Atlanta Weather Forecast
Atlanta weather: 73°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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Climate in Atlanta month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50° | 33° | 4,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 60° | 40° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 68° | 47° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 76° | 55° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 80° | 62° | 7,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 88° | 69° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 90° | 73° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 87° | 70° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 83° | 65° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 74° | 55° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 65° | 47° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 56° | 38° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Atlanta
Go in October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Atlanta compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Atlanta.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulton County | 0 mi | 63°F | about the same | 50 in |
| Great Smoky Mountains National Park | 138 mi | 47°F | 47°F cooler | 57 in |
| Gatlinburg | 145 mi | 61°F | 34°F cooler | 55 in |
| Alabama | 146 mi | 67°F | +36°F warmer | 45 in |
| Asheville | 165 mi | 56°F | 39°F cooler | 34 in |
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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 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 92% and wind is 4 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 9:42 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, 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 22, 2026 at 9:42 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
