Atlantans can expect a blistering hot day today with forecasts predicting a high near 98 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. While the morning winds are set to be relatively calm, a southwest breeze is anticipated to pick up in the afternoon. As we transition into the evening, the temperature will modestly drop, ushering in a mostly cloudy night with a low around 75 and a gentle western wind flowing at a 5 to 10 mph clip.
The city will see partly sunny skies tomorrow, but don't leave your umbrellas at home. There's a 40 percent chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m., so you might want to consider indoor activities post-lunch. Conditions will cool down slightly in the evening, with a low temperature hovering at around 74 degrees.
Friday will bring a mix of sun and potential rain, with a slight chance of showers in the morning and a stronger likelihood of thunderstorms brewing after 11 a.m. Those planning to head outdoors should do so with caution as the chance of precipitation is estimated at 40%. The day's high is expected to reach near 94 degrees with a mild southern breeze in the afternoon.
As the weekend kicks off, the trend of scattered storms continues. Saturday's forecast details a 50 percent possibility of showers and thunderstorms, primarily after 8 a.m. Despite the intermittent rain, temperatures are predicted to peak near 94 degrees. The evening will see a decreased chance of rain, though the intermittent thunderstorms may still make an appearance before 8 p.m. with lows settling around 77.
Looking ahead to next week, similar patterns persist. The forecast projects a series of mostly sunny days with intermittent chances of showers and thunderstorms—each day coming in with around a 30 to 40 percent possibility of precipitation and high temperatures consistently sizzling in the mid-90s. Nighttime should bring some reprieve from the heat, with lows anticipated to be in the mid-70s, perfect for those warm southern evenings. Atlantans should remain alert for weather updates as these summer conditions persist.
