Atlantans can look forward to a spell of sunny skies and warm temperatures today, but should keep their umbrellas close for the following evenings. According to the National Weather Service, the city will enjoy a high of 84 degrees with gentle northwestern breezes adding a touch of freshness to the air. As the sun sets, the wind is expected to mellow, making way for a clear, tranquil 61-degree night.
The weather rollercoaster is set to continue over the weekend, with temperatures fluctuating slightly. Forecasts predict a rise to 85 degrees tomorrow, with partly cloudy skies at night. Saturday will see a high of 83 degrees, accompanied by a southeast breeze with gusts reaching up to 15 mph. Savvy residents should prepare for an uncertain Saturday night as the chance of showers and thunderstorms increases to 30 percent, following an evening that is expected to stay mostly cloudy and hover around 66 degrees.
Partly sunny days will continue with occasional chances of rain until mid-next week. Sunday's forecast shows a 40 percent likelihood of rain and thunderstorms, while Monday and Tuesday each come with their own chances of disrupted picnics and damp commutes, with precipitation probabilities pegged at 30 percent.
While rain threats may disappoint some, temperatures will remain in the comfortable mid-80s. This is good news for those enjoying long daylight hours. But be cautious of rain, especially at night and early morning when chances rise to 30 percent. Wednesday could hit near 88 degrees with a 30 percent chance of thunderstorms.
