Atlanta climate: December off to an unseasonably chilly begin

ATLANTA – The primary week of December is off to an unseasonably chilly and clear begin for many of metro Atlanta, based on the FOX 5 Storm Workforce. Residents are suggested to arrange for a brisk and dry week forward as we transition into winter.

This is a take a look at what you may anticipate:

Chilly and Clear: Nighttime temperatures will proceed to be low, with clear skies contributing to the speedy cooling. The metro Atlanta space skilled brutal chilly this previous weekend and the chilly development is anticipated to proceed.

Temperature Fluctuations: Excessive temperatures through the day are anticipated to remain within the 40s, with some areas will barely attain into the 50s. The in a single day lows are poised to dip into the low 20s, significantly in low-lying areas like Peachtree Metropolis in Fayette County.

Potential Freezing Circumstances: With temperatures dropping into the 20s in a single day, residents are being suggested to take precautions akin to overlaying or turning off out of doors water spigots to forestall freezing.

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Transient Warmup Midweek: Temperatures are anticipated to heat up midweek, reaching the mid-50s earlier than dropping once more. This seesaw sample is typical of early winter.

Rain within the Forecast: There’s an opportunity for rain within the forecast for Thursday night extending into early Friday morning. Maintain an umbrella readily available for a probably moist commute.

Prolonged Forecast: Going into the weekend, there’s one other probability for rain. The in a single day lows will stay bitter, so residents ought to proceed to bundle up, significantly through the night time and early morning hours.

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