Atlanta started Wednesday under clear skies and a crisp early chill, with many neighborhoods waking up to readings in the low to mid 50s. From there, the city heads into a sunny, breezy day, with the high topping out near 77°F and east winds running around 5 to 10 mph.
Afternoon Winds And Temperatures
By afternoon, those east winds will hold at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph. Expect flags to snap, patio umbrellas to test their loyalty, and bike rides to feel a bit brisk at times. After sunset, temperatures slide back into the upper 50s, near 58°F, so a light jacket will come in handy for any late-evening outings.
The National Weather Service is calling for this setup and currently has no watches or warnings posted for the Atlanta area.
Warm Trend Then Storms Return
The thermometer starts climbing later this week, with highs reaching the low to mid 80s on Thursday and Friday and around 85°F on Saturday. Saturday itself looks dry and comfortable, but the pattern begins to flip late in the weekend as a Bermuda-style ridge shifts offshore. That opens the door for spotty, daytime-driven showers and thunderstorms from Sunday into early next week.
According to the National Weather Service, rain chances tick up Sunday into Monday, with some guidance pointing to roughly a 40 to 50 percent chance for showers or storms on Monday. Forecasters say to expect the usual afternoon and evening summertime cells, isolated to scattered, and they are not currently expecting widespread severe weather or flooding.
In practical terms: soak up the sunshine today, make sure lightweight outdoor items are secured before the breezier afternoons, and keep an eye on the forecast if you have plans late Sunday or Monday in case any watches or warnings are issued.
