Meteorologist Amy Freeze highlights a week of weather in the Southeast, featuring a sunny start in Atlanta and severe storms moving toward New Orleans. Learn what’s ahead for your area!

Hello Southeast residents! Meteorologist Amy Freeze here, bringing you a comprehensive look at your weekly weather. We start with a sunny morning in Atlanta, but don’t be fooled by the clear skies—storms are brewing from Houston to New Orleans. As the week progresses, expect variable temperatures and potential thunderstorms, especially along the Gulf Coast. Whether it’s rain or shine, stay prepared with our daily forecast updates. For a more detailed day-by-day weather breakdown, visit our blog at https://amyfreeze.ai/
A line of severe storms is stretching from Houston along the Gulf Coast heading eastward toward New Orleans, promising heavy downpours and potential wind gusts. Around Shreveport, additional intense storms are developing as part of this active weather system. Parts of northern Mississippi, including areas around Memphis, and stretching through to Charlotte, are experiencing continuous rain, indicating a soggy day ahead. A mix of rain and clouds is blanketing Atlanta, suggesting a wet commute for the morning. Southern areas like Miami and Tampa are enjoying clear skies with no significant weather disturbances in sight.
Tomorrow morning in Atlanta kicks off sunny and bright. Temperatures begin at 61 degrees at 8 AM, rising to 68 by 10 AM. Expect a gentle breeze with winds from the west-northwest at 8 to 11 miles per hour. By midday, the warmth continues as temperatures reach 74 degrees, under clear skies.
Tomorrow’s high temperatures across the Southeast are trending significantly above average for this time of year. Atlanta reaches a warm 83 degrees, while New Orleans is set for a high of 84 degrees. Further east, Jacksonville and Savannah will both see temperatures hitting 87 degrees. Miami will be the warmest, soaring to a hot 90 degrees.
A cold front is advancing from Louisiana into Mississippi overnight, bringing the potential for strong thunderstorms. Expect heavy rain and gusty winds, particularly in western Alabama by Thursday morning. The heaviest downpours are likely along the Gulf Coast, increasing the risk of localized flooding. As the front moves eastward, storms could reach Georgia and Florida, where scattered showers persist. Following the storms, temperatures are set for a brief drop, offering cooler conditions throughout the region.
The UV index in Atlanta is forecasted to be 5 on Friday, with a burn time of approximately 27 minutes in direct sunlight. However, come Saturday, the UV index jumps to a very high 10, dramatically reducing the burn time to just 12 minutes! T
For the 7 Day Forecast in Atlanta: Friday: Clear skies with a sunny disposition, reaching a high of 74 degrees and cooling to 56 degrees at night. Saturday: Lots of sunshine with temperatures climbing to 83 degrees during the day and dropping to 60 at night. Sunday: Partly cloudy with a high of 83 degrees and a comfortable low of 61. Monday: Mostly clear skies with warm temperatures, the afternoon high at 86 degrees and a low of 63. Tuesday: Enjoy mostly clear weather with a high of 88 degrees and a nighttime low of 66. Wednesday: Expect partly cloudy skies, temperature peaking at 87 degrees and a low of 68. Thursday: Showers may arrive late in the day with temperatures hitting 88 degrees and the low around 70.