Cobb County Faces 80% Chance of Storms Wednesday, Cooler Weekend Ahead

Residents in Cobb County can expect mild conditions at the start of the week, with a shift toward wetter weather by Wednesday and cooler air by the weekend. The National Weather Service forecasts partly sunny skies for Monday, November 2, 2026, with temperatures reaching near 72 degrees. East winds will blow around 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 20 mph. Conditions are expected to remain stable through Tuesday, which will see partly sunny skies and a high near 74 degrees.

The weather pattern changes on Wednesday, when the chance of precipitation rises to 80 percent. The forecast calls for a chance of showers before 10 a.m., followed by showers and thunderstorms between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Showers and possibly a thunderstorm are expected to continue after 1 p.m., with the high temperature remaining near 72 degrees. Southeast winds will range from 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph. Rain activity may persist into the early hours of Thursday, with showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 1 a.m. and a chance of showers and thunderstorms thereafter.

Temperatures will begin to dip by Thursday. The day will feature a 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 1 p.m., with a high near 74 degrees. Thursday night will be partly cloudy with a low around 52 degrees. Friday will be mostly sunny with a high near 72 degrees, but the cold front will push temperatures down further. Friday night will be mostly clear with a low near 46 degrees.

The weekend forecast indicates cooler conditions for outdoor activities. Saturday is expected to be sunny with a high near 69 degrees, while Saturday night will be partly cloudy with a low around 43 degrees. Sunday will be mostly sunny, with the high temperature falling to 68 degrees. The overnight low on Saturday night represents the coolest part of the week, dropping to the lower 40s.

The National Weather Service also released updated climate figures for metro Atlanta for October 2026. These data compare the previous month’s weather against a 30-year average to identify deviations. The National Ocean Service defines weather as daily conditions, such as a specific day being sunny and 75 degrees or snowy and 20 degrees. Climate, in contrast, refers to the long-term average of that weather over time and space. This distinction is important when discussing changes in long-term averages, as opposed to day-to-day fluctuations.

The National Weather Service operates under the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Its mandate includes providing forecasts, warnings, and impact-based decision support services for the United States and its territories. The agency aims to protect life and property while enhancing the national economy by building a society prepared for weather, water, and climate events.

The forecast data is centered on Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta. For the immediate future, commuters should plan for potential rain delays on Wednesday and prepare for colder layers by Friday evening.