🌦️ The Gist: Georgia is set to experience a mix of sunny skies and showers over Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, with temperatures hovering in the mid-60s.
🌧️ The Details: On Sunday, Christmas Eve, Georgians can expect partly sunny skies with a high near 68 degrees. An east wind will blow at 5 to 10 mph, accompanied by gusts as high as 15 mph. However, the weather will take a turn on Sunday night just after Santa has made his deliveries in the state, with showers expected mainly after 1 a.m. The low will be around 56 degrees, and the east wind will continue at about 10 mph, with gusts up to 15 mph. The chance of rain is 80%, with new precipitation amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch possible.
On Christmas Day, showers are forecasted throughout the day. The high will be near 66 degrees, with a southeast wind around 15 mph and gusts as high as 25 mph. The chance of precipitation is 100%.
🌩️ Monday Night Forecast: The weather is expected to intensify on Monday night, with showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 10 p.m., then showers between 10 pm and 1 a.m., followed by more showers likely and possibly another thunderstorm after 1 a.m. The low will be around 58 degrees, with a southeast wind at 5 to 10 mph and gusts as high as 15 mph. The chance of rain is 90%.
📊 By The Numbers:
- Sunday High: Near 68°F
- Sunday Night Low: Around 56°F
- Christmas Day High: Near 66°F
- Monday Night Low: Around 58°F
🌍 Why It Matters: The changing weather conditions over the holiday period may impact outdoor activities and travel plans for residents and visitors. The potential for thunderstorms on Monday night also raises concerns about travel safety and possible disruptions.
