Residents of Atlanta can expect a mix of storms and sunshine for the coming week, according to the latest weather forecasts. With a pattern of intermittent showers and thunderstorms largely dominating the week's outlook, those planning outdoor activities may want to keep an eye on the sky—or the weather app of their choice.
Beginning today, Atlanta faces a 60% chance of precipitation with "showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 2pm," reports the National Weather Service. Weather conditions include a high near 85 degrees and the possibility of patchy fog in the morning hours. As the evening approaches, the skies are expected to clear somewhat, leaving the city with a partly cloudy night and a mild low around 68.
The start of the workweek won't stray far from today's pattern. Atlanta is slated for another round of storms tomorrow with similar temperatures. There's a noted 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms, especially between the brisk winds of 5 to 10 mph and gusts that might climb as high as 15 mph, continues to trouble the chances of a completely dry day.
Looking ahead, Tuesday offers a slightly decreased chance of precipitation at 40%, paired with "mostly sunny" skies and a high once again aiming near 85, according to the National Weather Service. By Tuesday night, any lingering thunderstorms are expected to dissipate before 8 p.m., followed by partly cloudy conditions and a comfortable low around 67 degrees.
Midweek predictions signal a break in the rain with Wednesday boasting a mere 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. and sunshine bringing highs to a toasty 88 degrees. The marginally higher temperatures will persist through the end of the week, with Thursday and Friday set for potential storms in the afternoon and highs flirting with the upper 80s.
The weekend outlook does not provide much reprieve from the unsettled pattern, as Saturday is tagged with a 70% chance of continued showers and thunderstorms. Those in Atlanta may want to keep umbrellas close at hand throughout the week, and stay tuned to local weather updates for any changes that might arise in this dance of sun and storm.
