Rain will continue across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia through this afternoon, with periods of heavy rainfall possible—especially overnight as a system moves through the region. Most areas are expected to pick up about 1 to 2 inches of rain, which could lead to ponding on roads and poor drainage—especially where leaves are clogging storm drains.
Waves of rainfall are expected across Chattooga County and the rest of Northwest Georgia from today through Tuesday as a cold front and multiple disturbances move across the region. The first round of showers began early this morning, and additional periods of rain will continue throughout the day. Temperatures locally remain in the 40s and 50s, so no winter weather impacts are expected for our area.
Dry conditions will continue across Chattooga County and the rest of Northwest Georgia through the day, but changes arrive tonight as the next weather system moves in. High clouds will continue to stream across the region, and while humidity levels will drop near fire-danger thresholds, the dry air is expected to ease after today.
Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga County, will stay dry and cool through Saturday as high pressure remains in control of the region. Forecasters say these dry conditions, combined with low humidity and breezy northwest winds, may create elevated fire danger across parts of north and central Georgia.
Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia can expect a cool, calm, and pleasant Thanksgiving, with clear to mostly clear skies settling over the region. After several unseasonably warm days this month, temperatures have dropped back to more seasonable levels—and today will feel like the official arrival of late fall. Afternoon highs will range from the upper 40s to near 60, with a noticeable chill in the air.
