Atlanta, Georgia – Spring weather will bring a shift in Atlanta’s routine this week as thunderstorm chances return on Monday, raising concerns for drivers along I-285 and I-20. Residents and commuters should plan for changing conditions, including slick roads and scattered rain, as the National Weather Service signals a series of afternoon and evening showers through Friday.
According to the National Weather Service, Atlanta faces a 20 percent chance of thunderstorms and showers after 3 p.m. Monday, with gusty southeast winds up to 15 mph. The risk extends into the evening as clouds linger and winds remain steady. By midweek, another wave of showers will impact travel—Wednesday’s forecast calls for a 40 percent chance of rain after 2 p.m., especially in Fulton, DeKalb, and Clayton counties. Temperatures will stay mild, but any thunderstorm may produce localized street flooding and brief traffic slowdowns.
For those traveling on I-285 or I-20, keep headlights on, slow down in wet weather, and allow extra time for the evening drive. Stay alert to changing conditions, especially during Monday afternoon’s commute and again Wednesday and Friday, when scattered thunderstorms are possible.
This spring pattern means Metro Atlanta should expect partly sunny skies between systems, with daily highs in the upper 70s to mid-80s and overnight lows in the 60s. Thursday also brings a slight chance of thunderstorms, so outdoor plans may require backup options.
Five-Day Extended Outlook:
- Monday: Partly sunny, 20% chance of late-day storms, high near 79°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 82°F, dry.
- Wednesday: 40% chance of showers after 2 p.m., high 85°F.
- Thursday: 20% chance of storms, high near 85°F.
- Friday: 40% chance of rain, high 83°F.
