Atlanta, Georgia – A surge of colder air moving into Georgia late this week could turn a round of cold rain into a wintry mix, with some locations seeing rain change to snow as temperatures fall toward freezing. While widespread accumulation is not guaranteed, the setup raises concerns for slick roads, especially during overnight and early morning hours.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures are expected to hover near the freezing mark at times as precipitation moves through the region from Saturday through early next week. As colder air deepens, rain showers could briefly mix with or change to snow, particularly across northern and central portions of the state.
North Georgia, including the Atlanta metro, the I-75 and I-85 corridors, and areas near the foothills of the Appalachians, has the highest chance of seeing a rain-to-snow transition. Elevated surfaces such as bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads could become slick if temperatures drop quickly. Farther south, rain is expected to remain the dominant precipitation type, though chilly conditions will still impact travel and daily activities.
State and local officials urge drivers to monitor road conditions closely, reduce speeds during wet or wintry weather, and allow extra travel time. Residents should also prepare for cold nights by protecting exposed pipes and checking heating systems.
The unsettled pattern is expected to continue into early next week, and additional advisories could be issued if the snow threat increases.
