Cobb County residents should brace for a mix of weather conditions on Monday, May 26, 2025, as the National Weather Service (NWS) forecasts mostly cloudy skies with a high temperature approaching 83 degrees.
Compounding the cloudy weather is a hazardous weather outlook that has been issued for Cobb County and surrounding areas. Scattered thunderstorms are predicted this afternoon and may extend into the overnight hours.
The NWS has warned that some of these thunderstorms could escalate to strong or severe levels, bringing along powerful wind gusts, small hail, and locally heavy rainfall throughout the evening and into the night.
For those interested in understanding weather reports better, the NWS has provided supplemental resources that help decode typical weather terminology, allowing residents to navigate forecasts with greater ease.
Today’s forecast centers on the Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta. Showers and thunderstorms are likely before 5 p.m., with additional showers anticipated after that time. The day will remain mostly cloudy, with a high around 83 degrees and light winds shifting to the west at around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation today is significant at 70 percent, with new rainfall amounts expected to fall between one-tenth and one-quarter of an inch—though higher amounts may occur during stronger thunderstorms.
Tonight, the chance for showers and thunderstorms continues, particularly before 5 a.m., followed by a potential for some showers. Residents should also be aware of patchy fog developing between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. Expect mostly cloudy skies overnight, with temperatures dropping to around 60 degrees. East winds will range from 5 to 10 mph, possibly gusting to 15 mph. The chances of precipitation tonight remain at 70 percent, with expected rainfall accumulating between half an inch to three-quarters of an inch.
The forecast for Tuesday indicates more chances of rain, especially in the form of showers and thunderstorms primarily before 2 p.m. The likelihood of showers will persist from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., with yet another possibility for storms after 5 p.m. Residents should anticipate patchy fog again between 11 a.m. and noon. The high temperature is expected to be around 72 degrees, with easterly winds of about 10 mph and gusts reaching 15 mph. The chance of precipitation on Tuesday is forecasted at 70 percent.
Looking into Tuesday night, expect recurring showers and possible thunderstorms into the early hours before 5 a.m., transitioning to likely showers thereafter. The overnight low will hover around 62 degrees, with southeast winds between 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation continues to rise, reaching 90 percent.
On Wednesday, showers are likely before 11 a.m., followed by a chance of thunderstorms until around 2 p.m. Further chances of showers and thunderstorms are on the horizon after 2 p.m. The skies will remain mostly cloudy with anticipated highs close to 81 degrees. The probability of rain is 60 percent.
As the week progresses into Wednesday night, anticipate more showers and possible thunderstorms before 8 p.m., transitioning to a chance for rain after that point. Overnight lows are predicted around 65 degrees, underscored by a 60 percent chance of precipitation.
Thursday brings a slight decrease in rain probabilities to 40 percent, along with the potential for thunderstorms. Conditions are expected to be partly sunny, with a high remaining around 81 degrees.
On Thursday night, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms is likely, particularly after 2 a.m., with partly cloudy skies leading to an overnight low near 61 degrees.
Looking towards Friday, the weather is expected to be mostly sunny, with a possibility of showers and thunderstorms arising after 2 p.m. The forecast indicates a high temperature near 78 degrees and a 40 percent chance of precipitation.
As the weekend approaches, Friday night shows a reduced chance of 20 percent for showers and thunderstorms, with skies becoming mostly clear and lows around 58 degrees.
Saturday is forecasted to be sunny, establishing itself with a high nearing 80 degrees, and continuing clear weather into Saturday night, where temperatures could drop to around 60 degrees.
The forecast for Sunday includes a slight chance of 20 percent for showers and thunderstorms but retains a mostly sunny disposition with a high likely to reach 82 degrees.
To contextualize these shifting weather patterns, it’s essential to understand the distinction between weather and climate. The NWS describes weather as the day-to-day atmospheric conditions, while climate reflects the long-term averages and changes in those weather patterns over time.
The NWS climate summary for metro Atlanta has recently been updated with figures from April 2025, showcasing how current weather deviates from long-term averages. For those who wish to dive deeper into climate trends, the NWS Climate FAQ offers extensive information regarding regional climate nuances.
The National Weather Service plays a crucial role in safeguarding life and property by providing timely weather, water, and climate forecasts across the United States. As a division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the NWS prioritizes the protection of life and property and supports the national economy with its advanced forecasts and warnings.
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