Atlanta, GA – A spring-like weather pattern is expected to develop across Georgia during the February 11–17 period, bringing above-normal temperatures with potential statewide impacts.
According to the NOAA Climate Prediction Center, the 8–14 day outlook strongly favors warmer-than-normal temperatures across the Southeast, including all of Georgia. This pattern follows recent seasonal variability and signals a mid-February shift toward milder conditions.
In Atlanta and much of north and central Georgia, average mid-February high temperatures typically range from the mid-50s to near 60 degrees. Forecast guidance suggests daytime highs may frequently reach the 60s and possibly low 70s during this period. Overnight lows are also expected to trend milder, reducing the risk of freezing temperatures outside of far northern counties.
Across south Georgia, including Macon, Valdosta, and Albany, temperatures are forecast to run well above normal, with consistently mild afternoons. Coastal areas such as Savannah and Brunswick may see slightly cooler daytime highs due to marine influence, but overnight lows are expected to remain elevated.
While the warmer pattern reduces winter-related hazards, it may increase hydrologic concerns in some locations. The Climate Prediction Center’s precipitation outlook indicates near to above-normal precipitation potential across parts of the Southeast. Rainfall combined with warmer temperatures could lead to localized ponding on roads and rises on rivers and streams.
Major transportation corridors including I-75, I-85, I-20, I-95, and I-285 may see generally favorable travel conditions, though periods of rain could cause brief slowdowns. Rivers such as the Chattahoochee, Savannah, Ocmulgee, Flint, and Altamaha may respond to increased runoff if precipitation materializes.
Commuters, students, and outdoor workers may notice more spring-like afternoons statewide, but officials caution that conditions can still change quickly during late winter.
Residents across Georgia are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts and river statements from the National Weather Service as confidence increases closer to the February 11–17 timeframe.
