For Thursday, the main weather concern will be rain showers and thunderstorms, especially in the afternoon and evening as they move east from Alabama. Instability and shear levels appear slight, but there is some risk of severe weather near the Georgia-Alabama border.  Northwest Georgia will see cloudy skies today with a high in the low 70’s. Rainfall may total between 0. 25 and 0. 50 inches close to the border, but most of east Georgia will likely remain dry. Tonight, look for cloudy skies and lows around 60 degrees.

In the long term, from Friday morning through next Tuesday, a heightened risk for severe weather is expected across North and Central Georgia from Saturday into Sunday. Cooler and drier conditions are predicted for early next week. The primary concern is the severe weather potential this weekend, with updates reflecting stronger winds anticipated starting Friday and early Saturday. An initial wave of energy may bring rain to parts of northwest Georgia Friday night, followed by a second wave bringing more widespread storm activity.

There are uncertainties about how the weekend system will develop, including whether initial rainfall will reach the lower atmosphere and the possibility of severe storms developing ahead of the main front. It’s advised to prepare for severe weather now by knowing safe places, checking weather radios, and planning outdoor activities carefully, especially since much action is expected Saturday night into Sunday morning. Stay informed and ready for any changes.