Atlanta residents should prepare for a wet start to the week as scattered rain showers continue through Monday before a cold front arrives Tuesday, bringing the potential for snow.
According to the National Weather Service, rain chances remain at 30-50% through Monday night, with winds shifting east at 10-15 mph. Temperatures will hover around 59°F on Monday before dropping into the upper 40s overnight. By Tuesday, colder air moves in, increasing the chance of snow, especially in northern Georgia.
Tuesday’s high is expected to reach 57°F, with an 80% chance of rain turning to possible snow in the evening. Rainfall totals could create slick roads on major highways like I-285 and I-75. By Tuesday night, temperatures will dip to 48°F, with a 90% chance of precipitation.
By Wednesday, the rain persists, with temperatures peaking at 61°F before another drop Wednesday night. Drivers should expect wet conditions and possible delays.
By Thursday, showers taper off, but a thunderstorm is possible before noon. Temperatures fall sharply, with overnight lows near 37°F.
Residents should monitor forecasts and drive cautiously as conditions shift midweek.