Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia will continue to experience unusually warm February weather this week, with temperatures climbing well above seasonal averages. Highs are expected to peak today and Wednesday, reaching the upper 60s to mid-70s across the region.

Forecasters say light rain showers will move through the area Tuesday night into Wednesday. Rainfall totals are expected to remain minimal for Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia, generally under a tenth of an inch. Some patchy fog is possible during the morning hours, which could impact early commuters before lifting by mid-morning.

Despite the brief midweek rain, warm and mild conditions will persist, with overnight lows staying elevated in the 50s. Gusty winds of up to 20 to 25 miles per hour may develop Wednesday afternoon and evening as a cold front moves through, followed by gradual clearing.

Looking ahead to the weekend, temperatures are expected to remain mild, topping out in the mid to upper 60s. Widespread rainfall is likely on Sunday as another weather system moves into the region. While rain chances increase to around 70 to 80 percent, forecasters say the threat of severe weather remains low at this time.

Residents are encouraged to stay aware of changing conditions, especially with increased rain chances late in the weekend.

Today
Partly sunny, with a high near 72. Light southwest wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.
Tonight
Showers likely, mainly after 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. Southwest wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Wednesday
Showers, mainly before 1pm. High near 64. North wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Wednesday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 36. North wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph.
Thursday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 62. North wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph.
Thursday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42.
Friday
A 20 percent chance of showers before 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 59.
Friday Night
A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45.
Saturday
A 40 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a high near 60.
Saturday Night
Showers. Low around 51. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Sunday
Showers. The rain could be heavy at times. High near 62. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Sunday Night
A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44.
Washington’s Birthday
Sunny, with a high near 67.