North Georgia, December 26, 2025
News Summary
North Georgia is seeing unseasonably mild temperatures, with lows in the 50s tonight and highs reaching the mid-70s on Saturday, nearing 80°F in some areas. A First Alert Weather Day is declared for Monday as light rain is expected, followed by a significant cooldown. New Year’s Day promises sunny skies with a high around 51°F. In response to the cold snap, warming centers are activated across metro Atlanta.
North Georgia is experiencing record-breaking warmth over the next few days, with temperatures expected to hover near seasonal highs. Tonight, temperatures will be unseasonably mild, with lows primarily in the 50s, as a weak front passes north of the region. This front may lead to patchy drizzle or brief light showers, particularly in the far northern mountains, although significant accumulation is not anticipated.
Cloud cover is expected to persist, and patchy fog may develop by Saturday morning. The weather forecast for Saturday indicates warm and mostly cloudy conditions, with potential breaks of sun. High temperatures are expected to reach the mid-70s, possibly approaching 80°F in some areas. Sunday will continue this warm trend, with highs ranging from the 60s to 70s across most of North Georgia; however, cooler temperatures in the far northeast counties may limit highs to the 60s.
Monday has been declared a First Alert Weather Day, as a storm system will bring light rain starting Monday morning and lasting into the early afternoon. Expected rainfall totals will generally be light, averaging under a quarter-inch, although some northern regions could see totals reach 0.25 to 0.50 inches. Following the cold front, a noticeable cooldown is anticipated, leading to more seasonable to below-normal temperatures across North Georgia.
Following a warm weekend, Monday’s high temperature is forecasted to drop to around 65°F, while lows Monday night are expected to fall to 26°F, paving the way for a chilly Tuesday with a high near 42°F. The temperature is anticipated to rise slightly to around 49°F on Wednesday, and nighttime temperatures during this chilly period are predicted to remain just above freezing.
Looking ahead, New Year’s Day is forecasted to be mostly sunny with a high near 51°F. An earlier Cold Weather Advisory has expired; however, wind chills remain in the single digits and teens. In response to the impending cold snap, several warming centers are being activated across metro Atlanta to support those facing homelessness.
Weather Summary
- Tonight: Lows in the 50s, unseasonably mild temperatures
- Saturday: Highs in the mid-70s, possible sun breaks
- Sunday: Highs from the 60s to 70s, cooler in the far northeast
- Monday: Light rain expected, highs around 65°F, lows dropping to 26°F
- Chilly Tuesday: Highs near 42°F
- Wednesday: Slight rise to around 49°F, temperatures above freezing at night
- New Year’s Day: Mostly sunny, high near 51°F
- Warming centers activated across metro Atlanta
Weather Chart
| Date | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Conditions | Rainfall (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tonight | – | 50s | Mild | – |
| Saturday | Mid-70s, possibly 80°F | – | Warm, mostly cloudy | – |
| Sunday | 60s to 70s | – | Warm | – |
| Monday | 65°F | 26°F | Light rain | Under 0.25 inch |
| Tuesday | 42°F | – | Chilly | – |
| Wednesday | 49°F | Above freezing | Cool | – |
| New Year’s Day | 51°F | – | Mostly sunny | – |
FAQ
What temperatures are expected in North Georgia in the upcoming days?
Temperatures in North Georgia will hover near record levels over the next few days, with lows mainly in the 50s tonight and high temperatures on Saturday expected to reach the mid-70s, possibly approaching 80°F in some areas.
What weather conditions can residents expect on Monday?
Monday has been designated as a First Alert Weather Day as a storm system is expected to bring light rain, starting Monday morning into early afternoon, with expected rainfall totals averaging under a quarter inch.
What will the temperatures look like after the warm weekend?
Following the warm weekend, Monday’s high temperature is forecasted to drop to around 65°F, with lows Monday night expected to plummet to 26°F, leading to a chilly Tuesday with a high near 42°F.
What is the forecast for New Year’s Day?
New Year’s Day is forecasted to be mostly sunny with a high near 51°F.
Are there any precautions being taken in response to the cold weather?
Several warming centers are being activated across metro Atlanta to support those facing homelessness during the cold snap.
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Additional Resources
- Atlanta News First
- Wikipedia: Weather in Atlanta
- Hoodline
- Google Search: Weather in North Georgia
- Fox 5 Atlanta
- Google Scholar: Georgia Weather
- AJC
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Weather patterns
- Online Athens
- Google News: Weather in Atlanta
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