ATLANTA, Ga. – The calm before the downpour stretches over north Georgia this early Saturday, with mild air drifting through downtown and clear skies glowing faintly above the skyline. The pleasant start won’t last long — a stormy pattern is set to arrive late Sunday, bringing widespread rain, gusty winds, and possible thunder as Halloween week begins.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, Saturday remains warm and mostly sunny with highs near 70°F. Light east winds pick up slightly by afternoon but conditions stay ideal for outdoor plans and football tailgates across the metro. Clouds increase late tonight as moisture builds ahead of a developing Gulf system.
By Sunday, expect thickening clouds and a few light showers by afternoon, followed by heavier rain spreading in after sunset. Rainfall could become steady to heavy late Sunday night through Monday, with gusts topping 25 mph and ponding possible on low-lying roads, especially along I-75 and I-285. Commuters should plan for slower travel and reduced visibility early Monday as the heaviest rainfall moves across the Atlanta area.
Rain chances taper late Monday night, but scattered showers may linger into Tuesday before drier air returns midweek. Temperatures remain mild, with highs in the 60s and lows in the 40s once the system clears.
For now, north Georgia enjoys a peaceful Saturday — but keep umbrellas handy. The next 48 hours will bring the region’s first soaking rain in weeks, a sure sign that fall’s wetter phase has arrived.
Five-Day Forecast for Atlanta, GA:
Sat: 70/52 – Mostly sunny; mild and breezy.
Sun: 66/50 – Increasing clouds; rain late.
Mon: 56/49 – Heavy rain likely; gusty winds.
Tue: 57/48 – Mostly cloudy; slight rain chance.
Wed: 65/45 – Partly sunny; cooler and dry.
