The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County, foreseeing an evening filled with showers and thunderstorms on Thursday, September 25, 2025.
The predictions highlight a high temperature nearing 80 degrees, alongside warnings of potentially strong to severe storms, particularly affecting the eastern regions of Georgia.
According to the forecast, Cobb County residents can expect showers and thunderstorms throughout the day, starting before 1 p.m. and continuing intermittently until the evening.
The winds will come from the southwest at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 15 mph.
With an 80 percent chance of precipitation, the expected rainfall amounts could range from a tenth to a quarter of an inch, with higher amounts possible during thunderstorms.
As the night progresses, showers and thunderstorms are predicted to continue until about 2 a.m., with a slight chance of lingering showers until around 3 a.m.
Patchy fog is also expected to develop after midnight, contributing to a mostly cloudy atmosphere, with temperatures dropping to around 67 degrees.
The winds will shift to become calm in the evening, while the probability of precipitation is projected at 60 percent.
Looking ahead to Friday, there remains a 40 percent chance of additional showers and thunderstorms mainly after 2 p.m.
Residents should prepare for mostly cloudy conditions, with the high temperature reaching approximately 81 degrees.
By Friday night, a chance of thunderstorms continues until 11 p.m., followed by a slight possibility of showers until 2 a.m.
Temperatures will drop to a low of around 64 degrees, with a calm wind expected.
The forecast for Saturday indicates a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.
Conditions are expected to be mostly sunny, with highs around 82 degrees.
Saturday night temperatures are predicted to be around 63 degrees, with only a 10 percent chance of thunderstorms before 8 p.m.
Sunday appears to bring more pleasant weather, with mostly sunny conditions and a high near 82 degrees.
The trend of clear nights continues into Sunday, providing a low around 64 degrees.
Monday maintains a similar forecast with mostly sunny skies and highs reaching 82 degrees, while nighttime lows will remain around 63 degrees.
Tuesday is likely to follow suit with mostly sunny conditions and a slightly higher high near 83 degrees, accompanied by partly cloudy skies at night.
As we look ahead to Wednesday, weather conditions are expected to be mostly sunny, but with temperatures cooling slightly to around 79 degrees for the day.
Analyzing the broader climate, the latest National Weather Service climate summary has been updated for metro Atlanta, featuring August 2025 figures.
Understanding the differences between weather and climate can shed light on these reports.
The National Ocean Service explains that weather refers to day-to-day conditions, such as a sunny day or one filled with heavy snow, while climate represents the long-term averages of these conditions over extended periods.
For example, people can expect cold snow during January in the Northeast or hot, humid weather in the Southeastern U.S. during July.
The most recent climate report indicates how closely August’s temperatures compared to averages from previous years.
For a deeper understanding of local climate conditions, the National Weather Service provides extensive information on its Climate FAQ page for the Atlanta area.
The role of the National Weather Service (NWS) is crucial in this context.
As a component of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the NWS not only delivers weather forecasts but also issues warnings and climate information to safeguard lives and properties across the United States, its territories, and adjacent waters.
In summary, residents of Cobb County should brace for potentially stormy weather on September 25, 2025, while also being mindful of the importance of understanding broader climate patterns as part of our daily experience.
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