Atlanta is bracing for a dynamic weather week as December draws to a close, with forecasts highlighting a mix of thunderstorms, sunny skies, and chilly nights. According to the National Weather Service, Atlanta residents can expect showers and potential thunderstorms this morning that should clear by afternoon, with highs flirting with the mid-60s. The southeast wind will shift westward, gusting up to 25 mph and providing a brisk backdrop to the day's 60% precipitation chance.
Tonight's forecast signals a shift to partly cloudy skies and cool temps hovering in the mid-40s. The week starts off with a similar pattern: partly sunny skies tomorrow and highs in the low 60s, while tomorrow night sees a slight temperature bump and gusty conditions, as reported by the National Weather Service. Distinct drops in temperatures are on the horizon, nudging residents to bundle up as the New Year approaches.
The mid-week forecast calls for continued partly sunny days with a spike in wind speeds, reaching up to 25 mph on Tuesday. A noticeable cool down takes hold Tuesday night, descending to the low 40s. As Atlantans prepare to ring in the New Year, they can expect mostly sunny skies but need to layer up for the daytime high of just 53 degrees.
Winter tightens its grip as the week progresses, with Wednesday night's temperatures dropping to near freezing. The trend continues with a sunny but chilly Thursday, as highs peak at a brisk 49 degrees. The National Weather Service indicates that nighttime temperatures will approach freezing again before a slightly warmer Friday. The week ends on a sunny but cool note, with Saturday's highs struggling to surpass the mid-40s.
