Atlanta, Ga. – Drivers across Georgia may see slick commutes Thursday and Friday as thunderstorms move through ahead of a calmer weekend. Heavy downpours could briefly reduce visibility on I-75 and local roadways, making early travel delays a strong possibility.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and storms remain likely through Friday evening, some with gusts near 15 mph. Rain chances ease Friday night, opening the door for partly sunny skies Saturday and a mostly clear stretch Sunday. Temperatures hold near seasonal levels, with highs in the low 80s and overnight lows dipping into the mid-60s.
The biggest weather concern in Atlanta and surrounding counties remains short-term storm activity. Spotty flooding could impact neighborhoods with poor drainage, and patchy fog may develop Friday morning. Officials urge drivers to slow down, leave extra space on wet roads, and keep headlights on in heavy rain.
By Saturday afternoon, most of the state enjoys drier air with just a 20% storm chance. Fall sunshine builds into Sunday, bringing comfortable conditions to outdoor plans. The first days of October look mild, with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s and lows in the 60s, though cooler mornings may gradually trend down next week.
More showers could return midweek, but no strong cold front is expected yet. Any true preview of winter chill still sits further out into October.
Five-Day Forecast for Atlanta, GA
- Thursday: Thunderstorms likely, high 81°F, gusts near 15 mph.
- Friday: Showers early, then partly sunny, high 80°F.
- Saturday: Slight storm chance, high 82°F, mostly dry afternoon.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 82°F, low 65°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 83°F.
