Current weather models are showing an increased likelihood of snow, and this time those chances extend through the metro Atlanta area. Snowfall could arrive in Georgia as early as Friday morning, with the heaviest accumulations expected in the mountains, but a possibility of an inch of snow north of Macon.
What’s Happening: Forecasters are increasingly confident that winter weather will move into the area between Friday morning and Saturday. Current models indicate the greatest chance for at least one inch of snow in the mountain areas of north Georgia.
In metro Atlanta, there is a 52 percent chance of an inch of snow, making snow more likely than earlier models. In Macon, there is a 19% of accumulation, making a wintry mix more likely there.
What’s New: Earlier models showed much lower chances of snow in metro Atlanta with no chance as far South as Macon. The weather pattern has shifted and more of the state is likely to get an accumulation of snow.
Why It Matters: Snowfall in Georgia is rare and often leads to travel disruptions, especially in areas unprepared for icy conditions. Officials are encouraging residents to monitor weather updates and prepare for potential delays or closures.
What’s Next: Meteorologists will continue to track the system and provide updates as it develops. Residents should stay alert for changing conditions, check for school or work closures, and make plans for safe travel if roads become hazardous.
B.T. Clark
B.T. Clark is an award-winning journalist and the Publisher of The Georgia Sun. He has 25 years of experience in journalism and served as Managing Editor of Neighbor Newspapers in metro Atlanta for 15 years and Digital Director at Times-Journal Inc. for 8 years. His work has appeared in several newspapers throughout the state including Neighbor Newspapers, The Cherokee Tribune and The Marietta Daily Journal. He is a Georgia native and a fifth-generation Georgian.
