As residents of Atlanta GA gear up for the week ahead, clear skies and crisp temperatures are on the horizon. According to the National Weather Service, today's forecast boasts sunny skies with a high near 50 degrees, and an assertive northwest wind that could reach up to 20 mph, bringing gusts as high as 30 mph. The brisk air is a precursor to a mostly clear night, where temperatures will dip to a low around 37 and winds will slightly decrease.
Looking into the weekend, sunshine continues to dominate the forecast. Saturday's high is expected to hit near 57 degrees, with those persistent northwest winds calming down to around 10 mph, even though gusts could still reach up to 15 mph. The evening will also remain mostly clear, with a low around 37 and, the wind slowing to a placid pace. Sunday brings a warmer front, pushing temperatures to a high near 65 with gentle winds, which should make for a pleasant end to the weekend.
As the new week unfolds, Atlantans can enjoy mostly sunny skies on Monday, with temperatures climbing to a comfortable high near 70 degrees. However, the weather takes a slight turn Monday night when the chance of showers enters the picture, post 1 am, setting the stage for a 30 percent chance of rain.
The probability of rain lingers throughout the week, never quite decisive, yet not willing to bow out. Tuesday's partly sunny skies come with a high near 66, followed by a partly cloudy night around 45 degrees. Wednesday's forecast includes a tentative 20 percent chance of showers amid partly sunny conditions and a high near 63. That night, the odds of rain increase to a 40 percent chance of showers, as the clouds thicken and temperatures settle around a low of 52.
For those planning their Thanksgiving Day, the weather may be less than ideal. Forecasters are calling for a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms with cloudy conditions throughout the day. Still, the temperature holds steady with a high near 65.
