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Saturday’s Georgia game could be the hottest home opener on record
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Courtney Martinez , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· September 3, 2026
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Key points Temperatures may reach 97 degrees at kickoff. Previous records were set in 1911 and 1933 with temperatures of 96 degrees.
A football game is expected to be extremely hot. Temperatures may reach 97 degrees at kickoff. This could break a record for the hottest home opener. Previous records were set in 1911 and 1933 with temperatures of 96 degrees.
The heat is expected to persist throughout the week with some relief on Labor Day. A meteorologist has provided information about the upcoming weather.
Further details about the game and weather forecast are available from the source, including a list of the top 5 hottest home openers.
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Category: News Published: September 3, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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