Widespread 1–2 Inches of Rain Expected Across North and Central Georgia Saturday Night Into Sunday as Cooler Wedge Sets Up Behind Warm Front

GEORGIA — A widespread rainfall event is set to move into north and central Georgia Saturday night, with rain becoming more widespread and heavier through Sunday, as a developing low-pressure system tracks across the Southeast.

Forecast guidance indicates 1 to 2 inches of rain are currently expected across much of the region, with rainfall probabilities running 80–90% area-wide during this time frame.

Rain Expands Northward Into Georgia This Weekend

The system will push moisture northward into Georgia Saturday evening, with coverage increasing overnight and peaking Sunday.

Areas likely to see steady rainfall include:

• Atlanta
• Athens
• Macon
• Columbus
• Rome
• Gainesville
• Augusta (central sections)

The rainfall shield extends across much of central and northern Georgia, with the heaviest totals likely where moisture converges near the developing surface low and frontal boundary.

1–2 Inches Possible With High Rain Chances

Current projections suggest:

• 1–2 inches of total rainfall
• 80–90% chance of measurable rain
• Periods of steady, widespread precipitation Sunday

Localized higher totals cannot be ruled out if heavier bands develop along the frontal boundary.

While widespread flooding is not specifically indicated at this time, saturated ground conditions and persistent rainfall may lead to ponding in low-lying or poorly drained areas.

Wedge Pattern Could Bring Cooler Temperatures

Behind the rainfall, a wedge pattern is expected to set up over the Northeast and extend southward.

This will likely cause:

• Cooler temperatures north of the warm front
• Persistent cloud cover
• A noticeable temperature difference between north Georgia and areas farther south

Cold air damming setups, commonly referred to as “the wedge,” often bring damp, chilly conditions to north Georgia, particularly around:

• Metro Atlanta
• Northeast Georgia foothills
• North Georgia mountains

What to Expect Sunday

Sunday is shaping up to be the wettest day of the weekend, especially across north and central Georgia.

Residents should prepare for:

• Extended periods of rain
• Reduced visibility during heavier showers
• Slick road conditions
• Cooler temperatures north of the warm front

Travelers should monitor updated forecasts as the system evolves. Stay with WaldronNews.com for continued Southeast weather updates as this weekend system approaches Georgia.