City in Georgia (US)

Current Local Time in Atlanta

Current local time and time zone in Atlanta, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☀️ 70°F now🕔 9:12 AM local📅 Best: October👥 500.000

Current local time in Atlanta

9:12 AM
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/New_York
UTC offsetUTC-04:00
UTC now1:12 PM
Sunrise7:06 AM
Sunset8:12 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise7:06 AM
Sunset8:12 PM
Daylight13h 6m
Solar noon1:39 PM
Golden hour (am)7:06 AM - 8:06 AM
Golden hour (pm)7:12 PM - 8:12 PM
Blue hour (am)6:36 AM - 7:06 AM
Blue hour (pm)8:12 PM - 8:42 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 92%
Moonrise6:55 PM
Moonset4:35 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Atlanta

TypeCity
StateGeorgia (US)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates33°44′56.4″N 84°23′16.8″W (33.749, -84.388)
Population500.000
Known forCivil rights history and aquarium
Local time9:12 AM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsOctober
ClimateContinental

Local time by airport in Atlanta

1 airports mapped in this atlas

Summary

Atlanta is a city in Georgia (US). Atlanta is known for Civil rights history and aquarium. It has a population of about 500.000.

Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Atlanta with clear sky. It feels like 70°F. Today runs from 68°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Atlanta is October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 90°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 33°F.

The closest major airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), about 8 mi away. Nearby highlights include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Chimney Rock State Park, Congaree National Park and Cumberland Falls State Resort Park.

In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 92°F is 5°F above the 87°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Atlanta today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

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Coordinates: 33°44′56.4″N 84°23′16.8″W (33.749, -84.388)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Atlanta?

Atlanta is a city in Georgia (US). Its coordinates are 33.749, -84.388. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Atlanta right now?

It is currently 70°F (21°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 67% and wind is 7 mph.

When is the best time to visit Atlanta?

October offer the most comfortable conditions in Atlanta, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Atlanta in?

Atlanta observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:12 AM.

How many people live in Atlanta?

Atlanta has a population of approximately 500.000.

What is the nearest airport to Atlanta?

The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 8 mi away and Nashville International Airport (BNA), 209 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Atlanta?

Popular options include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Chimney Rock State Park, Congaree National Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park and Hunting Island State Park.

What places are in Atlanta?

Atlanta covers 1 places in this atlas, including Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 25, 2026 at 9:12 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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