Monday Atlanta Weather Forecast: Cloudy Skies Begin Week, Increased Rain Chances by Midweek

Georgia Weather Update: Cooler Air Expected by Week’s End
Cloudy Skies Dominate North Georgia’s Start to the Week
Residents in North Georgia awoke to a predominantly overcast sky on Monday morning. While the skies appear calm, radar imagery reveals a more active picture with a few sprinkles and isolated light showers anticipated throughout the day. Despite widespread clouds, some late-day sunshine might break through, accompanied by gusty east winds reaching speeds of up to 20 miles per hour. This weather pattern resembles Sunday’s conditions as noted by Emegypt’s local meteorologists.
A Slow-Moving Cold Front Approaches Georgia
As the week progresses, attention turns to a slow-moving cold front forecast to arrive by midweek. This weather system is expected to bring the highest likelihood of rain on Wednesday, especially affecting north and northwest Georgia. However, anticipated rainfall will probably be light and scattered, offering minimal respite from the ongoing drought conditions. Meteorologists emphasize that the more impactful weather change will occur post-front with the arrival of cooler and drier air, enhancing the weather for the end of the week and continuing into the weekend.
5-Day Weather Forecast for Atlanta
Day | Forecast | High/Low |
---|---|---|
Monday | Mostly cloudy, breezy; stray sprinkle possible. | 82° / 65° |
Tuesday | Partly cloudy, warm, most areas stay dry. | 83° / 64° |
Wednesday | Showers and a few storms, best chance in north Georgia. | 83° / 63° |
Thursday | Turning cooler and drier. | 75° / 55° |
Friday | Sunny, crisp, and pleasant. | 72° / 50° |
Weekend | Continued sunshine, highs in the 70s, lows in the 50s. | N/A |
The anticipation builds for the weekend when sunny and crisp weather is expected. Residents can look forward to a pleasant conclusion to the week with highs in the 70s and lows in the 50s, promising an inviting atmosphere for outdoor activities across Atlanta and beyond.