Atlanta, Georgia Weather
Atlanta, Georgia — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for Atlanta, Fulton County.
Tides, marine forecast and fishing conditions near Atlanta. Tide source:
Full aviation weather for Atlanta is published on the Fulton County Airport Brown Field (KFTY) page, 13 km away. It carries the current METAR decoded into plain language — surface wind, visibility, cloud layers and ceiling, temperature and dewpoint, and altimeter setting — alongside the raw observation as transmitted. 6 airfields within reach of Atlanta have their own pages, listed below.
The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is shown across its full validity period, with each change group broken out so you can see when conditions are expected to shift. Flight category is derived automatically — VFR, MVFR, IFR or LIFR — from reported ceiling and visibility, with runway details and field elevation alongside. Observations update roughly hourly and forecasts several times a day.
Other airports near Atlanta: Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (KATL) 13 km · DeKalb Peachtree Airport (KPDK) 16 km · Dobbins Air Reserve Base (KMGE) 22 km · Atlanta Speedway Airport (KHMP) 40 km · Peachtree City Falcon Field (KFFC) 47 km
Conditions reported at KFTY describe the airfield itself. Weather 13 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Atlanta specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta is a city built on rolling hills, a landscape that lends a subtle drama to its sprawling urban reach. It lies 5.6 miles north-north-east of East Point, GA (from East Point, GA: bearing 32°T), and is situated 8.0 miles south-south-west of Brookhaven. The terrain, a gently undulating expanse of Piedmont plateau, is crisscrossed by numerous creeks and small rivers, remnants of a time when water was the primary highway. This topography shapes the very character of Atlanta, creating distinct neighborhoods and a sense of varied elevation that catches the light in interesting ways, particularly in the late afternoon when the sun dips low, casting long shadows across the red clay soil. The air here often carries the humid, earthy scent of pine and oak, a constant reminder of the surrounding woodlands that still press in on the edges of the metropolitan area, softening the sharp lines of concrete and glass. The story of Atlanta is one of resilience and reinvention, a narrative deeply rooted in its post-Civil War rebirth. Originally founded as a railroad terminus, its strategic importance in transportation became its lifeblood, fueling its growth through periods of industrialization and innovation. Today, Atlanta's economy is a dynamic blend of sectors, with a strong presence in sectors like film and television production, technology, and logistics, capitalizing on its status as a major transportation hub. The city has skillfully leveraged its history, transforming scars into strengths, and its economic engine continues to hum with a forward-looking energy that belies its past. Atlanta’s cultural landscape is as vibrant and diverse as its population, offering a rich array of experiences. The city boasts professional teams across major leagues, including the NFL's Falcons, the NBA's Hawks, MLB's Braves, and MLS's Atlanta United FC, drawing passionate crowds to their respective venues. Annual events like the Atlanta Jazz Festival and Dragon Con draw visitors from far and wide, celebrating music and fandom. Iconic landmarks such as the Georgia Aquarium and the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park stand as testaments to the city's enduring significance. Renowned institutions like Emory University and Georgia Tech contribute to a lively intellectual atmosphere, while figures like composer Otis Redding and actor Samuel L. Jackson have left indelible marks on the national stage, their creative spirits echoing through the very streets of Atlanta.
Live animated radar for Atlanta and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East · Public domain · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia |
| Coordinates | 33.748995°N, 84.387982°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 30334, 30319, 30322, 30329, 30333 |
| Area Code | 404, 470, 678 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Atlanta, Georgia Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Atlanta, Georgia, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Aviation weather — live METAR observations and TAF forecasts — is published separately on the pages for the nearest reporting airports, linked from the aviation section above. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Atlanta includes coordinates 33.748995°N, 84.387982°W, situated in Fulton County. ZIP code 30334, 30319, 30322, 30329, 30333. Telephone area code: 404, 470, 678. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
