Georgia Temperatures to Reach 80 Degrees This Week

Warm weather expected before rain and thunderstorms move in by the weekend

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Georgia is in for a warm week, with temperatures climbing into the upper 70s and low 80s across much of the state by midweek. However, a storm system is expected to bring rain and thunderstorms to the region, especially in western Georgia, by Saturday and Sunday.

Why it matters

The warm weather could disrupt weekend outdoor plans, especially in north and west Georgia where storm chances are highest. The National Weather Service is forecasting a 60-70% chance of showers and thunderstorms Saturday night through Sunday night for areas near the Alabama border.

The details

Highs will reach near 82 degrees in the Atlanta area by Thursday, with a 40% storm chance on Saturday and a 60% rain chance on Sunday. In north Georgia mountains, highs will reach 79 by Saturday, with 40% storm chances Saturday night. South Georgia will see highs near 79-83 all week, with only 20-30% rain chances through the weekend. Coastal Georgia will remain mild and mostly dry through Saturday, with 30-40% rain chances on Sunday.

  • Today, highs near 71 in the Atlanta area.
  • By Thursday, highs near 82 in the Atlanta area.
  • Saturday night through Sunday night, 60-70% chance of showers and thunderstorms in western Georgia near the Alabama border.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency that provides weather forecasts and warnings for the United States.

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The takeaway

Georgia residents should prepare for a warm week ahead, but be ready for potential disruptions to weekend outdoor plans due to the increasing chances of rain and thunderstorms, especially in the western parts of the state.