Atlantans can expect a mixed bag of weather in the coming days, with the forecast predicting a range of sunny skies and potential thunderstorms. According to the National Weather Service in Atlanta, there is a slight chance of showers in the late afternoon, with temperatures peaking near a warm 83 degrees. As the southwest winds pick up, gusts might reach up to 20 mph.

The evening hours bring a 40% chance of rain and thunderstorms before midnight, shifting to a minor probability of showers as the clock strikes one. After the showers break and the clouds part briefly, Thursday is set to be mostly sunny with the mercury climbing even higher, nearing an agreeable 86 degrees.

As Friday approaches, homeowners should prepare for a higher chance of rain, with a 50% likelihood of showers and thunderstorms predicted. The day offers a mix of sun and clouds, with conditions somewhat cooler at a comfortable 82 degrees, while winds persist around 10 mph, stirring the air with occasional stronger gusts.

The weekend outlook presents a contrast of clarity and potential precipitation. Saturday is expected to be mostly sunny with temperatures in the high 70s, but nightfall ushers in a 20 percent chance of rain. A more significant shift comes Sunday, when skies open up after 2pm, bringing showers and possible thunderstorms, turning a mostly cloudy day into a 60% gamble for precipitation.

With the rumble of thunder likely giving way to calmer skies, the upcoming week steers toward more predictable conditions. Atlanta should welcome partly sunny days with highs around 70 on Monday, escalating to a radiant 76 degrees come Tuesday, as reported by the National Weather Service.