Georgia – Cold rain slicks sidewalks and darkens pavement this morning, but a sharper edge is quietly moving in behind it. Air turns heavier, winds shift north, and a winter pattern begins tightening its grip across Georgia.
Rain remains the main story today across metro Atlanta, but temperatures trend steadily downward heading into the weekend. According to the National Weather Service, a developing winter setup may bring freezing rain and a rain-snow mix to parts of north and central Georgia from Saturday into early Monday.
Today stays damp and mild, with highs near 49 degrees around Atlanta and Peachtree City. Showers remain likely, especially during the morning and early afternoon. By tonight, cooler air filters in, setting the stage for changes later.
Friday brings another round of rain with temperatures hovering near 51. Roads stay wet, and visibility may dip at times during heavier showers. By Saturday, colder air locks in as moisture continues to stream north. Rain may transition to freezing rain late Saturday night as temperatures dip below freezing.
Metro Atlanta sits near a critical temperature line. Even brief periods of freezing rain could glaze bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads. Drivers on I-75, I-85, and I-20 should plan extra time and remain alert, especially after sunset.
Sunday looks unsettled and cold. Rain and freezing rain remain possible, with a chance of rain mixing with snow early. Highs struggle to reach the low 40s. Any moisture left on roads could refreeze after dark, raising the risk of flash freezing.
Early next week turns colder but quieter. The broader outlook shows below-normal temperatures lingering across the Southeast, while precipitation chances rise again later next week.
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Five Day Outlook for Atlanta, GA
- Friday: Showers likely, high near 51°F
- Saturday: Cold rain developing, high near 40°F
- Sunday: Rain and freezing rain possible, high near 41°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, colder, high near 33°F
- Tuesday: Sunny and cold, high near 38°F
