Atlanta, GA – Thunderstorms could disrupt Sunday afternoon plans across the Atlanta metro, bringing brief heavy downpours and lightning before skies clear into the evening. Temperatures will hover near 82°F, with east winds keeping conditions slightly cooler than recent days.
According to the National Weather Service, storm chances rise after 2 p.m. Sunday, with gusts up to 20 mph possible. While rainfall will be hit-or-miss, outdoor events across Fulton, DeKalb, and Cobb counties could see quick delays. Overnight lows will settle around 70°F as clouds linger.
The unsettled pattern will strengthen early next week. Monday afternoon could bring more scattered showers, but the heaviest rain is expected Monday night into Tuesday morning, with the possibility of thunderstorms and localized street flooding during peak commutes.
Residents planning back-to-school errands or outdoor activities should aim for early Sunday or midday Monday to avoid the wettest windows. Keep umbrellas and rain gear handy, and monitor local advisories for lightning alerts.
Storm chances will taper by midweek, but occasional showers are likely to return by Thursday.
Five Day Atlanta, GA Forecast:
- Sunday: 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. High 82°F, low 70°F
- Monday: Slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. High 82°F, low 71°F
- Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 2 p.m. High 83°F, low 71°F
- Wednesday: 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 8 p.m. High 87°F, low 72°F
- Thursday: 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms. High 90°F, low 72°F
