As Atlantans prepare for the upcoming week, the latest weather reports suggest a varied mix of sunny skies and potential thunderstorms. According to the National Weather Service, today will remain sunny with a high near 82 and winds reaching up to 25 mph. This evening will see mostly clear conditions and a cooler temperature around 60.
Friday's weather is looking similarly bright with a forecast of continued sunshine and a high of approximately 79 degrees. The winds, coming from the west, are expected to keep things breezy, gusting up to 20 mph. While enjoying the sunny weather, Atlantans should be mindful of Friday night's temperature, lightly dropping to around 59 degrees with the northwest wind calming down after midnight.
As the weekend approaches, Saturday holds a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms popping up after 2 p.m., though most of the day will stay mostly sunny with a high nearing 81 degrees. The night might also bring slight showers with a 20 percent chance of precipitation and a low around 63.
Looking towards the end of the weekend, Sunday's forecast signals a slight chance of morning showers, then ramps up to a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day. With the highs soaring to near 88, the atmosphere will be mixing warmth with moisture. As Atlantans honor Memorial Day, plans may have to accommodate a 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms weaving through a partly sunny day with a high of 86.
The unsettled weather pattern is expected to continue into early next week, with Monday night forecasting a 70 percent likelihood of showers and a possible thunderstorm before 2 a.m. Tuesday could mirror this trend, maintaining a 70 percent chance of thunderstorms during the day and 40 percent chance coming into the night. To cap off the forecast, Wednesday offers a 30 percent chance of rain, contrasted by mostly sunny skies and a high approaching 79, signaling a potential reprieve from the wetter conditions earlier in the week.
