Residents of Atlanta can expect a somewhat tumultuous week ahead, weather-wise, with chances of showers and thunderstorms dominating the forecast. There's a 20 percent chance of showers early today, though the rest of the day should remain mostly sunny with highs around 81 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.
Moving into the evening, the likelihood of precipitation increases to 40 percent, with potential showers and thunderstorms before midnight, and again, after 1am. Residents can expect a mostly cloudy night with low temps hovering around 64 degrees, carried by a gentle northeast wind switching southeast post-midnight.
The forecast does not improve much as we head into Sunday. The morning could bring more showers and thunderstorms, with a 60 percent chance of rain in the afternoon. The National Weather Service anticipates temperatures to climb slightly, reaching a high near 86 degrees amid variable winds.
For Memorial Day, those planning outdoor activities should be prepared for interruptions by Mother Nature. Showers are likely in the afternoon, backed by a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy skies will preside, as the mercury reaches a high near 82, while a gentle west wind turns northeast throughout the day.
The rest of the week seems to mirror this unsettled pattern. Tuesday and Wednesday both have a high probability of rain—70 percent and 60 percent, respectively—with thunderstorms likely, and temperatures peaking close to the 80s. Nighttime brings a continuation of these patterns, with showers and possible thunderstorms expected to occur before and after 8pm.
Approaching the close of the week, there's little respite in sight. Thursday's chances of showers and thunderstorms sit at 50 percent during the day, dropping slightly to 30 percent by night. Friday's forecasts predict a 40 percent chance of rain, though temperatures should remain consistently around the low 80s.
