Atlanta is facing a swing in weather conditions over the next week, with rain, gusty winds, and a drop in temperatures on the horizon. According to the National Weather Service, the city will see increasing clouds today with highs creeping just under 50 degrees, followed by rain likely between 11 pm and 3 am. Commuters should prepare for a potentially slick Thursday evening rush as the rain sets in.
Tonight, Atlanta residents can expect a south wind from 5 to 10 mph shifting west after midnight, and a 60% chance of precipitation. The cooldown begins on Friday, with mostly sunny skies but a high of only around 43 degrees and northwest winds reaching up to 20 mph, gusts may be as high as 30 mph. The plunge continues into the night with a low near 17 degrees.
The weekend outlook suggests a reprieve from the rain, with an uninterrupted span of sunshine from Saturday through to Sunday. However, the comfort of the sun's rays will be tempered by persistent cold, ushering in a high of just 31 on Saturday and a chilling low of around 16 degrees Saturday night.
Sunday's forecast promises sunny skies once again, with temperatures clawing back to a high near 41 degrees. The following week looks to kick off with mostly sunny conditions on Monday and a return to higher temperatures, nearing 49 degrees. However, rain might again be on the docket for Tuesday with a 30 percent chance of showers and mostly cloudy skies. The likelihood of showers increases by Tuesday night to a 40 percent chance and clouds hanging low around 48 degrees.
By Wednesday, Atlantans should have their umbrellas at the ready, as showers are likely with a 60% chance of precipitation and temperatures peaking at a more comfortable 61 degrees. It's a wet note in what is otherwise a tumultuous mix of early spring weather patterns for the Peach State's capital.
