Georgia – Crisp air settles in across Atlanta this morning as a cold front slides through north and central Georgia. Skies clear quickly behind it, but a noticeable chill follows, signaling the season’s quieter, colder shift.
According to the National Weather Service, an isolated thunderstorm is possible early today, mainly as the front exits central Georgia. That threat fades fast. Behind it, northwest winds gusting up to 30 mph usher in drier air, helping skies turn sunny by midday.
Temperatures climb only into the low 50s today, then drop steadily after sunset. Tonight marks the bigger change. Lows fall to around 33°F in Atlanta, with patchy frost possible in outlying suburbs and sheltered areas. Residents with sensitive plants should take precautions before heading to bed.
Saturday brings calm and classic late-December weather. Sunshine dominates, winds relax, and highs rebound into the upper 50s, making it a comfortable day for errands or outdoor plans. To be fair, the cold mornings linger. Saturday night dips into the upper 30s again.
Sunday turns milder. Mostly sunny skies and highs near 62°F provide a pleasant finish to the weekend. That warming trend continues into early next week, easing immediate winter concerns for travelers.
Looking ahead to Christmas travel, conditions across Georgia look favorable for now. No snow or ice threats appear on the immediate horizon, and Christmas Day trends mild, with highs potentially reaching the low 70s. Still, meteorologists note this pattern shift marks the heart of winter seasonally, meaning sharper changes can develop quickly later in December.
Five-Day Outlook:
- Saturday: Sunny, high 59°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 62°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 56°F
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 60°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, warmer, high near 69°F
