Atlanta gears up for a varied weather pattern this weekend. Expect sunny skies to shift to stormy afternoons with possible severe conditions.

In Atlanta, the weekend kicks off with a warm start at 73 degrees at sunrise, climbing to 85 by midday under sunny skies. However, the serenity shifts as a cold front approaches, bringing potential thunderstorms and heavy rains from Mississippi to Georgia. Review our detailed day-by-day breakdown and stay prepared for sudden weather changes that could include lightning and gusty winds. Don’t forget the UV safety tips with a very high index expected!
On the Regional Radar for the Southeast, light areas of rain are appearing along the Gulf Coast, particularly near New Orleans and moving towards Mobile. A strong line of storms is visible off the coast of Miami, pushing out to sea. Scattered showers are also seen off the coast of Jacksonville, with clouds starting to extend inland. Meanwhile, the northern part of the region around Memphis and Atlanta is experiencing clear conditions.
Tomorrow morning in Atlanta, expect sunny skies with temperatures starting at 73 degrees at 8 AM. By 10 AM, temperatures will rise to 81 degrees with an east-southeast wind at 3 mph. The warming trend continues into 12 PM with temperatures reaching 85 degrees under calm conditions.
Tomorrow in the Southeast, Memphis is expected to soar to 96 degrees, while Nashville will see a high of 94. Jackson and Montgomery both will reach 92 degrees. New Orleans isn’t far behind with a high of 91, and down in Florida, Tampa will see temperatures hit 92. Miami will be the coolest spot in the region at 87 degrees.
Tomorrow in the Southeast, a cold front will bring thunderstorms and heavy rains from Mississippi to Georgia, particularly affecting Jackson, Montgomery, and Atlanta. Be ready for possible severe storms with lightning, hail, and gusty winds. New Orleans and Jacksonville will see rain showers throughout the day. Temperatures are expected to drop slightly after the passage of the front.
The UV index in Atlanta is expected to be very high, reaching 10 on Friday and Saturday, with a burn time of about 12 minutes in direct sunlight.
For the 7 day forecast in Atlanta: Friday: Enjoy a clear day with a high of 90 degrees and a low of 68 degrees. Saturday: Expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures reaching a high of 91 degrees and a low of 71 degrees. Sunday: The clouds persist with a high of 92 degrees in the afternoon and a low overnight of 72 degrees. Monday: Mostly clear skies set the stage for a warm day at 94 degrees, with a low of 74 degrees. Tuesday: Partly cloudy with temperatures peaking at 97 degrees and the nighttime low holding at 74 degrees. Wednesday: A similar pattern continues with partly cloudy skies, a high of 98 degrees, and a low around 74 degrees. Thursday: The week begins to cool slightly with partly cloudy conditions, a high of 96 degrees, and a low of 72 degrees.