Atlanta, Georgia – Storms could rattle parts of Georgia by mid-afternoon Tuesday as summer heat peaks near 96°F and moisture builds across metro Atlanta.
According to the National Weather Service, there’s a 30% chance of thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Tuesday, with conditions favoring quick bursts of rain, gusty winds, and localized flooding, especially near low-lying roads and along I-285. The threat continues into Tuesday night with storm chances lingering before skies clear late.
Monday remains sunny and sweltering, with highs climbing near 96°F and light west winds offering little relief. Residents should limit outdoor activity during peak afternoon heat, stay hydrated, and avoid non-essential travel during storm hours Tuesday.
By Wednesday, storms become more widespread, with a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 2 p.m. That risk extends through Wednesday night. Thursday and Friday follow suit with high chances of afternoon and evening storms, keeping roads slick and power outages possible in scattered neighborhoods.
This prolonged storm pattern signals the return of unstable summer weather across Fulton, DeKalb, and Clayton counties. With ground moisture increasing midweek, even routine downpours could lead to poor drainage and traffic backups near key corridors like I-75 and I-20.
Five-Day Atlanta Forecast: July 7–12
- Monday: Sunny, high near 96°F
- Tuesday: High 95°F, 30% chance of PM thunderstorms
- Wednesday: High 94°F, 50% chance of PM storms
- Thursday: Showers/storms likely, high 91°F, 60% chance
- Friday: More storms possible, high 89°F, 70% chance
