND PRES REMARKS DALTON* CLOUDY 69 69 100 SE3 29.87F TC 21 LAWRENCEVILLE* CLOUDY 67 50 55 CALM 29.88F TC 19 MARIETTA LGT RAIN 69 67 95 CALM 29.85F FOG TC 21 KENNESAW* CLOUDY 68 67 96 CALM 29.89F TC 20 CANTON* CLOUDY 66 N/A N/A CALM 29.90S FOG TC 19 BLAIRSVILLE* CLEAR 62 62 97 CALM 29.91S TC 17

Current Temperatures, Dewpoint, RH, Wind, Regional Obs, Surface 4-Panel
Current Agricultural Weather Conditions in Georgia
Based on observations at 200am EDT, Wednesday June 17, 2026

Across Georgia...temperatures are near 71 degrees north, near 73 degrees central, and near 73 degrees south. Current sky conditions are cloudy north, cloudy central, and cloudy south. In the north, relative humidity is near 93%, and the dew point is near 69 degrees. In the central part of the state, relative humidity is near 96%, and the dew point is near 72 degrees. In the south, relative humidity is near 96%, and the dew point is near 72 degrees. The livestock heat stress category is no stress north, no stress central, and no stress south. Winds are from the southwest at 8 mph north, where conditions are favorable for spraying. Winds are from the southwest at 9 mph central, where conditions are favorable for spraying. Winds are from the south at 7 mph south, where conditions are favorable for spraying. Based on current available observations, the highest temperature is 77 degrees at Saint Simons and Hunter AFB. The lowest temperature is 67 degrees at Lawrenceville and Chamblee.

Current NOWCAST not available:
Nowcasts are not issued routinely during fair weather. Only when
precipitation or other significant weather is occuring in this county will these
forecasts be issued. Currently, there is no short term forecast in effect.

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Hazardous Weather Outlook For DAWSON County,GA
749 PM EDT Tue Jun 16 2026 DAY ONE Tonight No hazardous weather is expected at this time. DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN Wednesday through Monday Daily thunderstorm chances will last continue through most of next week. A few storms could become strong to severe and bring the risk for heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and frequent lightning. Heavier rainfall will be possible by the end of the week as tropical moisture overspreads the region. Some flooding and flash flooding will be possible, though there is still uncertainty on the exact timing and locations of the highest threats. SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT Spotter activation will not be needed through tonight.
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7-Day Forecast For DAWSON County, GA
Issued at 122 AM EDT Wed Jun 17 2026 REST OF TONIGHT
Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers late this evening. Near steady temperature in the mid 60s. Light and variable winds, becoming west around 5 mph. Chance of rain 20 percent.
WEDNESDAY
Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT
Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a chance of showers after midnight. Lows around 70. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.
THURSDAY
A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the morning, then showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 80s. Temperature falling into the upper 70s in the afternoon. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of rain near 100 percent.
THURSDAY NIGHT
Mostly cloudy. Showers likely with a chance of thunderstorms in the evening, then a chance of showers after midnight. Lows in the upper 60s. Light Southwest winds. Chance of rain 70 percent.
JUNETEENTH
Mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming partly sunny. A chance of thunderstorms. A chance of showers in the morning, then showers likely in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 80s. Chance of rain 70 percent.
FRIDAY NIGHT
Mostly cloudy in the evening, then becoming partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
SATURDAY
Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.
SATURDAY NIGHT
Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 60s.
SUNDAY
Mostly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. Chance of rain 50 percent.
SUNDAY NIGHT
Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. A chance of thunderstorms in the evening. A chance of showers. Lows in the upper 60s. Chance of rain 50 percent.
MONDAY
Partly sunny. A chance of showers with a slight chance of thunderstorms in the morning, then showers likely with a chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. Chance of rain 70 percent.
MONDAY NIGHT
Partly cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly in the evening. Lows in the upper 60s. Chance of rain 50 percent.
TUESDAY
Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the morning, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. Chance of rain 40 percent.
ETA Surface Forecast Maps, AVN 6-Panel Forecast, Fire Danger, Day 1 Precip, Day 2 Precip, Days 1-5 Precip, Severe Weather Pot.-Day 1, Day 2
Medium & Long Range Outlook For Georgia GEORGIA --------------------------------------------- 6 TO 10 DAY 8 TO 14 DAY 30 DAY 90 DAY JUN 22-26 JUN 24-30 JUN JUN-AUG ----------- ----------- -------- --------- Temperature: Above Above Precipitation: Above Normal .... Medium and long range outlooks provided by NCEP/K. Thomas Priddy
5 Day Rainfall Forecast, 6 to 10 Day , 8 to 14 Day , Text, 30-Day Outook, 90-Day Outook, 120-Day Outlook
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Historical Weather And Climate Facts For Today

.............................. JUNE 17TH...HISTORIC WEATHER EVENTS ...1859... Hot Santa Ana winds in southern California roasted fruit on one side at Santa Barbara. (Sandra and TI Richard Sanders - 1987) ...1882... A tornado traveled more than 200 miles across the state of Iowa killing 130 persons. The tornado touched down about ninety miles west of Grinnell, and struck the town and college around sunset, killing sixty persons, and causing more than half a million dollars damage. Traveling at nearly 60 mph, the tornado hit Mount Pleasant about 11 PM causing another half a million dollars damage. (David Ludlum) ...1965... Holly CO was deluged with 11.08 inches of rain to establish a state 24 hour rainfall record. (The Weather Channel)

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