Snow expected across north and eastern Georgia, parts of metro Atlanta

Governor declares state of emergency as region braces for winter weather

Jan. 31, 2026 at 5:31am

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Snow is falling in north Georgia early Saturday morning, and a system is expected to bring snow across the north and eastern regions of the state as well as portions of inner metro Atlanta later. Snow totals will be highest in northeast Georgia, where 6"+ is possible in higher elevations, while Atlanta and the inner metro could see 1 to 3 inches of snow.

Why it matters

This winter storm is expected to impact a large swath of Georgia, including the Atlanta metro area, which is not accustomed to significant snowfall. The governor has declared a state of emergency to mobilize resources for the response, underscoring the potential disruption this weather event could cause.

The details

The snow is already falling in parts of north Georgia, with the Georgia Department of Transportation's traffic cameras showing snow accumulation in areas like Blairsville. The highest snow totals, over 6 inches, are expected in the higher elevations of northeast Georgia, while Atlanta and the inner metro region could see 1 to 3 inches of snow.

  • Snow started falling in north Georgia early Saturday morning.
  • The winter weather system is expected to bring snow across the north and eastern regions of Georgia, as well as parts of metro Atlanta, throughout the day on Saturday.

The players

Brian Kemp

The Governor of Georgia, who has declared a State of Emergency to mount resources for the response to the winter weather.

Georgia Department of Transportation

The state agency responsible for monitoring and reporting on road conditions during the winter storm.

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What’s next

The governor's declaration of a state of emergency will allow the state to mobilize resources and coordinate response efforts as the winter weather continues to impact the region throughout the day.

The takeaway

This winter storm is a significant weather event for Georgia, with the potential to disrupt travel and daily life across a large portion of the state. The governor's proactive declaration of a state of emergency underscores the seriousness of the situation and the need for residents to monitor weather conditions and heed any safety advisories.