Atlanta residents should be prepared for a mix of sun and slight chances of rain coming this week, according to the latest weather forecasts. While today might bring a slight chance of showers and the possibility of thunderstorms in the afternoon, the rest of the week is expected to be predominantly sunny with moderate temperatures typical for this time of year.
The extended weather forecast suggests a 20 percent chance of precipitation today between 11 am and 2 pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 pm with a high near 80 degrees. The northeast wind will blow at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 15 mph. For tonight, there's a diminished chance of thunderstorms before 7 pm with a low around 64 and similar wind conditions.
Looking ahead to Wednesday, the skies are anticipated to be clear, shining a high near 83 degrees with the ever-present east wind at 5 to 10 mph and gusts that may reach up to 15 mph. The splendid conditions are predicted to carry on into the evening, with mostly clear skies and a low around 61 degrees.
Thursday appears to deliver a continuance of clear weather and mild temperatures, as sunny skies prevail and a high near 78 is forecasted. The east wind may be a bit stronger, reaching 10 to 15 mph, with possible gusts up to 20 mph. The night is set to follow suit, remaining clear with a low around 57 degrees. Going into the weekend, Friday maintains the sunny pattern with a high once again near 78 and leads into a mostly clear night with a low around 59 degrees, as detailed by the National Weather Service.
For those making plans for the weekend, the forecast predicts mostly sunny conditions on Saturday with a high near 79, while the night could bring an increase in clouds and a low around 63 degrees. Sunday calls for a 20 percent chance of showers under partly sunny skies, with a high near 78. The slight chance of rain persists into the night, with mostly cloudy conditions expected and a low around 65. The start of the next week might see a continued 20 percent chance of showers and partly sunny skies with a high near 79.
