Meteorologist Amy Freeze brings you the latest weather conditions for a picture-perfect evening in Atlanta! Dive deeper into next week’s weather predictions in our full blog post.

As we enjoy clear skies over Atlanta tonight, it’s the perfect time for an evening stroll. Meteorologist Amy Freeze breaks down the tranquil weather and looks ahead to potential thunderstorms impacting your plans. Learn what to expect throughout the week, including hot temperatures and a cold front moving through the Southeast. Plus, vital sun safety tips as UV levels climb. Read all the details on our comprehensive blog post: https://amyfreeze.ai/
The Southeast region is experiencing relatively calm weather with only a few isolated areas of activity. Rain showers are currently underway off the coast of Florida, moving gradually away from the mainland. A few scattered showers have popped up near Jacksonville, bringing brief rains to the area. Most of the region including Atlanta, Charlotte, and New Orleans remains dry with partly cloudy conditions. Coastal areas such as Miami and Tampa are enjoying clear skies today.
For this evening in Atlanta, expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures gradually decreasing from 77 degrees at 9 PM to 71 degrees by 1 AM. Winds are light from the south-southwest at 5 miles per hour. Overall, a pleasant and mild evening is anticipated with stable weather conditions.
Tonight, the Southeast will experience mild overnight lows with temperatures generally in the upper 60s to low 70s. Jacksonville will dip to 69 degrees, while Savannah is set for a low of 71. Montgomery will also see a comfortable night at 71 degrees. Further west, Jackson will only cool to 74 degrees, and New Orleans will remain warm with a low of 76.
Tomorrow, the Southeast will experience notably high temperatures, with many areas well above average for this time of year. Jacksonville, Florida, is expected to reach a scorching 95 degrees, while nearby Savannah is not far behind at 91 degrees. Houston, Texas, will see a high of 93 degrees, and New Orleans will match that at 89 degrees. Atlanta and Montgomery will both peak around 87 and 92 degrees respectively, indicating a warm trend throughout the region. Memphis will have a slightly cooler day with a high of 84 degrees, but still above seasonal norms.
A weather system is gearing up to move through the Southeast, with a cold front expected to reach Atlanta by early tomorrow morning, impacting the morning commute with scattered thunderstorms. From southeastern Texas through Alabama and into northern Florida, expect thunderstorms with periods of heavy rain throughout Wednesday. Areas from New Orleans to Jacksonville will experience torrential rainfall, and there’s a potential for localized flash flooding, so stay cautious. Behind the front, temperatures will be slightly cooler and skies will clear, indicating a dry spell towards the end of the week. For the Carolinas, expect moderate rainfall through tomorrow morning before conditions gradually improve.
The UV index in Atlanta on Thursday is high at 9, with a burn time of 15 minutes, so be sure to apply sunscreen and wear protective clothing if you’re planning to be outdoors. As for Friday, the UV index decreases to 6, with a burn time of 23 minutes, so keep sun safety in mind during your outdoor activities. Take care to seek shade during peak sun hours and stay hydrated!
For the 7-day forecast in Atlanta: Thursday: Mostly cloudy skies with a warm high of 86 degrees and a low of 70. Friday: Expect warmer temperatures reaching a high of 90 degrees, with clouds keeping it cozy at night with a low of 71. Saturday: Another mostly cloudy day with temperatures peaking at 88 degrees and cooling to 67 degrees overnight. Sunday: Partly sunny with a high of 83 degrees and a low of 65. Monday: Look for mostly sunny conditions as the high climbs to 88 degrees and the low settles at 68. Tuesday: Enjoy a sun-filled day with a high of 90 degrees and a cooler night with a low of 69. Wednesday: The week wraps up with partly cloudy skies and a high of 84 degrees, cooling to 61 degrees by night.