This week, Atlanta experiences a dynamic shift in weather from clear skies to potential severe storms. With temps peaking at 92 degrees, a cold front might bring heavy rain and thunderstorms.

Welcome to a rollercoaster week in Atlanta’s weather! Starting off with clear skies, temperatures are soaring into the 90s. But don’t get too comfortable—by midweek, a cold front sweeping from Houston to Charlotte promises to shake things up, bringing thunderstorms and potential flooding. Dive deeper into our daily analyses and prepare for everything from UV risks to storm safety.
A line of storms is advancing across the Gulf, bringing moderate to heavy rain to areas just south of New Orleans. The rain is expected to spread northeast, reaching Jacksonville later today. The skies over Atlanta remain mostly clear, offering a brief respite before clouds move in. Shreveport and areas westward are witnessing minor rain showers.
This evening in Atlanta, temperatures start at 82 degrees at 9 PM, gradually cooling to 76 degrees by 1 AM. Winds will be gentle from the northwest, varying from 6 mph to 4 mph.
Tonight, lows in the Southeast will be mild, with Memphis cooling down to 71 degrees. Nashville is expected to drop to 70, while Atlanta will see a low of 73. Jackson and Montgomery will both rest at 72 degrees, and New Orleans will remain warm at 79. Miami rounds out the night with a low of 78 degrees.
Tomorrow, Shreveport will sizzle at a high of 95 degrees, marking a significant uptick above average for this time of year. Houston can expect a warm 92 degrees, while nearby New Orleans will see slightly cooler conditions at 93 degrees. In Jackson, Mississippi, temperatures will reach 92 degrees, and Montgomery will see a high of 94 degrees, signaling continued warmth across the Southeast. Atlanta is forecasted to climb to 92 degrees, with Charlotte not far behind at 93 degrees, maintaining a trend of elevated temperatures in the region.
A cold front is set to move across the Southeast, kicking off a series of storms from Houston to Jackson by Wednesday morning. Heavy rain and possible thunderstorms could bring over an inch of rain, especially in areas like Montgomery and Atlanta, which might lead to local flooding. By Wednesday afternoon, the line of storms will extend from New Orleans to Charlotte, with potential severe weather impacts including strong winds and isolated tornadoes. As the front progresses, expect cooler temperatures and a brief respite from precipitation come Thursday.
The UV index in Atlanta is extremely high at 11 for both Wednesday and Thursday, with a burn time of just 11 minutes under clear skies.
For the 7 day forecast in Atlanta: Wednesday: Mostly clear skies with a high of 91 degrees and a low around 68 degrees. Thursday: Partly cloudy conditions expected, reaching a high of 92 degrees with a low of 71 degrees. Friday: The skies remain partly cloudy, continuing with a high of 92 degrees and a low of 71 degrees. Saturday: Another partly cloudy day with temperatures peaking at 92 degrees, cooling to 70 degrees at night. Sunday: Expect partly cloudy skies with a high of 92 degrees and a low of 71 degrees. Monday: The trend of partly cloudy weather persists, with a high of 91 degrees and a nighttime low of 70 degrees. Tuesday: Thunderstorms are likely early, with temperatures hitting a high of 92 degrees and a low around 71 degrees.