Atlanta’s weather is on a roller coaster! Experience sunny starts at 79°F with gentle winds, escalating to stormy evenings. Keep an eye on the horizon for thunderstorms and take precautions against high UV ratings.

As Atlanta gears up for a week of dynamic weather, residents can expect a variety of conditions. Starting with mild mornings featuring temperatures around 79°F, the city will see a rapid climb to the mid-90s by afternoon before thunderstorms roll in. With the southeast caught in a broad heat wave, safety becomes paramount, especially with UV indexes hitting extreme levels on Monday. Detailed daily weather breakdowns can help you plan better, from choosing the right UV protection to knowing when to bring your umbrella. Follow our daily updates and stay prepared.
A relatively calm weather pattern takes center stage across the Southeast region today. There are scattered showers primarily along the Gulf Coast near New Orleans, with light rain gradually drifting toward Montgomery. Further north, areas near Jacksonville are beginning to see some precipitation. Meanwhile, isolated showers linger off the coast near Miami, as cloud cover increases slightly over Atlanta and Charlotte.
Tomorrow morning in Atlanta starts mostly sunny at 8 AM, with temperatures around 79 degrees and a gentle north wind at 4 mph. By 10 AM, the temperature rises to 85 degrees, maintaining the north wind and mostly sunny skies. As we head into the late morning at 12 PM, expect temperatures to reach 90 degrees with partly cloudy conditions and a shift to a northeast wind at 4 mph.
Tomorrow in Shreveport, high temperatures will soar to 100 degrees, making it a sizzling day. Houston is not far behind, expecting a warm high of 98 degrees. In Jackson, temperatures will reach around 95 degrees, while New Orleans matches that with a high of 95 degrees as well. Atlanta will see a high of 94 degrees, just slightly below average, while Jacksonville is headed for 99 degrees, well above typical readings for this time of year. Overall, the Southeast is experiencing a significant heat wave with many areas pushing towards or exceeding the century mark.
The Southeast will see changes as an approaching cold front brings wet and stormy conditions. By tomorrow evening, a line of thunderstorms will make its way across Louisiana and into Mississippi, with the potential for localized heavy rain and gusty winds. On Wednesday, the front sweeps eastward into Georgia and the Carolinas, potentially affecting areas from Atlanta to Charlotte with showers and thunderstorms. Keep an eye on Jacksonville and Savannah as the system moves off the coast, where conditions may improve later in the day. Overall, expect a shift to cooler temperatures post-storm, with the potential for rain totals offering relief from dry spells but posing flood risks in susceptible areas.
The UV index in Atlanta will be very high on Monday with a value of 11, and exposure can lead to burns in just 11 minutes. By Tuesday, the index decreases but remains high at 8 with a burn time of 17 minutes. Make sure to cover up or seek shade and always use sunscreen when outdoors!
For the 7-day forecast in Atlanta: Monday: Thunderstorms are expected with a high of 96 degrees and a low of 75 degrees. Tuesday: Clouds will clear early; expect a high of 93 degrees, with a low of 74 degrees. Wednesday: Partly cloudy conditions, with temperatures reaching a high of 90 degrees and a low of 73 degrees. Thursday: Thunderstorms are on the way, maintaining a high of 90 degrees and a low of 73 degrees. Friday: Scattered thunderstorms, with the temperature peaking at 89 degrees and dropping to 71 degrees at night. Saturday: More scattered thunderstorms, with temperatures reaching 81 degrees during the day and a low of 68 degrees. Sunday: Showers expected early, with a high of 78 degrees and a low of 67 degrees. Hope that helps! Stay safe!