Catch up on this week’s weather changes in Atlanta! Meteorologist Amy Freeze delivers daily updates on sunny days, approaching storms, and everything in-between. Stay informed and prepared with our comprehensive weather insights.

In this extensive overview, Meteorologist Amy Freeze offers a deep dive into the varying weather patterns affecting Atlanta and the Southeastern region. From today’s mostly sunny skies in Atlanta to the severe storm front brewing across New Orleans and Jackson, this dynamic report covers the immediate and upcoming weather scenarios. Detailed forecasts include temperature trends, storm warnings, and safety tips. Plus, get a sneak peek at the weekly outlook, ensuring you and your loved ones remain weather-aware and safe. Join Amy for daily updates and expert advice tailored to your local conditions. On the Regional Radar, we’re seeing some dynamic weather shifts across the Southeast. A line of storms is prominently tracking through the region, with intense activity centered around New Orleans and Jackson, where heavy rain and potential thunderstorms are making their presence felt. This line of storms is stretching eastward through Montgomery and will bring wet conditions to Atlanta soon. Areas farther southeast such as Jacksonville and Tampa are relatively calm, while a broad swath of rain extends from the Gulf of Mexico up through the Southeast. Over in Shreveport, the weather remains less active this morning. However, residents in Charlotte should prepare for the incoming showers, as the cloudy conditions over the Carolinas are a harbinger of the rain moving in from Alabama.
This afternoon in Atlanta, temperatures will remain consistent at 66 degrees around 3 PM, shifting slightly to 66 degrees at 5 PM with winds coming from the west-northwest at 10 miles per hour. By 7 PM, anticipate temperatures dropping to 62 degrees with partly cloudy skies and lighter winds at 6 miles per hour from the west-northwest. Enjoy a pleasant afternoon with mostly cloudy conditions early, transitioning to partly cloudy skies.
Let’s dive into today’s high temperatures across the Southeast. In Louisiana, New Orleans is warm, reaching a high of 75 degrees, while Shreveport is slightly warmer at 79. Over in Mississippi, Jackson sees a comfortable high of 74 degrees. Alabama has Montgomery at 71 degrees, and in Georgia, Atlanta is experiencing a cooler day with a high of just 67. Moving to Florida, Jacksonville hits 77 degrees, while Tampa is a bit warmer at 81. Miami rounds things out with a high of 80 degrees.
Overnight in the Southeast, temperatures are dropping significantly. Memphis will feel the chill with a low of 43 degrees. Nashville is forecasted to dip to 40 degrees. In Jackson, expect a cooler night at 56 degrees, while Montgomery will see a low of 52. Atlanta will hover around 50 degrees. Moving farther south, Tampa will be milder at 62 degrees, and Miami stays warm at 69 degrees. Many cities are experiencing temperature drops of up to 10 degrees cooler compared to last night, signaling the arrival of colder air.
High temperatures for tomorrow in the Southeast are shaping up to be quite warm. Atlanta is expected to reach a high of 79 degrees, while temperatures in Montgomery, Alabama, will climb to around 82 degrees. Jackson, Mississippi, will see a warm 84 degrees. New Orleans will hit 81 degrees, and farther west, Houston is forecasted to reach 87 degrees, with Shreveport spiking even higher at 89 degrees. Most readings tomorrow are above average for this time of year, influenced by a warm air mass moving in from the south. Florida cities are also experiencing mild conditions, with Miami and Tampa both expected to hit 81 degrees.
On the futurecast, a line of thunderstorms approaches from the Gulf, impacting areas from New Orleans to Jacksonville. Expect heavy rain and possible flash flooding across coastal regions, especially by late Monday evening. Thunderstorms could bring damaging winds and frequent lightning as they sweep across the Southeast, affecting cities like Montgomery and Savannah by Tuesday morning. Nashville is likely to see more cloud cover with showers. Prepare for travel disruptions and stay updated with local weather alerts. This active weather pattern persists into midweek with potential storm relapses farther inland.
The UV index in Atlanta is moderate today, reaching 5 with a burn time of 27 minutes. Keep an eye out for possible rain as it may reduce UV exposure. On Tuesday, expect a high UV index of 7 with a faster burn time of 20 minutes.