Georgia — Cold air settles low over metro Atlanta this morning, clinging to rooftops and dark pavement. The chill feels sharper than earlier this week, and it signals a more disruptive stretch ahead.
The National Weather Service has issued both a Winter Storm Watch and an Extreme Cold Watch for north and central Georgia, including Atlanta. Temperatures hover near freezing early, but they will fall fast as Arctic air deepens across the Southeast.
Today stays mostly sunny, with highs near 49 degrees. That brief calm will not last. By tonight, clouds thicken and colder air pours south. Lows drop into the low 20s, setting the stage for winter impacts.
Saturday brings the highest concern. Snow showers become likely by morning, with a 60 percent chance across the metro area. Forecast guidance suggests light accumulations are possible, especially on bridges and overpasses. Winds increase through midday, making it feel colder and reducing visibility during heavier bursts.
Plan extra time if traveling Saturday, especially on I-75, I-85, and I-285. Wet pavement may turn slick quickly as temperatures fall.
Saturday night turns sharply colder. Lows drop near 14 degrees, with gusty winds pushing wind chills into the single digits. Frostbite risk increases for anyone outside too long.
Sunday remains sunny but cold. Highs struggle to reach the mid-30s. The cold lingers into Monday morning before a gradual warmup begins.
This pattern connects to a larger Arctic blast stretching from the Midwest to the East Coast. With the Great Lakes nearly half frozen, cold air continues feeding south, locking winter in place.
Five-Day Outlook for Atlanta, GA
Saturday: Snow showers likely, high near 27°F
Sunday: Sunny, cold, high near 34°F
Monday: Sunny, high near 44°F
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 54°F
Wednesday: Showers possible, high near 53°F
