Atlanta residents should prepare for sporadic showers and thunderstorms this week. As September approaches, today's weather brings near 92-degree heat with a chance of storms after 2 p.m., so keeping an umbrella handy is wise despite mostly sunny skies. The National Weather Service predicts calm winds shifting south at around 5 mph later in the day.
This unpredictable weather will continue into the weekend. Saturday will see a high of 93 degrees with an afternoon chance of thunderstorms, followed by a cooler night with lows around 71 degrees. Sunday will bring scattered showers mixed with sunshine and light winds. Labor Day on Monday is expected to follow the same pattern, with afternoon storms likely.
The National Weather Service predicts continued unpredictable weather. Tuesday will likely bring showers and a possible thunderstorm after 2 p.m., with a noticeable drop in temperature to a high near 82 degrees. The "chance of precipitation is 60%," creating a mix of welcome coolness and frustrating wetness. Wednesday and Thursday will follow a similar pattern, with scattered showers, overcast skies, and temperatures in the high seventies to low eighties.
The unpredictable weather continues into the evenings, with nights often reflecting the day's uncertainty. Rain is likely before midnight, with the National Weather Service predicting a 40% to 60% chance of precipitation most nights. This means there may be some breaks in the showers. Nighttime lows will range from the low seventies to mid-sixties.
