Atlanta, Georgia – A warmer and wetter-than-normal weather pattern is favored across the Southeast from Jan. 7 through Jan. 11, according to the latest outlook from NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center.
The 6–10 day temperature outlook indicates above-normal temperatures are likely from eastern Texas through the Gulf Coast states and into the Carolinas. The strongest warmth signal is centered across Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and South Carolina, with milder-than-average conditions extending north into Tennessee and North Carolina.
At the same time, the 6–10 day precipitation outlook favors above-normal rainfall across much of the Southeast. This points to an active pattern with multiple weather systems capable of producing repeated rounds of rain, rather than prolonged dry conditions.
With temperatures expected to remain well above early January averages, rain will be the dominant precipitation type, and no winter weather impacts are indicated across most of the region. Periods of moderate rainfall may lead to localized ponding on roadways, especially in urban areas and along major corridors such as I-75, I-85, and I-95.
The Climate Prediction Center emphasizes that these outlooks reflect overall trends rather than specific storm timing or severity. Individual systems may still vary in strength and track, with occasional thunderstorms possible depending on instability.
For commuters, students, and outdoor workers, the pattern may bring wet roads, reduced visibility, and intermittent travel delays, particularly during heavier rain events.
Residents across the Southeast are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts from the National Weather Service as the Jan. 7–11 period approaches and forecast confidence continues to improve.
