Georgia — Cool air lingers across north Georgia this morning, with a quiet chill settling over neighborhoods and parked cars. The cold feels crisp but calm, a reminder that winter still has a say, even as warmer days wait just ahead.
Temperatures start in the mid-30s around metro Atlanta, but sunshine works quickly. By afternoon, highs reach near 60 degrees, making it one of the more comfortable December days for travel and outdoor plans. Winds remain light, keeping conditions steady for drivers on I-75, I-85, and I-20.
According to the National Weather Service, skies stay mostly clear tonight. That allows temperatures to drop back near 40 degrees, with cooler pockets dipping lower outside the city. Patchy frost is possible in sheltered areas, especially north and east of Atlanta. Early commuters should stay alert for slick bridge surfaces, even without rain.
Sunday brings a subtle change. Clouds increase slightly, and a slim chance of brief showers develops during the afternoon. Most areas stay dry, but keep a light jacket handy. Highs climb into the low 60s before cooler air settles in again after sunset.
Monday marks a return to brighter skies. Sunshine dominates, with highs in the mid-50s and a light breeze. The pattern then shifts quickly. By Tuesday and Wednesday, warmer air surges north, pushing temperatures into the mid to upper 60s, and eventually near 70 degrees.
That warm-up could feel dramatic for late December. Travelers returning home for Christmas should plan layers. Cold mornings paired with warm afternoons can create fog-prone conditions in low-lying areas.
For now, conditions remain favorable for travel. Still, watch early-morning frost and stay weather-aware as temperatures swing sharply this week.
Traveling soon? How big is the temperature swing where you are?
Five-Day Outlook — Atlanta, Georgia
- Today: Sunny, high near 60
- Sunday: Partly sunny, slight shower chance, high near 61
- Monday: Sunny, high near 56
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 64
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 70
