Atlanta rolled out of bed Sunday, April 26, 2026, under a low gray ceiling of clouds, patchy drizzle and thick pockets of fog, with temperatures in the low 60s near Hartsfield‑Jackson and Peachtree City. Visibility dropped in spots across the metro, slowing early commutes on surface streets and bridges.
Fog This Morning, Clearing By Mid‑Morning
The National Weather Service in Peachtree City issued a Special Weather Statement at 5:30 a.m. warning that patchy dense fog could cut visibilities to less than a half‑mile across parts of north and central Georgia. Forecasters say the fog should lift by about 10 a.m., and drivers are urged to use low‑beam headlights and leave extra distance between vehicles, according to NWS Peachtree City.
Sunny, Warm Afternoon
After mid‑morning, most of the metro should break out into mostly sunny skies, with highs climbing into the low‑to‑mid 80s (around 83°F) and light north winds. Rain chances stay low, so outdoor plans that kick off after lunch should be in good shape.
Breezy Monday, Storms Return Midweek
A shift in winds will make Monday breezier, with east winds around 10–15 mph and gusts up to 25 mph, before a wetter pattern settles in Tuesday into Wednesday. Showers and thunderstorms become more likely then, with a conditional threat for a few strong to severe storms capable of producing damaging wind gusts and a brief tornado where conditions line up, according to NWS Peachtree City.
What To Know For Your Commute
If you are heading out this morning, ease off the gas in reduced visibilities and keep headlights on low beam. Bridges and underpasses can turn slick with drizzle, so give yourself extra time. If you have outdoor plans later in the week, keep a backup indoor option for Tuesday and Wednesday and secure lightweight patio furniture before Monday’s gustier winds pick up. For more local context on how morning fog gives way to warm afternoons, check out our earlier coverage of Atlanta's dawn fog.
