The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies here in Cobb County for Saturday June 4. However the NWS has also issued a hazardous weather outlook because of the possibility of strong isolated thunderstorms.
7-day forecast
This forecast is centered on Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta.
Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 63. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday
Sunny, with a high near 86. East wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph.
Sunday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 65. East wind around 5 mph.
Monday
A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Sunny, with a high near 86. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph.
Monday Night
A 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 67.
Tuesday
A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 88.
Tuesday Night
A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69.
Wednesday
A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 89.
Wednesday Night
A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70.
Thursday
A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89.
Thursday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 68.
Friday
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88.
May 2022 climate summary for Atlanta area
The climate report shows how much departure from the average temperatures a month has. The average temperature for a date is the average over a 30-year period.
| Date | Maximum | Minimum | Average | Departure from Norm | Precipitation |
| 2022-05-01 | 81 | 65 | 73 | 5.7 | 0 |
| 2022-05-02 | 86 | 65 | 75.5 | 8 | 0 |
| 2022-05-03 | 86 | 66 | 76 | 8.2 | 0 |
| 2022-05-04 | 87 | 64 | 75.5 | 7.4 | 0.41 |
| 2022-05-05 | 87 | 67 | 77 | 8.7 | 0 |
| 2022-05-06 | 80 | 67 | 73.5 | 4.9 | 0.15 |
| 2022-05-07 | 69 | 60 | 64.5 | -4.4 | 0 |
| 2022-05-08 | 69 | 54 | 61.5 | -7.7 | T |
| 2022-05-09 | 73 | 53 | 63 | -6.4 | 0 |
| 2022-05-10 | 82 | 57 | 69.5 | -0.2 | 0 |
| 2022-05-11 | 84 | 60 | 72 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022-05-12 | 85 | 64 | 74.5 | 4.3 | 0 |
| 2022-05-13 | 79 | 65 | 72 | 1.5 | T |
| 2022-05-14 | 82 | 63 | 72.5 | 1.8 | 0 |
| 2022-05-15 | 86 | 66 | 76 | 5 | T |
| 2022-05-16 | 87 | 66 | 76.5 | 5.2 | 0 |
| 2022-05-17 | 85 | 60 | 72.5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022-05-18 | 88 | 63 | 75.5 | 3.7 | 0 |
| 2022-05-19 | 90 | 70 | 80 | 8 | 0 |
| 2022-05-20 | 88 | 69 | 78.5 | 6.2 | 0 |
| 2022-05-21 | 89 | 71 | 80 | 7.5 | 0 |
| 2022-05-22 | 88 | 70 | 79 | 6.2 | 0.02 |
| 2022-05-23 | 78 | 68 | 73 | 0 | 1.47 |
| 2022-05-24 | 84 | 68 | 76 | 2.7 | T |
| 2022-05-25 | 80 | 68 | 74 | 0.5 | 0.2 |
| 2022-05-26 | 76 | 69 | 72.5 | -1.3 | 0.18 |
| 2022-05-27 | 82 | 66 | 74 | 0 | T |
| 2022-05-28 | 81 | 60 | 70.5 | -3.7 | 0 |
| 2022-05-29 | 86 | 68 | 77 | 2.5 | 0 |
| 2022-05-30 | 89 | 68 | 78.5 | 3.8 | T |
| 2022-05-31 | 87 | 67 | 77 | 2.1 | 0 |
| Sum | 2574 | 2007 | |||
| Average | 83.03 | 64.7 | 73.9 | ||
| Normal | 81.1 | 61.3 | 71.2 |
For much more information on the climate in our area, visit the NWS Climate FAQ for the Atlanta area.
About the National Weather Service
The National Weather Service (NWS) is a part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
The NWS describes its role as follows:
The National Weather Service (NWS) provides weather, water, and climate forecasts and warnings for the United States, its territories, adjacent waters and ocean areas, for the protection of life and property and the enhancement of the national economy. These services include Forecasts and Observations, Warnings, Impact-based Decision Support Services, and Education in an effort to build a Weather-Ready Nation. The ultimate goal is to have a society that is prepared for and responds to weather, water and climate events.
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