Get the latest on Atlanta’s weather from Amy Freeze, featuring a detailed look at the week’s forecast, storm alerts, and temperature trends.

Explore a detailed breakdown of the weather patterns affecting Atlanta and the Southeast this week with Meteorologist Amy Freeze. Expect a mix of sunny skies and potential storm threats as a cold front approaches, with strategic insights on how to navigate the varying conditions. Capture the essence of regional forecasts from New Orleans to Miami, and understand the significance of the temperature surges and dips happening around you.
Across the Southeast region, the radar paints a dynamic picture today, March 24, 2025. A line of severe storms is sweeping across the south, particularly impacting Montgomery, with heavy rain and thunder being prevalent. Showers stretch from New Orleans moving eastward across Alabama into Georgia, bringing rain to areas around Atlanta. Meanwhile, those in Savannah are getting a relief with less rain as the system shifts eastward. Farther west, New Orleans is experiencing a brief respite between heavier bands of rain. Jackson sees scattered showers as well. Coastal areas like Tampa and Miami in Florida, enjoy mostly clear conditions. In contrast, Charlotte catches scattered showers as the system progresses.
For tomorrow morning in Atlanta, expect a cool start with temperatures at 45 degrees at 7 AM, rising through the morning to reach 68 degrees by 11 AM. Sunny skies prevail throughout, with winds initially calm and shifting to southwest at 5 miles per hour by 9 AM, increasing slightly to 9 miles per hour from the west-southwest by 11 AM.
High temperatures in the Southeast tomorrow are looking warm and above average for many areas. In Shreveport, Louisiana, expect a high of 89 degrees, making it one of the hottest spots in the region. Houston follows closely with a high of 87 degrees. Jackson, Mississippi, will reach 84 degrees, while New Orleans enjoys a pleasant 81 degrees. Montgomery, Alabama, is forecasted for a high of 82 degrees, and Atlanta will see temperatures hitting 79 degrees. Farther east, temperatures in Savannah are expected to reach 76 degrees, while Jacksonville, Florida, gets a high of 79 degrees. Tampa and Miami will both see highs of 81 degrees.
“Watch for an active weather pattern across the Southeast as a cold front approaches. Starting late Monday night, expect thunderstorms from New Orleans to Atlanta, with potential severe weather in the Storm Prediction Center’s outlook. Tuesday morning, the storms shift eastward, affecting Montgomery and Savannah. Rainfall could exceed an inch, alleviating dry conditions but potentially leading to localized flooding. By Wednesday, skies begin to clear, but remain vigilant for any storm warnings.”
On Monday, Atlanta will see a moderate UV index of 4. By Tuesday, the UV index rises to a high of 7, with a faster burn time of 20 minutes in direct sunlight.
For the 7-day outlook in Atlanta: Tuesday: Partly cloudy with a high of 80 degrees and a low of 48. Wednesday: Expect clear skies with a high of 73 degrees and a low of 41. Thursday: Another clear day with temperatures reaching 75 degrees, lows around 47. Friday: Mostly clear skies and warmer with a high of 82 degrees, cooling to 59 at night. Saturday: Mostly cloudy conditions, a high of 78 degrees, and a low of 59. Sunday: Showers are expected, with a high of 82 degrees and a low of 61. Monday: Thunderstorms roll in with a high of 72 degrees and a low of 51. Stay safe!