Dive into our latest weather forecast for Atlanta with Amy Freeze as she breaks down the stormy conditions expected over the weekend. Stay prepared with our detailed analysis and safety tips.

Welcome to our detailed storm forecast for Atlanta, brought to you by Amy Freeze. This week, expect a rollercoaster of weather conditions from thunderstorms to clear skies. Find out when storms are expected and how to stay safe during severe weather conditions. Temperatures will vary, so read on for both daytime highs and overnight lows. Stay ahead of the weather and plan your week with confidence by keeping up with our updates.
In the Southeast region, a line of severe storms is traveling from the Gulf of Mexico toward the Northeast. This storm system is bringing heavy rain and potential thunderstorms from New Orleans to Birmingham, with Montgomery directly in its path. Showers are trailing behind the main storm, affecting areas like Houston and Jackson. Nashville is currently seeing rain moving in from the south. Jacksonville and Tampa are experiencing scattered showers, while the Carolinas, including Charlotte, are under cloudy skies with rain expected soon.
Temperatures in Atlanta this evening will be in the 60s, starting at 63 degrees at 9 PM and cooling to 60 degrees by 1 AM. Expect thunderstorms around 9 PM, transitioning to showers by 11 PM, with a chance of clearing to partly cloudy skies later. Winds will shift from the west-southwest at 9 miles per hour to a westerly direction at 6 miles per hour. Keep an umbrella handy if you’re heading out tonight.
Nashville will see a low of 48 degrees, while Memphis cools down to 51. In Jackson, expect a brisk 49 degrees, with Montgomery at 50. Atlanta will register a low of 49, while further south, New Orleans remains mild at 62. Jacksonville rounds out the evening with a low of 64 degrees.
High temperatures in the Southeast are warming up nicely for tomorrow. Atlanta will see a high of 71 degrees, while Montgomery is forecasted to reach 77. New Orleans will enjoy a comfortable 80 degrees, and temperatures in Jackson are expected to hit 74. Even warmer along the coast, both Jacksonville and Tampa will reach 83 degrees, with Miami reaching a high of 84 degrees.
A cold front brings storms from New Orleans to Atlanta tomorrow morning, with heavy rain and gusty winds possible, particularly impacting the morning commute. Watch for isolated thunderstorms stretching from Montgomery to Jacksonville. Rainfall could exceed an inch, potentially triggering flash flooding in low-lying areas. Post-frontal conditions usher in cooler temperatures with clearing skies by Saturday evening for regions including Savannah and Tampa. Coastal areas, especially around Miami, should remain mostly dry with occasional showers.
In Atlanta, the UV index for Saturday is moderate at 4, with a burn time of about 35 minutes, but storms can reduce direct exposure. For your Sunday, be cautious as the UV index jumps to a high of 9. Expect a short burn time of just 15 minutes.
For the 7-day forecast in Atlanta: Saturday: Expect thunderstorms early with a high of 70 degrees and a low of 52. Sunday: Mostly clear skies with temperatures reaching up to 72 degrees, dipping to 47 at night. Monday: Clear and sunny with a pleasant high of 74 degrees and a cool low of 50. Tuesday: Showers develop late in the day, with temperatures peaking at 80 degrees and falling to 59 by night. Wednesday: Scattered thunderstorms are forecasted, with a high of 76 degrees and a low of 61. Thursday: More scattered thunderstorms expected, with a high reaching 76 degrees and a nighttime low of 59. Friday: Scattered thunderstorms continue, highs around 74 degrees and a low of 57. Stay safe and enjoy the week!