As of 5:35 a.m. EDT Wednesday, May 27, 2026, light rain and patchy fog are sliding through the Atlanta metro, with muggy humidity and temperatures hovering around 72°F. The morning looks slow and soggy, with visibility knocked down in spots before mid-morning, then a better shot at scattered showers and thunderstorms around midday. The high should top out near 83°F, and any stronger storms could bring brief heavy downpours and temporary ponding on roads.
Morning Fog And The Commute
Low clouds and patchy fog are expected to hang on through the morning in low-lying neighborhoods and along river valleys, so the commute may feel more like a crawl. Drivers should plan for reduced visibility and slick ramps. If you are heading out early, stick with low beams, give yourself extra stopping distance, and build in a few bonus minutes to get where you are going.
Afternoon Storms And Flooding Risk
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are most likely between about 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., with coverage peaking from midday into late afternoon and a general high near 83°F, according to the National Weather Service Peachtree City. Many spots will only pick up around a tenth to a quarter of an inch of rain, but any stronger cells could quickly dump heavier totals and trigger localized street flooding. For recent context on how quickly things can escalate, see Tuesday's flash flood scare. Stay alert for any Flood Warnings that may be issued when the heaviest storms move through.
This Week And The Weekend
The unsettled pattern sticks around, with daily afternoon storm chances lingering into the weekend. High temperatures will generally land in the upper 70s to low 80s, with overnight lows in the 60s. If you have outdoor plans, keep a backup option and an eye on the clock, since storms tend to bubble up during the warmest part of the day.
What To Do
Carry an umbrella, skip parking in known low spots, and never drive through standing water. Keep local alerts turned on in your phone settings and follow any instructions from officials if warnings go out.
