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Could it snow in Atlanta this weekend? Colder temperatures on the way

It's finally starting to feel like fall outside, but it may be a short season as winter temperatures are making their way to Georgia later this week. The state saw a cool-down period this week where temperatures began to dip into the lower 40s and 30s in the northern part of the state, also reaching as low as 42 degrees in central Georgia in places like Macon and Columbus. Frost advisories have been issued for some of Georgia's northern counties at the beginning of this week, but "the coldest weather of the season thus far looms this weekend," according to the National Weather Service. Shop winter essentials at Amazon Is it going to snow in Georgia? "Behind a late week cold front, the coolest temperatures of the season thus far will arrive next weekend," the NWS said as of Tuesday. "Lows will fall to at or below freezing for most areas." But, weather officials said the conditions are likely to remain dry. There is a slight chance of rain in North Georgia on Thursday, but snow is unlikely. Here are the expected temperatures in Atlanta this week: Tuesday: high of 71, low of 48 Wednesday: high of 71, low of

Atlanta, GA · 1d

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Flash Floods Leave the North Georgia Community Shaken

Severe flash floods devastated parts of North Georgia on Nov. 4, prompting Gov. Brian Kemp to declare a state of emergency for four counties: Fannin, Gilmer, Murray and Union which will remain in effect until 11:59 p.m. Nov. 12, 2026. The Weather Channel reported that rainfall rates reached 2 to...

Mccaysville, GA · 2d
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North Georgia faces freezing temps, possible snow flurries

A major cold snap is headed for metro Atlanta and north Georgia as back-to-back cold fronts bring gusty winds, wind chills in the 30s, near-freezing temperatures and the chance for light mountain snow flurries heading into the weekend. In his Wednesday 10 p.m. forecast, FOX 5 meteorologist Jonathan Stacey tracks a few isolated overnight showers across far northern Georgia and wind gusts topping 20 mph before a mild, breezy Thursday "transition day" with afternoon gusts over 25 mph.

Georgia · 6h
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Earthquake Strikes Northwest Georgia, North and West of Atlanta

An earthquake struck northwest Georgia this morning, well north and west of the Atlanta metro area. According to USGS, at 7:53 am today near the town of LaFayette, Georgia, an earthquake struck from a depth of 4.8 km and a magnitude of 2.0. There were no reports of any damage or injuries.

Georgia · 2d
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Snow chatter is swirling, but North Georgia’s freeze is real story

ATLANTA - Enjoy the mild weather while it lasts: Georgia is headed for a sharp temperature drop by the end of the week. A few showers could move through far north Georgia Wednesday night into early Thursday. Then two cold fronts will push temperatures down. By the weekend, highs are expected to struggle into the 50s, while morning lows fall into the 20s and 30s. Frost and freezes are likely, with the coldest readings in the mountains.

Atlanta, GA · 1d

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Magnitude 2.0 earthquake recorded near LaFayette in Walker County, Georgia

LAFAYETTE, Ga. — Did you feel it Monday morning?. A magnitude 2.0 earthquake struck near LaFayette in Walker County early Monday morning, according to EarthquakeTrack.com. The earthquake was recorded at 7:53 a.m. about 3 kilometers southwest of LaFayette, at a depth of 4 kilometers. The minor quake may have...

Walker County, GA · 2d

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Storms possible in far north Georgia into early Thursday

Isolated thunderstorms are possible in far north Georgia Wednesday night, Nov. 11, into early Thursday, according to the National Weather Service. The hazardous weather outlook includes Cobb County, with the thunderstorm risk limited to far north Georgia. The weather service expects no severe weather and lists no additional hazards through Tuesday.

Cobb County, GA · 22h

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First Alert Forecast: Wind picks up tomorrow as cold air arrives

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A dramatic weather change is on the way. A cold front will move southward Thursday, bringing much colder temperatures and our first hard freeze of the season by this weekend. Tonight: Light Rain Showers Possible. Patchy drizzle and light rain showers are possible...

Atlanta, GA · 1d

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Smoky Mountains Could See 5 to 9 Inches of Snow Friday Night as Flurries Reach North Georgia Mountains and Western North Carolina

NORTH GEORGIA — A cold front is expected to arrive in North Georgia late Thursday, followed by a strong push of cold air on Friday, November 13. Accumulating snow still looks likely in the higher elevations of the Great Smoky Mountains, where some spots could pick up 5 to 9 inches. The latest European model also shows a few snow flurries possible in the northeast Georgia mountains Friday night, followed by a few chilly days before temperatures moderate.

Georgia · 3d

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Atlanta’s 71-degree days end as frigid front storms in this weekend

Atlanta will not see snow this weekend, according to the National Weather Service. The city will get its coldest air of the season so far, though. After highs near 71 degrees Tuesday and today, a late-week cold front will drop Saturday’s high to about 53. Sunday morning lows will fall to around 33 in the city and into the 20s in the North Georgia mountains.

Atlanta, GA · 17h

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Cold front dropping Georgia's temperatures for rest of the week

Atlanta, GA · 12h

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Georgia Thanksgiving Travel: Rain, Mountain Ice Nov. 18–24?

NOAA's wetter-than-normal outlook raises concerns about storms and highway delays before Thanksgiving.

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Atlanta braces for 39 degrees on Friday

A potent winter cold front will plunge north Georgia into subfreezing territory from Friday through Monday morning, prompting warnings for property managers to fire up heating systems early and residents to protect outdoor plants and pets. This is the Tuesday evening forecast from the FOX 5 Storm Team.

Atlanta, GA · 1d

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Atlanta faces season first arctic freeze

An Arctic cold front moving across Georgia will drop weekend temperatures below freezing, prompting the Fannin County Emergency Management Agency to request space heaters for flooded McCaysville residents.

Atlanta, GA · 1d

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GA Weather Alert: Atlanta Cold Snap, 33° by Saturday, Nov 14

North Georgia's warm November weather gives way to brisk winds, colder mornings and possible frost concerns.

Atlanta, GA · 1d

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Georgia gets ready for dropping temperatures this week

Georgia · 1d

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Georgia Today: North Georgia Flooding; Zoo Atlanta death; Data center moratorium

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Georgia · 2d

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Georgia Weather Alert: Atlanta 72° to 33° Cold Snap Nov 10-14

A 39-degree temperature swing brings chilly mornings and potential frost concerns across metro Atlanta.

Atlanta, GA · 2d

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Communities near Georgia-Tennessee line brace for long road to recovery after flooding

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Channel 2 activates ‘Convoy of Care’ to help flooding survivors in north Georgia

This major disaster relief project will bring much needed supplies to communities in Georgia’s Fannin and Gilmer counties devastated by record flash flooding.

Georgia · 2d