Atlanta, brace yourself for a week of pleasurable spring weather ahead. According to the National Weather Service, the good folk of Atlanta can revel in the sunshine for most of the upcoming days with temperatures comfortably nestling in the 70s. Forecasters predict that today will be sunny, boasting a high near 73 degrees, inviting Atlantans to shake off the remains of any springtime chill.

Tonight, according to the extended forecast, residents can expect clear skies with temperatures dropping to around 52. A light south breeze, shifting southwest at 5 to 10 mph, is expected, occasionally gusting up to 15 mph. Tomorrow will bring a slight increase in warmth with mostly sunny skies and highs reaching near 76.

As night falls mid-week, the skies will turn partly cloudy with a temperate low hovering around 55 degrees. The weather pattern continues to play nice, allowing only a scant 10 percent chance of showers emerging Thursday afternoon. Otherwise, it's another day largely ruled by sun, with temperatures cresting near the 77-degree mark. Those planning evening outings Thursday should consider a light jacket with nighttime temperatures expected to roll back down to a mostly cloudy 59.

The forecast extends to a partly sunny Friday with highs consistent at around 76 degrees, perfect for any plans that involve enjoying the great outdoors. Moving into Friday night, Atlantans will notice mostly cloudy skies, and while they rest, a low snuggles around 62 degrees. The weekend continues this trend with slightly warmer highs, predicted at near 78 on Saturday and cruising to an even toastier 82 by Sunday.

Looking toward the beginning of next week, Monday teases a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. But fear not, as the day largely remains under the governance of the sun, with temperatures expected to ascend to a near 84-degree zenith. For those planning ahead, now might be just the time to consider outdoor events or perhaps a jaunt in one of Atlanta's many green spaces to bask in the clement conditions.