Atlanta residents can expect a mix of cloudy skies and intermittent showers over the next week, with temperatures ranging from the low 40s to the low 70s. According to the National Weather Service, there's a 40 percent chance of rain today, mainly before 3 p.m., and a high around 56 degrees. Winds are expected to shift from east to northeast in the afternoon.
Tonight, the sky will clear up partially, and temperatures will dip to around 41 degrees with light winds. Sunday's forecast is sunny, with a high near 58 degrees, following a similar pattern on Monday where the high should be around 61, however, Monday night could see temperatures around 46 degrees. The week will continue with fluctuating patterns of sun and clouds, and by Thursday, shower chances tick up to 20 percent during the day, and 30 percent at night.
The temperatures show a gradual warming throughout the week with Tuesday hitting a high near 67 and Wednesday, climbing to around 68 degrees. Evenings will see lows from the low 40s at the start of the week to the mid-50s by Wednesday night. The trend suggests that a warmer front is moving in, as Thursday and Friday project highs in the 70s despite the increased possibility of rain, as detailed by the NWS.
For those planning outdoor activities, it will be prudent to prepare for potential showers towards the end of the week, with Friday showing a 40 percent chance of precipitation. Meanwhile, the earlier part of the week could provide clearer skies and more favorable conditions for outdoor events.
