The Spring season, which historically Georgia depends on for rainfall in a year has been exceptionally dry across many of our counties. This is likely remnant of a La Nina pattern, which although it is waning is still having a detrimental impact in the southeast so far in 2026.
The following graph shows April Month-To-Date Rainfall:
Our latest Drought monitor report shows severe to extreme drought across most of North Georgia:
Our projected rainfall through the end of next week is next to nothing as early season heat and dry conditions are expected to build.
We may see 90ºF Thursday-Friday before we see our next drop of rain.
Meteorological Muses 
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