ATLANTA, GA – Streetlights gleam off wet pavement this early Monday morning as steady rain patters across north and central Georgia. Gusty winds and rolling clouds stretch from I-20 through Peachtree City to Gainesville, marking the start of a soggy early-week stretch that could linger through midweek.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, widespread showers and isolated thunderstorms will continue through Monday afternoon. Rainfall could total up to an inch in some areas, with brief heavier pockets capable of producing gusts up to 30 mph. Drivers should allow extra time on interstates including I-75, I-85, and I-285, where ponding and reduced visibility are likely through midday.
While severe weather is not expected, a few storms may bring isolated lightning and stronger gusts, particularly across far north Georgia. Repeated rainfall could also trigger minor flooding in low-lying or poor-drainage areas. Rain gradually diminishes tonight but returns again Wednesday as another wave of moisture slides through the Southeast.
By Thursday, skies begin to clear as cooler, drier air filters into metro Atlanta. Highs will dip into the mid-50s under brisk northeast winds, finally giving the region a brief taste of fall before Halloween weekend.
Friday looks mostly clear and mild, perfect for last-minute decorations or early evening trick-or-treat events. Still, residents should keep rain gear handy through midweek—this pattern has been slow to break. After all, early November looks to trend cooler and breezier, signaling a chilly November ahead for north Georgia.
Five-Day Forecast for Atlanta, GA:
Mon: 52/48 – Widespread rain; gusty east winds near 30 mph.
Tue: 59/48 – Cloudy; few light showers possible.
Wed: 55/44 – Showers early; breezy and cooler.
Thu: 55/42 – Partly sunny; crisp air returns.
Fri: 63/44 – Mostly clear; pleasant Halloween setup.
