Atlanta woke up to clear skies and a crisp chill Friday, with temperatures near 55°F at the Peachtree City/Atlanta airport. The rest of the day is set to feel like classic spring, with a comfortable high near 73°F and a light east breeze. Enjoy it while it lasts, because a much wetter setup is lining up for the weekend, with showers and scattered thunderstorms likely across the metro from Saturday into Sunday. If you have outdoor plans, keep them flexible.
Weekend Rain And Thunderstorms
Forecasters say the best shot at widespread rain arrives Saturday morning, with showers and storms likely before 11 a.m. and highs in the mid to upper 70s. The National Weather Service reports that an additional 0.5 to 2 inches of rain is possible across parts of the region through the weekend, and a few storms could turn strong in portions of central Georgia. That kind of rainfall may lead to localized ponding on roads and brief urban flooding, especially if storms move slowly or repeatedly track over the same neighborhoods.
Timing And Commute Tips
Rain is expected to ramp up late Friday night into early Saturday. Forecasts call for a slight chance of showers around 2 to 3 a.m., followed by steadier showers and thunderstorms overnight. Saturday morning commutes and early events will be most at risk for quick bursts of heavy rain, and scattered storms may hang around into Sunday. For earlier background and details on the recent Flood Watch, check out the May 6 flood watch breakdown.
Plan Ahead
Bring an umbrella, give yourself extra travel time, and do not drive through standing water, since small streams and low-lying streets could see brief flooding. Keep an eye on local alerts and the National Weather Service forecast over the next 24 to 48 hours in case the timing or intensity of the storms changes.
