Chattooga County and all of Northwest Georgia will squeeze in one last day of unseasonable warmth today, Sunday, December 28, 2025, but it comes with a gray start. Drivers around Summerville, Trion, Lyerly, Menlo, and along valley roads toward LaFayette and Rome should watch for patchy morning fog, especially in low-lying spots and near creeks and fields. Visibility can change quickly from one stretch of road to the next, so take it slow through sunrise.

Once the fog thins, cloud cover sticks around for much of the day. Even with the clouds, a warm air pattern overhead will push temperatures well above late-December standards. Many communities across Northwest Georgia will climb into the upper 60s and 70s, making this feel more like early spring than the final week of the year. A few spotty sprinkles can’t be ruled out, but any rain today would be light and brief—more of a nuisance than a soaker.

That changes early Monday, when a strong cold front charges into the region. The front is expected to arrive in Northwest Georgia before daybreak Monday and sweep east through the area by early afternoon. As it moves through, residents can expect a quick-hitting band of showers and a noticeable increase in wind. The important thing to know: this front won’t bring much rain. Most locations in Chattooga County and nearby counties will likely see a tenth of an inch of rainfall or less, and some areas may only measure a few hundredths—nowhere close to a “wetting rain.”

The bigger impact will be the dramatic shift behind the front. Temperatures will fall fast Monday, and by Tuesday, highs across Northwest Georgia may only reach the upper 30s to lower 50s, running 10 to 15 degrees below normal. It will feel even colder at times because gusty northwest winds are expected behind the front. Winds around 15 to 20 miles per hour, with gusts that can push near 30 miles per hour, will add a winter bite that’s been missing lately.

Looking ahead, Tuesday and Wednesday are the days to watch for increased fire danger. The combination of dry air, windy conditions, and limited rainfall from Monday’s front could make it easier for fires to start and spread—especially in dry grass, brush, and wooded areas common across Chattooga County. If you’re burning debris, using fire pits, or planning outdoor gatherings, use extreme caution. And with New Year’s celebrations approaching, anyone considering fireworks outdoors should keep safety front and center—wind and dry conditions can carry sparks farther than expected.

The good news: after the brief blast of cold, temperatures should begin to moderate later in the week, returning closer to seasonal levels by the end of the week, with another chance of rain possible as we move toward next weekend.