Northwest Georgia will see rain and strong winds starting tonight, following a period of sunny weather. A cold front is moving east across the central U. S. , bringing scattered showers mainly after midnight. The National Weather Service predicts light rain, averaging less than a quarter of an inch, with a low chance of thunderstorms.

Today’s weather forecast shows mostly sunny skies with a high near 77 degrees. Winds will increase to 10-15 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph. A WIND ADVISORY is in effect from noon until 10 PM EDT, predicting winds of 10 to 20 mph and gusts up to 40 mph.  Also, a FIRE WEATHER WATCH is in place for today for all of Northwest Georgia.

Rain is expected tonight with a low around 46 degrees. A 30% chance of showers is possible on Thursday, with a high near 51 degrees. Temperatures will drop to around 31 degrees overnight, with recommended precautions for driving and securing outdoor items.

Cooler temperatures are expected headed into the weekend with highs in the 60’s on Thursday and up to around 70 on Friday.  The next chance for rain is on Sunday.