As Memorial Day weekend approaches, Georgia residents are bracing for a wet start to the unofficial summer season, according to the National Weather Service.
Forecasts indicate that an “unsettling” weather pattern will begin impacting the area starting Saturday, with scattered thunderstorms expected to persist through the following week.
North Georgia, while likely to avoid the intense 90-degree heat, may still face the threat of thunderstorms, which are predicted to expand across the state by Monday, Memorial Day.
In the metropolitan Atlanta region and its surroundings, the weather forecast reveals a likelihood of showers and thunderstorms beginning after 11 a.m. on Saturday. Although a few sprinkles may precede this onset, the main activity is expected post-lunch.
Sunday’s forecast suggests that rain will commence early, potentially impacting commuters heading to and from church with downpours predicted before 8 a.m.
For those planning outdoor activities on Memorial Day, it is crucial to stay informed, as the NWS projects a 70 percent chance of rain in the metro area.
After a series of morning showers, thunderstorms could develop following 2 p.m., raising concerns for those with Memorial Day festivities.
The stormy weather pattern is set to continue throughout Georgia, day and night, at least until Thursday, according to NWS predictions.
Temperature-wise, the state will experience a range from the low 70s to the low 90s, varying by location.
The National Weather Service offered a detailed forecast for metro Atlanta, emphasizing the changing weather conditions.
For Saturday, residents can expect partly sunny skies with a high near 80 degrees. There is a slight chance of showers before 11 a.m., followed by more significant chances of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.
As night falls on Saturday, the chance of rain increases with showers forecasted between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m., followed by more thunderstorms later in the night. With a low around 64 degrees, conditions will remain mostly cloudy.
On Sunday, the National Weather Service is predicting more rain early in the day, with a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms continuing throughout the morning. The afternoon should warm up a bit, reaching a high near 84 degrees, yet the damp conditions persist.
Sunday night will see a 40 percent chance of thunderstorms, with temperatures dropping to around 67 degrees.
Looking ahead to Memorial Day, the forecast suggests a high near 81 degrees punctuated by shower activity. Thunderstorms are likely after 2 p.m., with an elevated chance of rain at 70 percent.
As evening approaches on Memorial Day, the likelihood of showers jumps to 80 percent, as residents may find themselves under shower activity and thunderstorms.
As the week continues, Tuesday is expected to bring similar conditions, with an 80 percent chance of rain and temperatures around 80 degrees.
Wednesday will offer a slight reprieve, with a 50 percent chance of showers and a high near 82 degrees. This unpredictable weather pattern sets the tone for a tumultuous yet hopeful start to the summer season in Georgia.
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