Atlanta residents, get ready for a week of classic spring weather. The forecast for Atlanta, GA includes a mix of sun and clouds with a chance of showers toward the end of the week, according to the latest updates from the National Weather Service.

Friday will be partly sunny with a temperate high of 79 degrees. Those out and about can expect a southeast wind blowing at 5 to 15 mph, with potential gusts reaching 20 mph. By nighttime, it’ll be mostly cloudy as the temperature drops to a comfortable 62 degrees. The breeze will persist, with east winds maintaining a steady 10 to 15 mph, and yes, the gusts could again hit the 20 mph mark.

The weekend kicks off with a mostly cloudy Saturday seeing highs near 78 and southeast winds of 10 to 15 mph. When the sun sets, Atlantans will see a partly cloudy evening and a mild temperature of around 60 degrees. Sunday will treat locals to mostly sunny skies with highs near the 80-degree mark, accompanied by the ever-present southeast winds of 10 to 15 mph, and gusts of up to 20 mph.

Looking into the next week, Monday promises a sunny disposition with temperatures climbing to 84 degrees. That night, however, the sky will turn partly cloudy, with lows dipping down to 63 degrees. Tuesday and Thursday both bring a slight 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 pm and before 8 pm, respectively. Between these possible showers, it’s mostly sunny skies with highs staying in the mid-80s, and lows at night hovering around 63 degrees.

For those planning outdoor activities or simply wondering whether to carry an umbrella, a quick glance at this forecast gives a reasonable predictability to what Atlanta's weather has in store. Keep your jackets light and your plans flexible, as Mother Nature might throw in a surprise shower or two towards the week's end.