Georgia – A raw, unsettled wind cuts across metro Atlanta this morning, pushing low clouds over rooftops and leaving the air feeling colder than the thermometer shows. Pavement still carries last night’s moisture, and gusts swirl loose leaves across parking lots—an early sign that a sharper December cold snap is moving in fast.
The Cold Weather Advisory begins at 6 p.m., covering much of north and central Georgia, including Atlanta, Marietta, Griffin, Covington, Carrollton, and McDonough. Wind chills could drop to 7° by late evening, with many areas settling into the teens through early Monday. Meteorologists warn that exposed skin cools quickly in this pattern, especially during late-night travel or early Monday commuting.
Northwest winds strengthen through the afternoon with gusts up to 20–30 mph. Roads may remain damp in shaded corridors, raising the risk of flash freezing after sunset—particularly on bridges, elevated ramps, and stretches of I-75, I-85, and I-20 where airflow accelerates cooling. Plan extra time if heading out late today; conditions may deteriorate quickly.
Monday stays sunny, though temperatures barely recover. To be fair, calmer winds help, but the morning chill remains biting. By Tuesday, highs climb into the mid-50s, offering a brief warmup before clouds rebuild later in the week.
Meteorologists are now tracking a moisture surge that could return showers on Thursday. Models hint at a warm-to-cool transition Friday night that, under the right setup, might introduce an early winter tease, though confidence remains low.
Five-Day Outlook
Monday: Sunny, high 42; low 26.
Tuesday: Sunny, high 54; low 33.
Wednesday: Partly sunny, high 57; low 41.
Thursday: Chance of showers, high 62.
Friday: Partly sunny, high 58.
