As Atlanta enjoys a warm afternoon, a storm front looms, bringing possible severe weather across the Southeast. Stay updated with the latest forecast from Meteorologist Amy Freeze.

In Atlanta, the afternoon promises clear skies with temperatures peaking at 80 degrees. However, as the evening approaches, watch for a shift towards stormier conditions. The region braces for a Northeast-moving front, potentially sparking thunderstorms and heavy rain. Follow our detailed breakdown of temperature variations, storm timings, and safety tips to stay prepared. On the regional radar, widespread rain is sweeping across the Southeast, with a notable band of precipitation stretching from East Texas through Mississippi and into parts of Alabama. Shreveport is receiving consistent rain, while showers are gradually extending eastward toward Jackson. In Houston, pockets of heavier rain are likely affecting local conditions. As we look closer to the Gulf Coast, New Orleans is under a mix of rain, creating a damp start to the day. The rain appears to be shifting northeast, approaching Memphis, which should brace for showers later. Savannah and Charlotte remain relatively dry for now, although increased cloud cover suggests rain may be arriving soon. Meanwhile, the coastline from Jacksonville to Miami is dry.
This afternoon in Atlanta, temperatures are rising to 80 degrees by 3 PM with mostly sunny skies. The winds are from the south at 9 miles per hour. By 5 PM, temperatures will slightly drop to 79 degrees as skies turn partly cloudy, maintaining the southern breeze. Heading into the evening, expect 74 degrees by 7 PM with a shift to a south-southeast wind at 5 miles per hour, under partly cloudy skies.
Let’s take a look at the high temperatures across the Southeast today. Atlanta is enjoying a warm afternoon with a high of 81 degrees, and similarly, both Nashville and Memphis will also warm up to 81. It’s a warm day in Montgomery, reaching a high of 84 degrees, while neighbors in Jackson will see a more mild 79. Over in New Orleans, the temperature is slightly cooler at 78 degrees. In Florida, Tampa is hitting a hot 85 degrees, making it one of the warmest spots, while Jacksonville is not far behind at 80 degrees. Across the coastal areas, Savannah is seeing a pleasant high of 78.
Tonight in the Southeast, we’ll see cooler temperatures settling in. Nashville is expected to drop down to 35 degrees, while Memphis will see a low of 33—quite a chill for those early risers. In Shreveport, temperatures will hover around 37 degrees. Jackson is forecasted to reach 41. Farther south, it remains mild, expect a low of 67 in Jacksonville, 64 in Savannah, and 69 in Tampa. Miami, while cooler than previous nights, will still sit at a comfortable 74 degrees.
For tomorrow, March 29th, the Southeast is in for a warm day with above-average highs across the board. Atlanta will see a high of 78 degrees, making it a comfortable afternoon. New Orleans heats up even more with expected highs around 80 degrees. In Mississippi, Jackson will hit 73 degrees, while Memphis manages a cool 70 degrees. Over in Alabama, Montgomery will reach a warm 80 degrees. Farther down south, Tampa is looking at a significant rise with highs peaking at 87 degrees, while Miami matches that with a steamy 80 degrees.
Heads up for active weather across the Southeast tomorrow. A warm front is pushing northeast, bringing gusty storms from Houston to Shreveport with heavy rain forecasted. Expect the showers to intensify as they move into Mississippi, reaching Jackson by mid-afternoon. By evening, thunderstorms could impact areas from Montgomery to Atlanta, carrying the risk of localized flooding due to possible torrential downpours. Jacksonville and Savannah expect rain to follow as the front progresses farther eastward. Stay tuned for possible severe weather alerts through Friday evening.
Expect a very high UV index of 8 in Atlanta on Friday, with a burn time of just 17 minutes under sunny skies. By Saturday, the index will moderate slightly to 6, leading to a burn time of 23 minutes.