As the Southeast braces for a mix of cloudy skies and sudden storms, Atlanta remains a focal point for weather activity this week. Catch the complete forecast and expert tips on navigating the changing conditions.

This week in Atlanta and across the Southeast, residents can expect everything from heavy storms to clear sunny days. Tonight, Atlanta will enjoy mostly calm conditions with gentle temperatures, but incoming storms from the west promise a wet Wednesday with potential severe weather alerts. Keep your umbrellas ready and stay tuned for the latest updates. Protect your skin with high SPF sunscreen due to a very high UV index, and plan your week with insight from our extended forecast. Enjoy and stay safe out there!
A line of storms is advancing through northern Mississippi, creating heavy rain and thunderstorm conditions close to Memphis and Jackson. As this weather system moves east, Charlotte should prepare for increased rain, while the coastal areas of Savannah and Jacksonville are experiencing scattered light showers. Miami and Tampa remain under calm skies, with little cloud cover and dry conditions. Meanwhile, New Orleans is also experiencing clear weather, away from the current storm track to the north.
For this evening in Atlanta, temperatures will gently dip from 76 degrees at 9 PM to 73 degrees by 1 AM. Expect mostly cloudy skies transitioning to partly cloudy conditions as the night progresses. Winds will be light, coming from the southwest at around 5 to 7 miles per hour. Overall, a calm night is ahead under the cloud cover.
Tonight in Nashville, expect a low temperature of 71 degrees, while Memphis will be slightly cooler at 70. Shreveport is looking at a low of 73 degrees. Meanwhile, Atlanta dips down to 71, with Jacksonville anticipating a mild 75 degrees overnight. In Miami, it remains warm with a low of 80 degrees.
Tomorrow, Atlanta will see a high of 88 degrees, while Nashville warms up to 89. New Orleans is likely to hit 88 degrees, and Jackson anticipates a high of 90. In contrast, temperatures will soar in Florida, with Tampa reaching 94 degrees and Jacksonville hitting 92. Overall, the Southeast will experience above-average temperatures driven by high pressure in the region, creating a hot summer day.
A line of thunderstorms is expected to sweep through the Southeast, beginning in the late hours tonight and continuing into Wednesday. The storms will push eastward from Shreveport through Atlanta and down into Jacksonville, bringing heavy rainfall and the potential for isolated severe weather, including strong winds and possibly hail. Rainfall totals may exceed an inch in some areas, which could lead to localized flooding concerns. By late Wednesday, drier and cooler conditions will move in, helping to clear skies for the latter half of the week. However, keep an eye on storm developments, especially around New Orleans and Montgomery, for intense rain and gusty winds.
The UV index in Atlanta is very high at 10 on Tuesday, with a quick burn time of just 12 minutes. Keep sunscreen handy and wear protective gear if you’re outdoors. By Wednesday, it slightly decreases to 9, still with a swift burn time of 15 minutes.
For the Atlanta 7 Day Outlook: Tuesday: Partly cloudy skies with a high of 88 degrees, cooling to 71 degrees at night. Wednesday: Similar conditions continue with partly cloudy skies and highs of 88 degrees, lows again at 71. Thursday: Thunderstorms early, followed by a high of 86 degrees and a low of 69. Friday: Clear conditions expected, with temperatures peaking at 91 degrees and a night-time low of 71. Saturday: Mostly sunny with a high reaching 93 degrees and a low of 72. Sunday: Partly cloudy conditions, with the thermometer hitting 91 degrees for the high and 72 degrees at night. Monday: Partly cloudy skies prevail, with a high of 91 degrees and a low of 72. Enjoy the week ahead!