Hey there, Atlanta! Has the weather got you shivering yet? Just yesterday, the temperatures were soaring, making it feel like summer, but today, a strong cold front has swooped in, bringing with it a *cool breeze* that’ll make you reach for those cozy sweaters and blankets.
It’s hard to believe that just 24 hours ago, you might have been basking in the warmth, but this morning, thermometers dropped to numbers that make it feel like we’ve skipped ahead to winter! Overnight, temperatures dipped into the 30s and 40s across the city, which is a whopping *20 to 30 degrees colder* than the day before. Wow!
If you’re heading out Friday morning, be prepared—it’s going to be the *chilliest of the cold snap*! Lows are expected to plummet into the 30s, with some areas possibly flirting with *near or below freezing*. Hold on to your hats, Atlanta! The last time we felt anything close to these temperatures was on March 19. It definitely feels like Mother Nature is playing a little trick on us!
Now, while the temperatures are cold enough for frost to pop up, don’t grab that de-icer just yet. Those strong winds are likely going to keep any frost at bay. How strong are we talking? Expect sustained winds of 10 to 20 miles per hour, with gusts reaching up to 25 to 35 miles per hour. If you’re venturing up into the north Georgia mountains, you might even experience gusts that are stronger than that!
The feels-like temperatures are going to make it even chillier, dipping into the *20s across the area*. Folks in the northern mountains need to watch out—those wind chills could even drop into the *teens*! So, grab those mittens and scarves—it’s going to feel like winter has finally arrived!
As biting as Friday morning will be, there’s a silver lining ahead. Temperatures are expected to slowly rise as we transition into the weekend. Saturday morning will still see lows in the 30s, but the winds are set to calm down a bit, making it feel a tad less frigid. The afternoons may still feel cool, but there’s a *nice rebound* on the way—by Sunday, we should see temperatures climbing back to above average!
You might be wondering why this sudden chill feels so out of place. Well, it turns out that temperatures in the 30s during this time of year are actually, believe it or not, *not that unusual*. The average first freeze in Atlanta, based on data from 1991 to 2020, typically happens around November 16. This chilly weather might catch you off guard, especially since we’ve been enjoying an *unseasonably warm fall*. In fact, this year is on track to be the *second warmest meteorological fall* on record, with a tight race against 2016 to see which will come out on top when November wraps up.
So there you have it, Atlanta! The chill is officially in the air, and it’s a great time to pull out those winter clothes. Don’t forget to enjoy the view of the crisp autumn leaves. Stay warm and cozy, folks!
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