The City of Atlanta is gearing up for a run of cloudy skies and expected precipitation, continuing what has been a notably damp February. According to an extended weather forecast published by the National Weather Service, the peachy horizon will remain mostly clouded today, with temperature highs peaking near a cool 59 degrees. The gentle push of the north wind might bring gusts reaching 15 mph, staying constant throughout the day.
Tonight, the likelihood of showers creeps up notably after 4 a.m., with an estimated 60 percent chance of precipitation to moisten the Atlantan soil. The persistent clouds are expected to linger, allowing the thermometer to drop only to a low around 44 degrees. The east wind shall persist, too, breezing through at speeds of 5 to 10 mph, and could potentially usher in stronger gusts, also up to 15 mph.
As we march into tomorrow, the forecast calls for more showers with a heady 70 percent chance of rain. Overcast skies will bring a chillier high near 54 degrees. The east wind carries on with daytime gusts also up to 15 mph. The wet weather is set to continue into the night with the certainty of showers, virtually guaranteeing the umbrellas will get little rest, and lows should settle at approximately 47 degrees.
Wednesday's forecast intensifies with heavier showers and a slightly warmer high near 64 degrees. The east wind is expected to shift direction, coming in from the south as the daylight hours progress, while gusts could peak up to 20 mph. "Chance of precipitation is 90%," remains the mantra of the day, giving residents little hope for reprieve before the night brings a definitive 100 percent possibility of rain with its 52-degree low, as reported by the NWS.
Looking ahead, Thursday might offer a smidge of sunshine among the clouds with a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, which is forecasted to clear by early afternoon. A high of near 65 degrees suggests a break from the cooler temps. Nighttime should see the skies part further, leaving the city under partly cloudy cover, and a notably cooler low around 39 degrees. The clear skies on Friday are anticipated to hold, offering a sunny reprieve and a high near 60 degrees.
The weekend forecast advises caution for any outdoor plans, as more showers and potential thunderstorms loom large. On Saturday, a high near 64 degrees might be overshadowed by a 70 percent probability of precipitation. And by Saturday night, the chance of storms increases to 80 percent, with a low temperature settling around 49 degrees. Sunday's forecast hints at the possibility of a drier day, with a 50 percent chance of showers and highs around 61 degrees, giving Atlantans hope for a gentle ending to a week awash with rain.
