Atlanta is starting Saturday under mostly cloudy skies, but the quiet look will not last. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop this morning, with the metro facing a 90% chance of rain and a high near 86 degrees. Rain may cool some neighborhoods into the low 80s by afternoon.
Storms Build From Late Morning Into Afternoon
Showers could begin as early as 8 a.m., with storm chances rising sharply through late morning and early afternoon. The National Weather Service forecast calls for periods of showers and thunderstorms through 5 p.m., with rainfall totals of roughly one-quarter to one-half inch possible.
Some storms may become strong, especially in northwest Georgia, bringing gusty winds, frequent lightning and locally heavy rainfall. Slow-moving or repeatedly developing storms could create flash-flooding concerns, with the weather service warning that rainfall rates may briefly exceed 2 inches per hour.
Saturday Night Stays Wet And Breezy
Storm chances remain elevated Saturday night, with a 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms before gradually easing after midnight. Temperatures should settle near 72 degrees, while south winds increase to 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
No watches or warnings are currently posted for the Atlanta forecast area, but conditions can change quickly around thunderstorms. Keep outdoor plans flexible, move indoors when thunder is heard, and avoid driving through water-covered roads.
Sunday Brings Fewer Storms, Then Heat Returns
Sunday looks partly sunny and warmer, with a high near 88 degrees and a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after the morning. Gusts could reach 25 mph as winds shift southwest, and a few storms may still produce brief heavy rain.
Daily afternoon storm chances continue Monday through Friday, but coverage should be lower than this weekend. Highs climb from the upper 80s Monday and Tuesday to around 90 or 91 degrees by Wednesday through Friday, with overnight lows mostly in the low 70s.
For the latest local timing and any new alerts, check updates from the National Weather Service office in Peachtree City before heading out.
