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Atlanta gets a sunny, mostly dry Wednesday before storms return this weekend. Highs reach the low 90s through Friday, with rain chances rising Saturday.
Heat Advisory in effect Tuesday, July 28: highs near 96°F and heat‑index values topping 105°F. Cooling centers are open across the city.
A late‑night break in a DeKalb trunk sewer released about 61,200 gallons into Shoal Creek; crews patched the line and officials are monitoring water quality.
Morning storms could hit the commute, then heat spikes into the 90s by Tuesday.
A hot, muggy Sunday in Atlanta with highs near 90°F and isolated storms possible this afternoon.
Fog and mist hang over Peachtree City this Saturday morning. Afternoon storms are possible, with heavy rain and gusty winds in spots.
A flash flood warning was issued Friday for six north‑metro Atlanta counties after thunderstorms dumped multiple inches of rain. Low‑lying streets and creeks are at risk this afternoon.
A Flood Watch for parts of north Georgia is in effect Friday; heavy afternoon storms could cause ponding and slow commutes. Take care on low‑lying roads.
A Flood Watch is in effect through Friday across parts of north Georgia. Scattered storms and heavy downpours are possible Thursday afternoon; expect slick roads and localized flooding.
Hot and humid this morning in Atlanta with storms possible after 3 PM. Heavy rain and localized flash flooding are possible later in the week.
Atlanta wakes to muggy skies and heads for a 92°F high with a heat index near 99. Showers and thunderstorm chances pick up midweek.
Low 90s and heavy humidity today in Atlanta with a small chance of pop‑up storms. Cooling center open at Selena S. Butler Park.
Monsoon-fed storms dumped heavy rain across metro Atlanta on Sunday, flooding streets and leaving some drivers stranded. Officials warn that even shallow water can be deadly.
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