Atlanta, GA – A stretch of dry fall weather will give way to unsettled conditions by late weekend, bringing chances for showers and gusty winds into early next week. Sunshine dominates Friday, but clouds return Saturday ahead of a wetter pattern Sunday through Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, Friday will stay sunny with highs near 79 degrees, though east winds could gust up to 20 mph. Saturday remains partly sunny, but clouds thicken Saturday night with lows in the 60s. By Sunday afternoon, skies turn mostly cloudy, with a slight chance of showers developing after sunset.
The better chance for rain arrives Monday into Tuesday. NWS forecasters note a 30 to 40 percent chance of showers both days, with isolated thunderstorms possible by Tuesday afternoon. Highs will stay in the mid-70s, slightly cooler than Friday’s warmth. Drivers along I-75, I-20, and I-285 could face wet roads during the Monday and Tuesday commutes.
Winds will remain breezy at times, especially over higher terrain north of Atlanta, where gusts could top 20 mph. The unsettled stretch may bring spotty delays at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport if showers linger during peak travel periods.
Residents should plan ahead by securing outdoor items, charging devices before storms, and keeping rain gear handy. Despite the unsettled start to October’s first week, forecasters expect drier air to return by midweek, helping temperatures settle into the mid-70s with more typical fall conditions.
Five-Day Forecast for Atlanta, GA:
Fri: 79/58 – Sunny, breezy; east winds gusting up to 20 mph.
Sat: 80/64 – Partly sunny, mild; clouds increase overnight.
Sun: 79/67 – Mostly cloudy; slight chance of evening showers.
Mon: 76/67 – Mostly cloudy; 30% chance of showers, breezy at times.
Tue: 75/67 – Showers, isolated storms after 2 p.m.; 40% chance of rain.
