Georgia – Rain drums steadily across north and central Georgia this morning, filling gutters and swelling creeks as a Flood Watch remains in effect. Low clouds hang over Atlanta, and the air feels heavy as repeated rounds of rain push through already saturated ground.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, a Flood Watch remains active through this evening for much of the Atlanta metro. Rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches are possible, with locally higher amounts where heavier downpours develop. Urban and poor-drainage areas face the greatest risk, especially during the afternoon.
Road conditions worsen quickly as water pools along I-75, I-85, I-20, and surface streets across Fulton, DeKalb, Cobb, Gwinnett, and Douglas counties. Creeks and streams rise fast, and low-lying intersections may flood with little warning. Drivers should never attempt to cross water-covered roads.
Showers remain likely through the day, occasionally heavy. Patchy fog early reduces visibility, adding to travel concerns. Temperatures climb into the upper 60s to near 70, but the warm air only fuels additional rainfall efficiency. Meteorologists note multiple rounds of rain moving over the same areas, increasing runoff risks.
Conditions improve tonight as rain tapers from west to east. By Sunday, skies clear and sunshine returns, though the ground stays saturated. Highs drop into the upper 40s, and gusty northwest winds dry roads gradually. Sunday night turns sharply colder, with lows near the upper 20s, raising concerns for lingering water refreezing on bridges and shaded pavement.
Early next week brings calmer winter weather. Sunshine dominates Monday and Tuesday, with cool mornings and milder afternoons. While the flood threat ends later today, additional advisories could be issued if rainfall intensifies.
Stay weather-aware today. Avoid flooded areas and monitor alerts closely as conditions change.
Five-Day Outlook for Atlanta, GA
- Today: Heavy rain likely, flooding risk, high near 70
- Sunday: Sunny, breezy, high near 47
- Monday: Sunny, cooler, high near 49
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 57
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 56
