Atlanta, Georgia – Temperatures are dropping quickly across North Georgia, and while snow seemed unlikely just a week ago, updated forecasts are now offering a small but growing chance of wintry weather in the region. A widespread cold front moving across the United States is expected to push temperatures in the Southeast into the low 20s and teens as the weekend approaches.
Forecasters say Atlanta will experience a sharp temperature drop overnight, though any snow potential is expected later in the weekend rather than immediately.
Cold Air Sweeps Across the Southeast
Much of the eastern United States is experiencing a surge of cold air, with North Georgia among the hardest hit areas in the Southeast. Overnight lows are expected to fall below freezing across the metro Atlanta area, with some northern suburbs dipping into the teens.
While temperatures will rebound slightly during the daytime, forecasters say the overall pattern supports colder-than-average conditions through the weekend.
Atlanta Weekend Temperature Forecast
According to The Weather Channel, Atlanta is expected to see relatively mild conditions on Friday before colder air settles in:
- Friday: High of 52°F, low of 43°F
- Saturday: High of 52°F, low of 27°F
- Sunday: High of 40°F, low of 25°F
Sunday also carries the highest chance of precipitation, with an estimated 18% probability.
AccuWeather Predicts Higher Precipitation Chance
Forecasts from AccuWeather closely match temperature expectations but suggest a higher likelihood of precipitation toward the end of the weekend.
- Friday: High of 52°F, low of 41°F
- Saturday: High of 51°F, low of 27°F
- Sunday: High of 44°F, low of 25°F
AccuWeather estimates a 67% chance of precipitation on Sunday, increasing interest in the potential for winter weather across the metro area.
Could Atlanta See Snow This Weekend?
The National Weather Service is closely monitoring a potential winter system that could affect North Georgia late in the weekend. Current outlooks indicate a 15–30% chance that parts of the region could see more than half an inch of snow.
While the probability remains relatively low, meteorologists note that even small shifts in temperature or moisture could change outcomes rapidly. Forecasters caution residents to stay updated, as conditions could evolve quickly.
What Happens Next
Meteorologists are expected to refine snowfall projections as the weekend approaches. While widespread snow is not guaranteed, colder temperatures combined with increased precipitation chances make wintry weather a possibility—especially in North Georgia and higher elevations.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts and prepare for freezing overnight conditions regardless of snowfall.
