Atlanta is waking up to a mostly cloudy Sunday, June 7, with a high near 83°F — and afternoon showers and thunderstorms are likely after noon ET with a 40% chance of precipitation through the evening. If you’ve got outdoor plans, move them to this morning.
Today’s Setup
The National Weather Service says ridging aloft is weakening as shortwave energy pushes through the Tennessee Valley, raising moisture levels across North and Central Georgia. Instability stays relatively low — under 500 J/kg — so widespread severe weather isn’t expected. Still, isolated rumbles of thunder and brief heavy downpours are possible, especially after 12 PM ET.
Best Window To Be Outside
Morning hours are your window. Cloud cover may actually slow storm development early, giving Atlantans a decent stretch through late morning. Hit Piedmont Park, walk the BeltLine, or squeeze in a round of golf — just plan to wrap up outdoor activities before noon.
Truist Park Today: Braves vs. Pirates
The Atlanta Braves host the Pittsburgh Pirates at Truist Park today, June 7 — and it’s an outdoor ballpark. Tailgaters should plan for a shorter window this afternoon, as storms could roll in mid-game. Gear up with an Atlanta Braves jersey and an Atlanta Braves fitted cap before heading out. Still need seats? Get tickets on SeatGeek before first pitch.
Monday: Flood Risk in North Georgia
Sunday’s storms are just the opener. Monday brings a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 4) for excessive rainfall across North Georgia, per the Weather Prediction Center. Rain chances climb to 70%, with locally heavy downpours capable of dropping a quarter to half inch of rain — potentially exceeding flash flood guidance in areas like Canton and Gainesville. Keep this in mind if you’re heading north of the city, and browse our outdoor gear deals for rainy-day essentials.
Megan Moroney at State Farm Arena — Monday Night
Megan Moroney brings The Cloud 9 Tour to State Farm Arena on Monday, June 8. It’s indoors, so the rain is a complete non-issue. Rep your fandom with a Megan Moroney hoodie and lock in your seats via Find tickets on StubHub.
Also on the calendar: the Braves Country Fest ft. Cody Johnson & Ella Langley lands at Truist Park on June 13 — an outdoor festival we’ll be watching closely as that weekend approaches.
Rainy Day Dinner
A gray, rainy Sunday calls for something warm and hearty. Load up a programmable slow cooker with chili, beef stew, or a big pot of soup and let it run while the storms pass through. An enameled cast iron Dutch oven on the stovetop works just as well. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered straight to your door.
Next Few Days
The wet pattern isn’t going anywhere fast. Daily rain and thunderstorm chances continue through most of next week across all of North and Central Georgia — with Monday carrying the greatest flood risk. Check the Atlanta weather forecast for daily updates as timing and intensity become clearer.
