Atlanta residents are gearing up for a wet and chilly week ahead, as the latest weather update predicts a steady drop in temperatures alongside precipitation. According to the National Weather Service, today's forecast includes rain or freezing rain turning into all rain after 1 pm, with a high near 42 degrees. Winds from the East are expected to range from 10 to 15 mph, gusting at times up to 30 mph, as the chance of precipitation stands firm at 100%.
The evening is looking slightly less dreary with a 30 percent chance of showers, primarily before 8 pm, as per NWS. The night sky will remain mostly cloudy as temperatures plunge to a low around 22 degrees, and Northwest winds blow at 10 to 15 mph, reaching up to 30 mph with the gusts. Venturing into the early part of the week, forecasters predict a sunny Monday, despite the high temperatures merely near 35 degrees and the Northwest wind picking up between 15 and 20 mph.
For those planning further ahead, the outlook suggests a continuation of sunny skies on Tuesday, with temperatures set to rise slightly to a high near 40. Winds are expected to calm down somewhat, coming from the West at 5 to 10 mph. The trend of clear nights is set to extend through Tuesday, with lows hovering around 23 degrees.
As the week progresses, the Atlanta area will experience more of the same, mainly sunny weather with highs around the low 40s and evening temperatures dropping to the low 20s. Area residents should take note, particularly of Thursday night, when the clear sky might offer some respite before the night clouds roll in, with the temperature settling close to 23 degrees. According to the same National Weather Service report, the coming weekend will continue the pattern of mostly sunny days and colder nights. As the city waits for the weekend's high of near 39 degrees, Friday night will usher in more clouds, setting the stage for a mostly sunny Saturday.
