Georgia – Headlights glow softly through a gray veil this morning as dense fog blankets much of north and central Georgia. Visibility drops quickly, especially along highways and neighborhood roads, creating a slow and cautious start for commuters. This Weather Alert marks the beginning of a more active stretch that builds through the end of the week.
According to the National Weather Service, a Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect through mid-morning, with visibility falling to one-quarter mile or less in spots. The greatest impacts stretch across metro Atlanta and surrounding counties, where low visibility makes driving hazardous. Motorists should reduce speed, increase following distance, and avoid sudden lane changes.
Fog gradually lifts late this morning, allowing filtered sunshine to break through. Temperatures climb rapidly, reaching around 70 degrees in Atlanta. The mild air may feel springlike, but moisture remains trapped near the surface.
Tonight stays mostly cloudy and mild, with lows near 51 degrees. Thursday offers a brief lull. Clouds dominate, highs reach the upper 60s, and winds stay light. That quiet window closes quickly as a stronger system approaches from the west.
By Friday, showers begin spreading across north Georgia. Highs rise to the low 70s, adding energy to the system. Rain becomes more widespread Friday night, with embedded downpours possible. Roads along I-20, I-75, and I-85 could turn slick during heavier bursts.
Saturday brings the most unsettled Weather. Showers and thunderstorms become more numerous, with highs near 69 degrees. Locally heavy rainfall is possible, especially across north and northwest Georgia. Poor drainage areas may see standing water.
Saturday night into Sunday trends cooler. Rain tapers, temperatures fall into the low 40s, and highs Sunday hover near 50 degrees. While Winter weather isn’t expected, colder nights early next week may feel sharp after sunset.
Five-Day Outlook for Atlanta, Georgia
- Today: Dense fog early, then partly sunny, high 70
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy, high 68
- Friday: Showers developing, high 72
- Saturday: Showers and storms, high 69
- Sunday: Chance of showers, high 50
