Atlanta, GA – Bright skies greet much of north Georgia this morning, but a sharp winter chill lurks just beyond the weekend. After two mild days near 60°F, a strong push of Arctic air is expected to sweep across the region by Sunday, dropping temperatures nearly 20 degrees and bringing the coldest air of December so far.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, conditions stay sunny through Friday with light winds and highs near 60°F. However, changes arrive Saturday night as a weak cold front slides through, bringing a 40% chance of rain and gusty northwest winds. Behind it, skies clear — but temperatures plummet.
Sunday’s highs will struggle to reach 42°F around metro Atlanta, with lows falling into the lower 20s by nightfall. Across I-75, I-85, and north Georgia’s elevated terrain, wind chills could make it feel closer to the teens early Monday morning.
Meteorologists say this cold shot marks the first true sign of winter for the Southeast, following weeks of mild late-fall air. Homeowners should take precautions — cover exposed pipes, bring pets indoors, and protect sensitive plants before the freeze sets in.
While no snow is expected in Georgia, the same Arctic front is fueling snow systems across the Midwest and Great Lakes through the weekend. That cold air will continue spilling south, signaling a much chillier pattern heading into the middle of December.
5-Day Outlook (Dec. 11–15):
- Friday: Sunny, high 60°F.
- Saturday: Sunny early, 40% chance of rain late, high 60°F.
- Sunday: Clear, high 42°F, low 21°F.
- Monday: Sunny, high 42°F, low 28°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 51°F.
