Atlanta’s Weather Outlook: From Sunshine to Thunderstorms
By
Amy Freeze
Explore the dynamic weather changes in Atlanta, from clear, sunny mornings to potentially stormy afternoons. Stay ahead with our detailed forecast.
Tomorrow in Atlanta, start with mostly clear skies and mild temperatures before afternoon thunderstorms roll in. Get the full week’s forecast and tips on how to prepare for varying weather conditions.
This week in Atlanta promises a dynamic weather pattern. Start your days with gentle breezes and clear skies, but don’t leave your umbrella at home as thunderstorms are expected by the afternoon. Detailed forecasts predict fluctuating temperatures and scattered showers throughout the week. Gear up with essential tips and stay weather-wise with us.
A band of strong storms is currently making its way across Louisiana, with notable activity around Jackson, Mississippi, though they’re moving eastward, leaving areas like New Orleans drenched with showers. Heavy precipitation stretches northeast from Jackson toward Memphis, indicating continuing storm development in these areas. Atlanta and Charlotte are experiencing scattered rain showers, with clouds thickening as they inch into the Carolinas. Miami, meanwhile, is seeing localized, light rain events along the coast.
Atlanta will wake up to cloudy skies with temperatures starting at 73 degrees by 8 AM, feeling the warm presence of a south-southwest wind at 5 mph. By 10 AM, anticipate scattered thunderstorms with temperatures climbing to 76 degrees and wind shifting slightly to southwest at 7 mph. By noon, expect mostly cloudy skies and temperatures peaking at 81 degrees, with a southwest wind at 8 mph.
Tomorrow, temperatures soar in the Southeast with Jackson hitting a high of 88 degrees. Huston will see a comfortable 84 degrees, while New Orleans warms up to 89 degrees. Expect a steamy 90 degrees in both Jacksonville and Shreveport, leading to above-average readings across the region. Atlanta will not be far behind, reaching 85 degrees. Coastal areas will remain warm, with Miami’s high anticipated at 88 degrees and Tampa peaking at 92 degrees.
A cold front is sweeping through the Southeast, bringing with it widespread showers and thunderstorms. Expect scattered storms from Atlanta to Montgomery, with the potential for locally heavy rainfall. Although severe weather, such as damaging winds, can’t be ruled out, the primary concerns are downpours and occasional lightning. As the front progresses, areas from Charlotte to Jacksonville will see increased rain chances into the afternoon.
Atlanta’s UV index today is set to reach 8, with a burn time of approximately 17 minutes. Ensure you apply sunscreen and take protective measures if you’re out during midday. Tomorrow, the UV index decreases slightly to 7, with a burn time of 20 minutes.
For the 7-day forecast in Atlanta:
Friday: Thunderstorms early with a high of 87 degrees and a low of 70 degrees.
Saturday: Thunderstorms also expected early. Cooling slightly to a high of 84 degrees, with an overnight low of 69 degrees.
Sunday: Clouds early, clearing late. The high is anticipated to be 85 degrees and the low will be 70 degrees.
Monday: Partly cloudy conditions with a high of 87 degrees and a low of 70 degrees.
Tuesday: Isolated thunderstorms with temperatures peaking at 85 degrees and dropping to 71 degrees.
Wednesday: Partly cloudy skies, with a high of 86 degrees and a low of 72 degrees.
Thursday: Scattered thunderstorms. Look for a high of 86 degrees and an overnight low of 70 degrees.