Atlanta residents are advised to keep an umbrella handy as wet weather is expected in the coming days. According to the National Weather Service, the city is looking at a mix of sun and storms with varying chances of precipitation. Today: "A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm," reports the forecast, highlighting a partly sunny Thursday with a high approaching 89 degrees. Morning commuters might experience some patchy fog before 9 am, so caution is advised.
The outlook for tonight suggests a slightly higher chance of rain, with a prediction of "a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am, then a slight chance of showers between 2am and 3am." Those evening festivities should wrap up on a drier note, despite the mostly cloudy skies, and expect to greet a low around 72 degrees, as detailed by the NWS.
Continuing into the weekend, the forecast anticipates days dominated by clouds and potential thunderstorms. Friday activities may need to pivot indoors as the chance of precipitation climbs to 70%, with showers and thunderstorms likely after 11 am. New rainfall amounts could range between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, although heavier showers are not out of the question during thunderstorms.
Those planning on attending weekend events should keep weather-appropriate attire close by. Saturday: "A chance of showers before 11am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11am and 2pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2pm," predicts the National Weather Service. With the probability of rainfall marked at 60%.
As the week proceeds, Sunday's forecast slightly improves with a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2 pm, providing some hope of clearer skies for outdoor activities. The evening should clear up, also offering a glimpse at the stars with a low of around 68 degrees. The following Monday promises sunshine and a high near 86, making it potentially the best day to partake in open-air events without worry of rain interruptions.
The clear skies seem to hold steady into Tuesday, with mostly sunny conditions and a comfortable high near 81 degrees. The pleasant weather seemingly extends into Wednesday with partly sunny skies and a high near 80, suggesting Atlanta may finally see a respite from the rain.
