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29°
Clear
Feels Like: 25°
Min: 25°
Max: 38°
The next few hours will be clear, with today reaching 38°C and dropping to 21°C. The coming days will be mostly cloudy
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19:14
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13:32
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22:26
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Weather in Atlanta today, September 17, 2026
Atlanta sees a largely clear day on September 17, 2026, interrupted by cloudier skies around 17:00. Plan for bright conditions either side of that cloudier interval. The morning looks comparatively open, with cloud near 19% around 01:00. Early outdoor plans have a better chance of staying dry and bright.
Temperatures climb from an overnight low near 25°C toward a daytime high of about 38°C. Moisture in the air spans 24%-89%, with the highest values around 07:00. Expect gentle winds, highest near 18:00 at 5.3 km/h.
Through the afternoon skies look more workable, with cloud near 32% around 17:00. Later outdoor plans have a clearer window than the morning may have suggested. Visibility stays generally good near 16.1 km on average, though it can drop toward 15.6 km in thicker cloud or showers. Sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 19:14, giving 12 hours 7 minutes of sunlight today.
In short, September 17, 2026 looks like a fine day in Atlanta for being outside, peaking around 38°C.
Frequently asked questions about weather in Atlanta
How warm does it get in Atlanta?
The warmest month in Atlanta is July, with average high temperatures of 35°C. The average temperature during this period is around 29°C.
How cold does it get in Atlanta?
The coldest month in Atlanta is January, with average low temperatures of 4°C. The average temperature during this period is around 8°C.
What is the wettest time of year in Atlanta?
The wettest month in Atlanta is April, with an average of 193mm of precipitation.
What is the driest time of year in Atlanta?
The driest month in Atlanta is September, with an average of 69mm of precipitation.
