Check out the latest weather trends in the Southeast with clear skies in some areas and storm warnings in others. Find out more in our detailed report!

This detailed forecast covers the dynamic weather scene across the Southeast, with a focus on the impending storm systems across the Gulf and rising temperatures throughout the region. Learn about the specific impacts for cities like Atlanta and New Orleans, and get tips on how to prepare for the week ahead with potential thunderstorms and high UV index warnings.
A strong line of storms is currently making its way through coastal Louisiana and is pushing eastward over the Gulf of Mexico. New Orleans is experiencing heavy rainfall, while regions near Montgomery anticipate increasing cloud cover as the day progresses. Savannah and Jacksonville are witnessing scattered showers, with some potential for brief heavy rain. Over in the western Gulf, conditions remain mostly clear, keeping cities like Houston dry for now.
For this evening in Atlanta, expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures gently dropping from 85 degrees at 9 PM to 80 degrees by 1 AM. Winds will be coming from the south-southeast at 6 miles per hour initially, calming to 4 miles per hour by late evening.
Tonight, Memphis will cool down to 77 degrees. Meanwhile, Nashville is expected to drop to a low of 75. In the heart of Mississippi, Jackson will also see a low of 76. New Orleans will remain slightly warmer, with a forecasted low of 78 degrees.
Tomorrow, high temperatures in the Southeast will soar, with Shreveport hitting a sizzling 99 degrees. Houston is expected to reach 93 degrees, while Jackson will warm up to 94. In Alabama, Montgomery will see a high of 91 degrees, and Atlanta is forecasted to hit 93. Meanwhile, both Tampa and Jacksonville will experience temperatures around 92 and 91 degrees, respectively, showcasing above-average warmth across the region.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to impact portions of the Southeast, particularly around New Orleans and the Florida Panhandle, as a cold front progresses across the region. Areas from Jackson to Atlanta should prepare for scattered storms, some of which may produce strong winds and localized flooding. Temperatures will remain warm and humid ahead of the storm, but a cooler and drier air mass will follow the frontal passage. Coastal regions, including Tampa and Miami, could see additional isolated thunderstorms, especially by the afternoon. Keep an eye out for potential severe weather alerts during this stormy pattern.
The UV index in Atlanta will be very high on Wednesday with a peak value of 10, leading to a burn time of just 12 minutes in direct sunlight. By Thursday, the UV index rises to an extreme level of 11, with an even brisker burn time of 11 minutes.
For the 7-Day Outlook in Atlanta: Wednesday: Partly cloudy skies with a high reaching 92 degrees and a low of 75 degrees. Thursday: Mostly sunny with temperatures peaking at 94 degrees and a low of 73 degrees. Friday: Another partly cloudy day, the high reaching 92 degrees and a low of 73 degrees. Saturday: Expect partly cloudy conditions with a high around 92 degrees, low stays steady at 74 degrees. Sunday: Isolated thunderstorms possible, with highs around 92 degrees and a nighttime low of 74 degrees. Monday: Partly cloudy with a chance of thunderstorms, highs at 94 degrees and lows of 74 degrees. Tuesday: Early thunderstorms anticipated with a high of 93 degrees and a low of 75 degrees.