Metro Atlanta, September 22, 2025
News Summary
Metro Atlanta is set for summer-like weather with temperatures reaching the upper 80s and potentially peaking at 90 degrees on Tuesday. While the warm weather will linger early in the week, a cold front is expected to bring significant rain on Thursday, potentially benefiting drought-stricken areas. The weekend forecast looks to align more closely with seasonal averages, offering mild temperatures and scattered showers. Updates from meteorologists indicate that warmer trends may continue, but cooler days may also occur intermittently.
Metro Atlanta is set to experience summer-like weather as fall officially begins on Monday afternoon. This week, temperatures will soar into the upper 80s, with forecasts indicating a possible peak of 90 degrees by Tuesday. The average high for late September has already dropped to 82 degrees, and while the warm weather may persist early in the week, temperatures are expected to align closer to seasonal averages by the second half of the week.
A significant cold front is expected to move through the area, bringing much-needed precipitation. Widespread rain is anticipated on Thursday, which could provide a boost to drought-stricken areas located west and north of Atlanta. Weather models predict that parts of northwest Georgia could receive 1 to 2 inches of rain in the coming days. Although this rain is encouraging, there are concerns that the weather may not provide immediate relief from ongoing drought conditions.
The weekend forecast looks more seasonable, promising mild temperatures and a chance of scattered showers. Here’s a detailed breakdown of expected conditions for the week:
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high of 88 degrees, dry conditions.
- Tuesday: Hot and sunny, high of 90 degrees.
- Wednesday: Partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain late in the day; high of 87 degrees.
- Thursday: Best chance of rain (60%) with the cold front; high drops to 82 degrees.
- Friday: Partly sunny, with a 30% chance of showers; high of 80 degrees.
- Saturday: Mostly pleasant, with a small 20% chance of rain; high of 79 degrees.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, with a 20% chance of isolated showers; high of 78 degrees.
Forecasts by the NOAA suggest a 40-50% chance of above-average temperatures continuing through November. Additionally, the prolonged dry spell has started to impact local foliage, with some leaves turning brown prematurely.
Meteorologists note that despite the warmer trends, cooler days may occur intermittently. Local updates are consistently releasing information based on the most current weather models.
FAQ
When does fall officially begin in Metro Atlanta?
Fall officially begins on Monday afternoon.
What temperatures can we expect in Metro Atlanta this week?
Temperatures might reach 90 degrees by Tuesday, climbing into the upper 80s this week.
Is rain expected this week in Metro Atlanta?
A strong cold front is predicted to bring widespread rain on Thursday.
What impact has the dry weather had on local foliage?
The prolonged dry spell has already begun affecting local foliage, turning some leaves brown prematurely.
Weather Overview Chart
| Day | Conditions | High Temperature | Chance of Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Mostly Sunny | 88°F | 0% |
| Tuesday | Hot and Sunny | 90°F | 0% |
| Wednesday | Partly Cloudy | 87°F | 10% |
| Thursday | Rain | 82°F | 60% |
| Friday | Partly Sunny | 80°F | 30% |
| Saturday | Mostly Pleasant | 79°F | 20% |
| Sunday | Partly Sunny | 78°F | 20% |
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Additional Resources
- Fox 5 Atlanta: Metro Atlanta Weather
- Wikipedia: Weather in Atlanta
- AJC: Fall in Atlanta
- Google Search: Atlanta Weather Seasonal Changes
- Discover Atlanta: Ultimate Guide to Fall
- Google Scholar: Atlanta Climate
- Axios: Fall Foliage in Georgia
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Atlanta
- Patch: False Fall Cool Down
- Google News: Georgia Rainfall Impact
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