Georgia residents should prepare for a rainy and potentially stormy night as weather patterns shift, bringing colder temperatures and gusty winds across the state. A series of showers, increasing overnight, are expected to persist through Thursday, with a clearer forecast by Friday and into the weekend.
The Forecast:
Today:
• Skies will become increasingly cloudy, with a high near 62 degrees.
• Winds will pick up from the east at 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
Tonight:
• Showers are likely this evening, with potential thunderstorms moving in after 2 a.m.
• The low will drop to around 46 degrees, with sustained east winds of 15 mph and gusts up to 30 mph.
• Rain chance is 80%, with up to half an inch expected in some areas.
Thursday:
• Showers are likely to continue, primarily through 1 p.m., with a high near 55 degrees.
• Winds will slow slightly to 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.
• Rainfall could add another quarter to half an inch, with an 80% chance of precipitation.
Thursday Night:
• Partly cloudy skies will bring some relief, with temperatures dropping to around 44 degrees.
• Light northwest winds around 5 mph are expected.
Friday and Saturday:
• Friday will be mostly sunny, with a high near 63 degrees and gusts up to 15 mph.
• Clear skies and a low of around 40 degrees Friday night will set the stage for a sunny Saturday, with a high near 66 degrees.
In Context: Georgia’s weather is taking a turn as a front brings in rain and winds from the east, marking a transition to colder and clearer conditions by the weekend. Such shifts are common during the fall season, often leading to gusty storms followed by clearer skies and cooler air.
