Start your day with Amy Freeze as she covers the bright and sunny start in Atlanta, soon transitioning to stormy weather by midday. Knowing what’s up above could be your key to planning the day ahead efficiently.

Good morning, Atlanta! Your favorite meteorologist, Amy Freeze, here with an exclusive forecast that starts with a sunny outlook and 65°F at 8 AM, warming up significantly as the day progresses. However, don’t let the clear skies fool you! By afternoon, expect a dramatic shift as storms roll in, bringing potential heavy rainfall and gusty winds, particularly from New Orleans to Montgomery. These storms could impinge on your plans with localized downpours leading to potential travel delays. Stay updated and prepared with our detailed forecasts and safety tips, available on our blog.
The Southeast region is bustling with weather activity this morning. We’re seeing a line of storms from Houston extending through New Orleans with some stronger cells that might bring heavy rain and gusty winds. Rain bands are making their way over Montgomery and creeping toward Atlanta. Jacksonville and Tampa are enjoying clear conditions, while light showers are heading towards Savannah and extending up to Charleston. Charlotte remains under overcast skies with rain showers just to the east.
Tomorrow morning in Atlanta will start sunny with temperatures warming up from 65 degrees at 8 AM to 71 degrees by 10 AM. The wind will be coming from the west-northwest at 7 miles per hour, picking up to 12 miles per hour later in the morning. By midday, the temperature will rise to 76 degrees with mostly sunny skies.
Tomorrow Atlanta is forecasted to reach a high of 84 degrees, while Nashville will see a comfortable 78 degrees. In Florida, cities like Jacksonville and Tampa will experience highs of 92 degrees, making it significantly warmer than average. New Orleans will also enjoy warm weather with a high of 83 degrees. Expect Jackson, Mississippi, to reach 89 degrees, reinforcing the trend of above-average temperatures across the region.
An approaching front is set to bring active weather to the Southeast tomorrow. Starting early morning, expect a line of thunderstorms to develop from New Orleans to Montgomery, with potential for heavy rainfall and occasional lightning strikes. As the day progresses, these storms will move into areas from Jacksonville to Savannah. While severe weather is less likely, localized downpours could lead to travel delays. Temperatures will remain warm, but cooler air will follow the front, bringing a refreshing change by Thursday.
The UV index in Atlanta is very high today, with a level of 10. This means you could burn in approximately 12 minutes under direct sunlight, so make sure to wear sunscreen, hats, and protective clothing.
For the 7 Day Outlook in Atlanta: Wednesday: Mostly clear skies with a high of 84 degrees and a low of 60. Thursday: Partly cloudy, highs reaching 84 degrees and a low of 60. Friday: Expect mostly clear conditions and a high of 81 degrees, cooling to 56 at night. Saturday: Mostly cloudy skies, with temperatures around 82 for the high and a low of 63. Sunday: Mostly cloudy again, reaching up to 84 degrees during the day and cooling down to a low of 66. Monday: Thunderstorms move in, expected high is 85 degrees with a low of 66. Tuesday: Scattered thunderstorms with a high of 83 degrees and a low of 64.