Atlanta, GA – Georgia enters Patriot Day on Thursday with calm skies and warming temperatures, creating ideal conditions for outdoor events. Attendees of September 11 remembrance ceremonies in Atlanta can expect sunshine, dry air, and highs in the upper 80s.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, Atlanta will see a high near 87 degrees Thursday, with light north winds around 5 mph. Nighttime lows will drop into the mid-60s, giving residents comfortable evenings after warm afternoons. Drivers along I-75 and I-285 should plan for sun glare during morning and evening commutes, particularly heading into the city for ceremonies.
Friday will continue the sunny pattern, with highs rising close to 88 degrees. Weekend plans in Piedmont Park, Centennial Olympic Park, and surrounding neighborhoods remain safe from storms, as skies stay clear and humidity manageable. However, officials advise staying hydrated and limiting strenuous outdoor activity during peak heat hours.
By Saturday and Sunday, Atlanta’s highs will push near 90 degrees, signaling a summerlike weekend despite September’s arrival. Nights remain mild, with temperatures in the mid-60s, allowing comfortable conditions for evening gatherings and outdoor dining across metro Atlanta.
The dry stretch continues into early next week, with Monday and Tuesday also holding sunny skies and highs hovering near 90. No rain chances appear in the near-term outlook, keeping Georgia’s roads dry and skies free of storms.
Five-Day Forecast for Atlanta, GA
- Thursday: Sunny, high 87, low 64
- Friday: Sunny, high 88, low 64
- Saturday: Sunny, high 87, low 64
- Sunday: Sunny, high 89, low 65
- Monday: Sunny, high 92, low 68
