Evening Forecast: Thunderstorms Roll in as Atlanta Gears Up for a Warm Night

Explore the evening’s weather from New Orleans to Atlanta. Discover how thunderstorms and warm temperatures shape the Southeast’s weather landscape.
Atlanta’s evening weather includes scattered showers and thunderstorms, alongside warm temperatures. Stay prepared with this quick update!
Dive into this extended report detailing the latest weather trends affecting Atlanta and the Southeast. From thunderstorms originating in the Gulf to warm evenings and how weather patterns like high-pressure systems affect temperatures across the region, stay ahead with our comprehensive analysis.
A cluster of thunderstorms is moving into New Orleans from the Gulf, bringing heavy rain and potential severe weather. Scattered showers can be seen spreading across southern Mississippi and Alabama, heading towards Montgomery and Atlanta. Farther north, there’s a mix of cloudy skies and lighter rain showers extending through Jackson into central Georgia. Along the eastern Gulf Coast, from Tampa reaching upwards to Jacksonville, isolated showers are possible today.
Throughout the evening in Atlanta, temperatures begin at 84 degrees at 9 PM, dipping slightly to 81 by 11 PM, and reaching 79 degrees by 1 AM. The sky will remain partly cloudy, providing light cloud cover. Winds will be gentle, coming from the south-southwest at 6 miles per hour at 9 PM, decreasing to 4 miles per hour by 1 AM. A calm, warm night is in store with no significant weather disruptions expected.
Tonight in Memphis, expect a low of 77 degrees. Nashville will see cooler conditions with a low of 75. Jackson is looking at 74 degrees, while Montgomery is expected to match that temperature at 74 as well. Atlanta won’t be much warmer, with a low of 73 tonight.
Tomorrow, the Southeast will see some impressive heat as temperatures soar. Atlanta is expected to reach a high of 97 degrees, while other cities like Charlotte will hit 94 degrees. Memphis will see a warm day at 90 degrees, and Montgomery is looking at a high of 89 degrees. The heat is driven by a strong high-pressure system, bringing above-average temperatures across the region. In coastal areas, Jacksonville can expect highs around 93 degrees and Tampa will warm to 94 degrees.
A cold front is moving through the Southeast, bringing scattered thunderstorms from Houston to Atlanta this Thursday evening. Be prepared for heavy rain and gusty winds, with the potential for localized flooding, especially in low-lying areas. As the front progresses, expect showers extending into the Carolinas and Florida throughout Thursday, tapering off by Friday morning. Temperatures across the region are expected to cool slightly behind the front, with clearer and drier conditions anticipated by the weekend. Keep your weather app handy for any severe weather updates as this system moves through.
Today in Atlanta, the UV index is very high at 11, with a burn time of about 11 minutes in direct sunlight. Please take necessary precautions such as applying sunscreen and wearing protective clothing.
For the 7-day forecast in Atlanta: Thursday: Expect partly cloudy skies with a high of 93 degrees and a low around 73 degrees. Friday: Clouds stick around, with temperatures reaching 91 degrees and a low of 73. Saturday: Partly sunny conditions, with a high of 91 degrees and a low near 74. Sunday: Enjoy mostly sunny weather with temperatures peaking at 90 degrees and a low of 74. Monday: The sun continues to shine, with a high of 92 degrees and a low around 74 degrees. Tuesday: Get ready for thunderstorms early in the day, with a high of 92 degrees and a low of 74. Wednesday: Partly cloudy skies with the high reaching 91 degrees and a low of 73.
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