Atlanta is waking up to its best weather day of the week — mostly sunny skies and a high near 89°F, with light southeast winds around 5 mph. The National Weather Service says today is the last storm-free day before a cold front changes the pattern, so take advantage while you can.
Today’s Setup
High pressure is keeping moisture well to the west of metro Atlanta, holding relative humidity in the upper 30% range this afternoon. No thunderstorms are expected — a welcome break if you’re planning anything outdoors near Piedmont Park, Stone Mountain, or the Beltline. Overnight low settles near a comfortable 69°F under mostly clear skies.
One heads-up for allergy sufferers: dry, sunny days like today tend to keep pollen counts elevated across the metro. talc free body powder is a smart companion for all-day outdoor events when heat and activity combine.
Best Window To Be Outside
Morning through mid-afternoon is your best bet before peak heat arrives. Golfers, runners, and anyone heading out to Lake Lanier have near-perfect conditions today. Stay hydrated — a Stanley quencher tumbler will earn its keep when temps push near 89°F. If you’re spending time on the water, check out the UPF 50+ Fishing Shirts for $6.50 we covered this week — tough to beat that price for all-day sun protection.
Rain and Storm Risk This Week
Today is clean, but the National Weather Service flags a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms Wednesday night — mainly in northwest Georgia, between roughly 7 PM and 2 AM ET. Coverage stays limited and widespread severe weather is not expected. By Thursday, a stalling cold front pushes storm chances up to around 53% for the northern metro, with the front expected to hold near I-20. Today and Wednesday daytime are your safest outdoor windows this week.
Events This Week
Tonight, Don Toliver brings the Octane Tour to State Farm Arena. Skies are dry for the commute in — grab a Don Toliver t-shirt and Find tickets on StubHub if you haven’t locked them down yet.
On Friday, May 22, the Atlanta Braves host the Washington Nationals at Truist Park. Rain chances are on the rise heading into the weekend, so watch the forecast before you head out to Cobb County. Suit up in an Atlanta Braves jersey and Get tickets on SeatGeek while availability is good. Also that evening, the Atlanta Jazz Festival kicks off with the Miles Electric Band at Atlanta Symphony Hall — a great indoor fallback if weather turns.
Next Few Days
- Wednesday: High near 89°F, mostly sunny. Slight storm chance after 7 PM ET, mainly far northwest Georgia.
- Thursday: Front stalls near I-20; storm chances climb to around 53% for the northern metro.
- Weekend: Increased rain chances linger, especially across northern and western Georgia, per the National Weather Service.
For tonight’s dinner, pasta or a quick stir-fry keeps things simple on a warm evening — minimal oven time, maximum comfort. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything delivered before dark.
Stay current with the full Atlanta weather forecast and browse outdoor gear deals to stay comfortable through a warm, increasingly active week.
