Georgia – Dry air settles over metro Atlanta before dawn, leaving leaves crisp under streetlights and a faint scent of woodsmoke drifting across quiet neighborhoods. Despite the calm, conditions turn risky later today as humidity drops and winds strengthen, setting the stage for a challenging stretch just as Thanksgiving travel ramps up across the region.
According to the National Weather Service Peachtree City office, Critical Fire Weather Conditions continue through this evening for north and central Georgia. Relative humidity falls near 25 percent while winds increase from the south at 5 to 10 mph. This combination creates rapid fire spread potential in areas from Carrollton to Athens and down toward Macon. Residents should avoid outdoor burning and keep equipment use to a minimum through sunset.
According to forecasters, the dry pattern holds tonight with mostly clear skies and temperatures in the mid-50s across Fulton, DeKalb, and Cobb counties. Models hint at a subtle pattern shift on Wednesday as moisture slowly increases. Highs climb into the upper 70s, giving the day a warm November feel that invites outdoor errands and early holiday prep. To be fair, that warmth also feeds the next system arriving late in the week.
According to early data, clouds thicken Wednesday night ahead of the next frontal push. Thursday stays partly sunny but turns breezy, and rising humidity signals the arrival of a late-week rain chance. Friday carries the highest potential for showers and a few thunderstorms after midday. Travel along I-20, I-75, and I-85 could slow during the afternoon peak.
The weekend looks seasonably pleasant. Highs near 70 under partly sunny skies support leaf cleanup, outdoor markets, and early decorating before a cooler pattern emerges early next week.
Five-Day Forecast for Atlanta, GA:
Tue: 72/56 – Sunny; fire danger until evening.
Wed: 77/57 – Mostly sunny; warm.
Thu: 79/59 – Partly sunny; clouds increasing.
Fri: 78/62 – Chance showers and storms; slower travel.
Sat: 74/53 – Partly sunny; drier.
