Severe storms possible across North Georgia Tuesday night
Monday afternoon forecast
The FOX 5 Storm Team is tracking a severe storm threat Tuesday into Wednesday. Here's the latest.
ATLANTA - North Georgia residents are being urged to prepare for a round of potentially severe storms late Tuesday into early Wednesday, with a Level 3 (enhanced) threat now issued for parts of northwest Georgia. The region could face damaging winds, large hail, and even a brief tornado as a cold front moves across the state overnight.
What we know:
According to FOX 5 Storm Team Meteorologist Alex Forbes, a weakening but still potent line of storms is expected to roll into Georgia from Tennessee and Alabama, where the threat for severe weather is even higher. Storms are projected to move from northwest to southeast between 10 p.m. Tuesday and 5 a.m. Wednesday, with conditions clearing by sunrise.
What to Expect
Tuesday night: Strong storms likely, especially in northwest Georgia, with possible damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes.
Wednesday morning: Storms clear early, followed by sunny skies and cooler weather.
Later this week: Pleasant conditions take hold with highs in the 70s and lows in the 50s.
Before the cold front arrives, much of Monday and Tuesday will be dry and hot. Tuesday may mark the first 90-degree day of the year in some areas, with patchy fog possible in the early mornings—particularly where rain fell on Sunday.
Regional Forecast Highlights
Metro Atlanta:
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 91°F; evening storms likely.
Wednesday: 30% chance of early showers, then sunny, mid-80s.
Thursday – Friday: Sunny, highs in the 70s, lows in the 50s.
Weekend: Slight storm chance, highs near 80°F.
Northwest Georgia:
Tuesday: 30% chance of daytime storms; severe threat Tuesday night.
Wednesday: Showers early, then clearing, high 81°F.
Thursday – Friday: Sunny and cooler, low 70s.
Weekend: Spotty storm chances, upper 70s.
North Georgia Mountains:
Tuesday: 40% chance of daytime storms, high 82°F.
Tuesday night: 90% chance of storms with severe threat.
Wednesday: Morning showers, then clearing, high 75°F.
Thursday – Friday: Sunny, highs in the 60s, lows in the 40s.
Weekend: Slight storm chance, highs near 70°F.
Weather Pattern Overview
The risk for storms stems from a stalled front across the Southeast combined with disturbances riding along the boundary. While the most intense storms will likely remain west of Georgia, meteorologists emphasize that the overnight timing of the system adds an extra layer of concern.
Stay Prepared
Forecasters recommend keeping weather alerts enabled on mobile devices and reviewing severe weather safety plans, especially since storms are expected while most people are asleep.
For live updates and the latest track, tune in to FOX 5 News tonight and follow updates from our FOX 5 Storm Team.
The Source: This article is based on original forecasting by the FOX 5 Storm Team with additional details from the National Weather Service.