Atlanta is starting Sunday clear and near 75°F, but the easy morning will give way to another hot afternoon. Temperatures are expected to reach 92°F, with the heat index climbing as high as 98°F and scattered thunderstorms possible after 1 p.m.
Sunny Start, Stormier Afternoon
Mostly sunny skies should hold through late morning, with light south winds running from 0 to 5 mph. The chance of showers and thunderstorms rises to about 30% after 1 p.m., and the National Weather Service says storms over far north Georgia could produce damaging wind gusts, though widespread severe weather is not expected.
Heat Sticks Around All Week
Monday brings a high near 91°F, another heat index near 98°F and a 40% chance of afternoon storms, followed by a 50% chance Monday evening. Highs stay around 90°F to 92°F through Saturday, while overnight lows remain in the mid-70s; the latest outlook keeps recurring storm chances in place as the heat index approaches triple digits by midweek.
Plan Outdoor Time Early
Morning and early afternoon offer the best window for outdoor plans Sunday, before storm chances increase and the heat peaks. Any storm could bring a quick downpour, lightning and sudden gusts, so keep water nearby, take breaks from the heat and move indoors at the first sound of thunder.
