Sunshine and Storms: Amy Freeze’s Weekly Atlanta Forecast
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Amy Freeze
Join Amy Freeze for a comprehensive look at this week's weather in Atlanta. Find out when to carry your umbrella and when to bask in the sun!
This week in Atlanta, expect a mix of sunny skies and potential thunderstorms. Read on as Amy Freeze guides you through daily forecasts and weather tips!
Hello, Atlanta! Meteorologist Amy Freeze here with your detailed Southeast weather outlook. This week promises a variety of weather conditions, from clear skies to potential thunderstorms. Start the week with gentle breezes and by mid-week brace yourself for possible heavy rain. Don’t forget your sunscreen on high UV index days! Dive deeper into our daily breakdown to plan your perfect week ahead. Stay safe and weather-wise!
The Southeast region is largely experiencing clear skies, with the exception of some showers moving across southern Florida, near Miami. The rest of the southeastern U.S., including cities like Atlanta, Montgomery, and New Orleans, remains dry and calm under mostly sunny conditions. This lull in precipitation extends up through Jacksonville and into the Carolinas.
Tomorrow morning in Atlanta, temperatures start at 63 degrees and will remain steady through 10 AM, warming up to 66 degrees by noon. Expect mostly cloudy skies turning partly cloudy later in the morning. Winds will come from the northwest at 12 to 17 miles per hour.
High temperatures across the Southeast tomorrow will be above average, with notable warmth in several key cities. Jacksonville is set to reach a high of 86 degrees, while Savannah is close behind at 84 degrees. Atlanta will enjoy a pleasant 70 degrees, which aligns with seasonal averages. New Orleans is forecasted for a warm 79 degrees, and Houston is set to hit 82 degrees.
The Southeast is in for an active weather pattern tomorrow. A cold front will bring thunderstorms as it pushes through areas including New Orleans, Montgomery, and Atlanta by early morning. Residents in these regions should prepare for the potential of heavy rain and gusty winds, particularly during the morning commute. Rainfall could accumulate over the next 48 hours, increasing the risk of localized flooding, especially in low-lying areas. Temperatures will drop slightly following the front’s passage, leading to cooler and drier conditions by the end of the day.
Monday in Atlanta sees a high UV index of 8, with the potential for sunburn in just 17 minutes, so make sure to wear protective clothing and sunscreen. The forecast for Tuesday keeps the UV index at 8, with similar sun exposure risks and a 17-minute burn time.
For the 7 Day Outlook in Atlanta:
Tuesday: Mostly clear with a high of 69 degrees and a low of 43 degrees.
Wednesday: Clear skies bringing warmer temps, a high of 72 degrees and a low of 45.
Thursday: Partly cloudy with temperatures rising to 77 degrees and a mild low of 51.
Friday: Expect clear and sunny skies with a warm high of 84 degrees, cooling down to 58 at night.
Saturday: Partly cloudy conditions with the temperature peaking at 85 degrees, and a comfortable low of 62.
Sunday: Skies will be primarily cloudy with a high near 86 degrees, evening temperatures around 63.
Monday: Continues to be cloudy with a daytime high of 83 degrees and a low of 62.
Enjoy the week ahead and remember to stay weather-wise!