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Snow, Frigid Temps Grip Metro Atlanta
Dangerous winter storm brings accumulating snow, extreme cold warnings across North Georgia
Jan. 31, 2026 at 4:31am
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A potent winter storm is moving through metro Atlanta and North Georgia, bringing accumulating snow, dangerous wind chills, and hazardous travel conditions across much of the state. A Winter Storm Warning and an Extreme Cold Warning have been issued, with the highest snow totals expected east and northeast of Atlanta.
Why it matters
This winter storm comes just one week after a previous storm left parts of the region coated in ice, underscoring the challenges faced by residents and officials in dealing with severe winter weather in an area not typically known for heavy snowfall.
The details
The storm is expected to bring a 'dry powdery' snow that will stick immediately due to the already cold ground. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 1 a.m. Saturday to 1 a.m. Sunday for a large swath of North Georgia, including the metro Atlanta area. An Extreme Cold Warning has also been issued for the entire region, with dangerously low wind chills expected.
- A Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 1 a.m. Saturday to 1 a.m. Sunday.
- An Extreme Cold Warning is in effect from 7 p.m. Saturday to 1 p.m. Sunday.
The players
FOX 5 Storm Team
The meteorology team at FOX 5 Atlanta providing coverage and forecasts for the winter storm.
National Weather Service
The federal agency that issued the Winter Storm Warning and Extreme Cold Warning for the region.
What’s next
Officials are urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel during the storm and to take precautions to stay safe in the extreme cold.
The takeaway
This winter storm serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by communities in the Southeast that are not typically prepared for heavy snowfall and frigid temperatures, underscoring the need for proactive planning and preparedness measures to protect public safety.
