Atlanta residents are bracing for a deluge today, as the National Weather Service forecasts "showers and possibly a thunderstorm." With the possibility of heavy rainfall, authorities are keeping a close watch. The high for today is anticipated to be around 72 degrees amidst east winds blowing at 5 to 10 mph, gusting as high as 20 mph, as per the NWS forecast.
As tonight ushers in, the city is on high alert with "tropical storm conditions possible." According to the NWS, heavy showers and thunderstorms remain on the forecast. With an expected low near 67 degrees, the chance of precipitation stands firm at 100%, carrying additional rainfall between 2 and 3 inches into Friday morning. With soaking grounds and swollen rivers, residents nearby waterways should prepare for potential flooding. Friday's outlook isn't offering much reprieve, as "tropical storm conditions possible" linger with an 80% likelihood of precipitation. The forecast details "showers, mainly before 11am" with the potential for downpours. Despite the turbulent start, temperatures are supposed to climb near 74 degrees.
Conditions are set to improve by Friday night, turning "partly cloudy, with a low around 63." Winds shifting to the south at 10 to 15 mph—and continuing gusts as high as 20 mph—are anticipated. The weekend's forecast suggests a gradual return to calmer weather, as Saturday sees partly sunny skies and a high near 77, followed by a mostly sunny Sunday with temperatures peaking around 79. The early week looks promising for those in Atlanta weary of the rain. "Mostly sunny" from Monday with highs nearing 80, and the trend extends into midweek. The Weather Service predicts sunny days ahead, with impending temperatures edging towards the 80s and the nights maintaining a comfortable low in the low 60s, as mentioned by the NWS forecast.
