This week, the Southeast faces a melange of meteorological conditions from clear skies to stormy weather. Follow along as Meteorologist Amy Freeze guides us through the daily changes and what to expect from each.

Witness the whims of weather this week in the Southeast, as Meteorologist Amy Freeze unravels the sky’s tale from stormy surges to serene sunsets. Understand how cities like Atlanta, Miami, and New Orleans are gearing up for changing climates with potential severe storms and impressive warm spells. From hourly forecasts to safety tips, cover all your weather needs to stay prepared. A line of intense storms is advancing eastward, currently impacting Houston with heavy rain and severe conditions. Shreveport is also experiencing significant rainfall as this system continues to track towards Jackson and New Orleans, bringing showers and potential thunderstorms. Areas around Atlanta and Charlotte are seeing scattered showers with overcast skies. Meanwhile, the coastal cities of Jacksonville and Savannah are currently enjoying dryer conditions with clearer skies.
Cloudy skies will persist in Atlanta this afternoon, with temperatures easing from 76 degrees at 3 PM to 71 degrees by 7 PM. Winds will be gentle, shifting from the south-southeast at 6 miles per hour to east-southeast at 5 miles per hour.
In New Orleans, expect a high of 81 degrees, while Jackson will reach 80. Over in Montgomery, temperatures will be slightly higher at 84 degrees. Atlanta sees a comfortable day with a high of 77 degrees. Coastal areas are experiencing warm conditions as well, with Jacksonville hitting 86 degrees and Miami peaking at 81. Notably, Tampa is sizzling at 89 degrees, making it one of the hottest spots in the region.
Atlanta will see a low of 62 degrees, while Nashville cools down to 65. Montgomery is forecasted for 63 degrees, and Jackson will reach 66. Shreveport is a bit cooler at 69, and New Orleans is looking mild with a low of 71. Miami rounds out the night with a warmer low of 74 degrees, remaining well above the colder air moving through the region.
Tomorrow in the Southeast, highs will be impressively warm, with several cities experiencing above-average temperatures. Atlanta will reach 75 degrees, while Jacksonville soars to 84. Montgomery is looking at a high of 84 and New Orleans matching that with 82 degrees. Over in Tampa, expect a notable spike to 92 degrees, which is well above typical for this time of year. Additionally, Memphis will see a pleasant high of 76 degrees, indicating a notably mild pattern across the region.
Get ready for active weather across the Southeast tomorrow, as thunderstorms continue to sweep through Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama with potential for severe weather, including damaging winds and isolated tornadoes. Expect rainfall spreading from New Orleans to Atlanta, with some areas potentially experiencing localized flooding due to the intensity of storms. By midday, this system will bring showers and thunderstorms from Jacksonville to Savannah, impacting travel plans. A cold front advances overnight, resulting in cooler temperatures and clearer skies by Thursday. Stay prepared for possible weather alerts and plan your day accordingly.
The UV index in Atlanta will reach 6 on Wednesday, with a burn time of about 23 minutes in direct sunlight. Heading into Thursday, the UV index remains unchanged at 6, continuing the 23-minute burn time.