Atlanta woke Tuesday, October 20, to clear skies, calm air and temperatures near 49 degrees, but the bigger weather story arrives this afternoon: sunshine, very dry air and a higher risk of fires. The city should warm to about 75 under a rain-free sky, making it a classic fall day with an important catch for anyone using an outdoor flame.
Dry Air Raises Fire Danger Tuesday
Afternoon humidity is expected to fall below 30% for at least four hours, while north-to-northeast winds are expected to remain below 5 knots along and north of I-20 and run 4 to 8 knots farther south. The National Weather Service in Peachtree City says dry fuels could allow fires to spread quickly and advises residents to check with local burn-permitting authorities before burning outdoors.
Sunshine Holds Through The Week
Wednesday should reach about 75 degrees, followed by a warmer Thursday near 77 and another sunny Friday around 73. The updated outlook extends the dry pattern described in Monday's Hoodline forecast, with no measurable rain expected through the weekend.
Cooler Weekend Brings Crisp Mornings
Temperatures ease to the low 70s Saturday as east winds blow around 10 mph, then rebound slightly to near 70 Sunday. Overnight lows should remain in the upper 40s, with Monday turning mostly sunny and climbing back to around 74.
For outdoor plans, the forecast is mostly cooperative: clear skies, mild afternoons and no rain on the horizon. The exception is fire safety, especially Tuesday afternoon and during other dry, low-humidity periods this week.
