Atlanta is starting Wednesday under clear skies and temperatures around 64 degrees, but the city is headed for another summerlike afternoon. Sunshine will push the high near 87, with light east winds and no rain expected. The dry stretch will hold for a few more days before a much wetter pattern moves in for the weekend.
Sunny Through Thursday, Hotter Friday
Wednesday night should stay mostly clear with a low around 65, followed by another mostly sunny Thursday reaching about 88 degrees. Friday could be the warmest day of the stretch, with a high near 89 and only a slight chance of showers late at night. The National Weather Service says mostly dry weather and gradually warming temperatures will dominate through Thursday.
Storm Chances Jump Saturday And Sunday
The forecast changes quickly Friday night, when a slight chance of showers arrives after 8 p.m. Saturday is expected to be one of the best days for precipitation, with conditions worsening later. Sunday looks wetter still, with an 80% chance of rain and storms and a cooler high near 76.
Heavy Rain Could Become The Bigger Story
Forecasters are monitoring a moisture-rich system that could keep rain and storms around from Friday through early next week. The broader outlook calls for roughly 2 to 5 inches of rain across parts of north and central Georgia, with localized flash flooding or rising streams possible if storms repeatedly pass over the same areas.
Monday stays mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of showers and a high near 75. The front is expected to move south into Tuesday. In other words, Atlanta's late-week heat has a stormy exit strategy.
Monday stays mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of showers and a high near 75, followed by a low around 57 Monday night. Tuesday should be mostly sunny and cooler, topping out near 70 with a slight chance of showers and an overnight low around 51. In other words, Atlanta's late-week heat has a stormy exit strategy and a distinctly cooler follow-up.
No watches, warnings or advisories are currently posted for the Atlanta forecast area. Outdoor plans look easiest through Friday, while weekend travelers and eventgoers should keep rain gear handy and avoid driving through flooded roadways if heavy storms develop.
