Snowfall made its triumphant return to parts of Atlanta midday Tuesday as a polar chill churned through the Southeast. Much of Atlanta, including Fulton, DeKalb got more snow just under two weeks after the initial snow that the area experienced.
South of Interstate 20, you can expect 2-4 inches, while northern suburbs above Alpharetta can expect just a dusting.
Atlanta Metro Area: Where It’s Not Snowing
Snow is accumulating in the city proper, Decatur to the east and the southern suburbs, including College Park, East Point and Fairburn.
Atlanta Metro Area: Where It’s Not Snowing
Just into Cobb County and the northern suburbs of Fulton, there is no snow.
Atlanta’s weather can be a chameleon with different shades and moods depending on the day, time and season. To get an accurate forecast, we’ve compiled weather data to show you what’s the weather like in Atlanta right now.
Atlanta, GA
Atlanta’s Weather Right Now
Currently, Atlanta is experiencing frigid conditions as temperatures hover around 24 degrees. warm and humid conditions.
| Humidity | 75% |
| Wind Speed | Calm |
| Barometer | 30.43 in (1031.7 mb) |
| Dewpoint | 15°F (-9°C) |
| Visibility | 10.00 mi |
| Last update | 21 Jan 4:53 pm EST |
For the next few days, expect similar cold winter weather patterns with highs only in the 30s with frequent cloud cover, but no more precipitation expected.
Snow this evening will give way to partly cloudy conditions late. Very cold. Low 13F. Winds NNW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of snow 100%. 1 to 3 inches of snow expected.
The National Weather Service says roads, especially bridges and overpasses, are slick and hazardous. Travel is not advised. The hazardous conditions will continue to impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes.
Atlanta meteorologists say snowfall will accumulate quickly, but will stop before 8 p.m. Then that’s when ice becomes a problem.
Winter Weather Closings in Atlanta
for Fulton County Schools, Wed., Jan. 22 is a remote learning/workday for students & staff. Teachers will provide instructions. All extracurriculars, after-school care, & meetings are canceled. Board Members Gillespie (D1), Gregory (D3), & McCabe (D5) will hold remote community meetings.
Atlanta Public Schools: Out of an abundance of caution due to inclement weather, schools and district offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. – All school, extracurricular, and athletic activities are canceled. – Schools will communicate continued learning plans. – Annual Duty employees are to work remotely.
Looking for something to do in inclement weather? Check out our Atlanta Rainy Weather Guide.