Atlanta, Georgia – A surge of milder air could push afternoon temperatures well above late-February averages across Georgia beginning Thursday, Feb. 26, as a warmer pattern settles in through Monday, March 2.
According to NOAA’s 6- to 10-day outlook issued Friday, above-normal temperatures are favored across much of the Southeast during the Thursday-to-Monday stretch, while precipitation trends near seasonal averages. That setup supports several days of springlike afternoons without a signal for prolonged heavy rainfall.
Statewide, highs may reach the low to mid-70s across central and southern Georgia, including Macon, Columbus and Albany. In Atlanta, afternoon temperatures could run 5 to 10 degrees above average for late February, offering a noticeable warm-up along the I-75 and I-85 corridors. Savannah and coastal communities may see similar mild readings, especially during peak afternoon sunshine.
Rainfall appears closer to typical late-winter levels, meaning passing systems are possible but widespread soaking rain is not strongly indicated. Drivers along I-20 and I-16 should still watch for patchy morning fog in low-lying areas if overnight skies clear and winds remain light.
Residents can take advantage of the warmer stretch for outdoor plans but should remember that late-winter variability can still return quickly. The mild pattern is expected to hold through March 2, with additional updates if any stronger systems organize across the Deep South.
