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Georgia Freeze Watch: Lows Near 29° Saturday, Nov 14
Marietta, GA – Temperatures could plunge to 29 degrees across a large portion of northern and western Georgia early Saturday, putting gardens, sensitive vegetation and exposed outdoor plumbing at risk
By Avery Collins · 2026-11-12T20:37:05.220Z
Marietta, GA – Temperatures could plunge to 29 degrees across a large portion of northern and western Georgia early Saturday, putting gardens, sensitive vegetation and exposed outdoor plumbing at risk. A newly issued Freeze Watch includes communities across the northern Atlanta suburbs, northwest Georgia and the North Georgia mountains.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, a Freeze Watch is in effect from late Friday night, November 13, through Saturday morning, November 14.
The watch covers 30 counties across north central, northeastern, northwestern and west central Georgia.
Forecasters say temperatures could fall as low as 29 degrees during the coldest overnight hours.
Marietta, Dalton and Rome Among Communities at Risk The watch includes Cobb, Cherokee, Forsyth, Paulding and Douglas counties in the northern and western Atlanta metropolitan area.
Communities such as Marietta, Woodstock, Cumming, Dallas and Douglasville could experience freezing temperatures.
Farther northwest, Dalton, Rome, Calhoun, Cartersville, Cedartown, Summerville and Fort Oglethorpe are included.
The watch also stretches into the North Georgia mountains, covering communities including Blue Ridge, Ellijay, Blairsville, Hiawassee, Dahlonega and Cleveland.
To the west and southwest, Carrollton, Newnan, West Point and surrounding communities face similar concerns.
The broad geographic coverage means residents across several distinct regions should prepare for possible freezing temperatures.
However, the watch does not guarantee that every community will reach 29 degrees.
Temperatures Could Drop Below Freezing The National Weather Service warns that temperatures as low as 29 degrees could damage or kill sensitive plants and crops.
The freezing mark is 32 degrees, making even a modest temperature drop important for gardens and vulnerable vegetation.
Residents with tender potted plants should consider moving them indoors before Friday night.
Covering sensitive outdoor vegetation may also help reduce cold weather damage.
Unprotected outdoor plumbing could be vulnerable as temperatures fall.
Homeowners should consider appropriate precautions for exposed pipes, outdoor faucets and other plumbing that could be affected by freezing conditions.
Coldest Conditions Expected Early Saturday The watch is scheduled from 2 a.m. to 8 a.m. EST Saturday.
That early morning period presents the greatest immediate concern for residents who still have vulnerable plants outdoors.
A Freeze Watch means freezing temperatures are possible, but the event has not yet been confirmed with enough confidence for a Freeze Warning.
The National Weather Service may update the alert as Friday night approaches.
Residents should monitor forecasts and finish preparations Friday rather than waiting until temperatures begin dropping.