Residents in Atlanta can expect a mix of conditions over the next week, with a forecast including everything from sunny skies to potential severe thunderstorms. Today, Atlantans will see partly sunny weather, a high around 79 degrees, and southeast winds ranging between 10 to 20 mph, with possible gusts reaching up to 30 mph, according to an extended weather forecast published by the National Weather Service.
The situation will intensify tonight with a forecast predicting "a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm between 10pm and 4am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4am," according to the National Weather Service. Some storms may reach severe levels with the possibility of strong winds, which could bring gusts as high as 40 mph, and new rainfall amounting to between three quarters and one inch, which is not ideal, we would prefer if the weather decided to be a bit more predictable.
The variability continues into tomorrow, with a 30 percent chance of morning and afternoon showers amidst mostly sunny conditions and a high of 72 degrees. The southwest wind will stay consistent with 10 to 15 mph speeds, gusting up to 20 mph. Tomorrow night should bring some respite, with only a slight chance of showers before 8 p.m. and a low temperature settling around 42 degrees as the wind shifts northwest.
Monday's outlook appears clearer with sunny skies forecast and a high near 59 degrees, though northwest winds will remain brisk, potentially gusting as high as 30 mph, which might not be the calm many are looking for after a potentially stormy weekend, but at least it's a respite from rain. The rest of the week fluctuates with clear skies predicted for Monday night and temperature lows around 40, followed by another sunny day on Tuesday and a significant jump to a high of 73 degrees.
Wednesday also promises to be mostly sunny with a high near 75, but evening conditions may change as showers are likely after 2 a.m., bringing a 60 percent chance of precipitation. This chance of rain continues into Thursday, with showers likely and a mostly sunny forecast presenting a high near 60 degrees. By Thursday night, the clouds should dissipate, leaving a mostly clear sky and a cooler low around 38. The forecast closes on a sunny note for Friday, where residents can bask in a comfortable high around 65.
