Atlanta, GA – A crisp, golden sunrise greets Georgia this morning as light fog lifts over fields and rooftops. The calm, chilly start signals a transition week for the region — one marked by mild afternoons, clear skies, and a potential round of late-week thunderstorms.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, patchy frost developed early across far northeast Georgia as temperatures dipped into the 30s. The rest of the state will warm quickly, with highs reaching the upper 60s to low 70s by Wednesday and Thursday under full sun. Light winds shift south by midweek, pulling warmer air into the Atlanta metro and across the I-20 corridor.
The next change arrives Friday evening. Moisture from the Gulf will surge northward, increasing rain chances to 60% by late Friday night. A few isolated thunderstorms could develop, mainly west of Atlanta and north into Rome and Gainesville. While severe weather isn’t expected, gusty winds and heavy downpours may slow travel during the evening commute.
Saturday brings partial clearing and comfortable highs in the lower 70s, perfect for outdoor plans or early Veterans Day events. By early Monday, cooler air slides back into north Georgia, with possible freezing lows in the mountains and upper 30s for metro areas.
The pattern reflects a familiar November rhythm — warm southern afternoons fading toward a steady chill as Thanksgiving approaches. Residents should take advantage of the sunshine now before the next front rolls through late week, marking the South’s first hint of its winter turn.
