Atlanta, Georgia – Anyone with outdoor plans across Georgia this week will need to keep a close eye on the sky as daily rounds of showers and thunderstorms develop through at least the weekend, bringing the potential for locally heavy rainfall and periodic travel disruptions.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, thunderstorm chances will persist each day across both north and central Georgia, with the greatest coverage generally expected during the afternoon and evening hours. Forecasters also note that heavier rainfall amounts may become more common later in the week as moisture remains in place across the region.
Temperatures across north Georgia will trend cooler than recent days, with highs generally ranging from the upper 70s to mid-80s through much of the week. Atlanta and much of central Georgia will remain warmer, with afternoon highs commonly reaching the mid-80s to lower 90s before cloud cover and rainfall help limit temperatures.
Cities including Atlanta, Athens, Gainesville, Rome, Macon, Columbus and Warner Robins could experience brief downpours, lightning and localized ponding of water on roadways during stronger storms. Commuters should allow extra travel time during afternoon and evening periods when storms are most likely to develop.
The persistent storm pattern will continue into the weekend, with scattered showers and thunderstorms remaining in the forecast each day. Residents are encouraged to monitor daily weather updates, especially if planning outdoor activities, as additional rainfall and thunderstorm advisories may be issued throughout the week.
Five Day Forecast for Atlanta, Georgia
- Tuesday: High 77-83°, Low 58-67°; Scattered showers and thunderstorms
- Wednesday: High 81-85°, Low 63-67°; Scattered showers and thunderstorms
- Thursday: High 82-90°, Low 68-73°; Scattered to widespread showers and thunderstorms
- Friday: High 77-83°, Low 67-72°; Showers and thunderstorms
- Saturday: High 81-87°, Low 60-67°; Isolated showers and thunderstorms
