Atlanta, GA – Georgia is heading toward a warm, dry, and unusually quiet stretch of weather from December 18–24, with NOAA’s long-range outlook showing above-normal temperatures and below-normal precipitation statewide. This pattern supports smooth holiday travel, with minimal weather-related disruptions as Christmas Eve approaches.
According to NOAA, temperatures will run 5 to 12 degrees above normal, with afternoon highs reaching the upper 50s to upper 60s across much of the state. Areas farther south—including Macon, Valdosta, Savannah, and Brunswick—may see highs touching the low 70s at times.
The below-normal precipitation outlook signals a mostly dry weather pattern. A weak disturbance early in the week may bring isolated showers to north Georgia and the Atlanta metro between December 19–20, but widespread or heavy rainfall is unlikely.
Across the Piedmont and central Georgia, including Athens, Augusta, Macon, and Columbus, warm and quiet weather dominates. Morning fog may be the only travel concern, especially along I-20, I-75, and U.S. 441.
In north Georgia, including the foothills and mountain regions—Dahlonega, Blue Ridge, Ellijay, and Blairsville—temperatures trend cooler at night but remain well above freezing. Any precipitation that develops will fall as light rain, with no snow or ice expected.
The Georgia coast, including Savannah, St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island, and the I-95 corridor, may see breezy afternoons but stays mostly dry, warm, and travel-friendly through the holiday.
Overall, Georgia is positioned for one of the mildest and driest Christmas travel periods in recent years, with warm afternoons, calm conditions, and very low weather impacts expected through December 24.
