Will it rain in
Atlanta today?
Live hourly rain forecast and run verdict for Atlanta, Georgia, US.
Running in Atlanta means battling the South's oppressive summer humidity and sudden afternoon thunderstorms. Whether it's a sticky morning on the BeltLine, a spring downpour flooding Piedmont Park, or a rare icy day that shuts the city down, knowing whether to head out before you lace up matters. RainOrRun checks live conditions in Atlanta right now and gives you an instant verdict — plus the best hourly window if the weather's on the fence. We'll also recommend the right gear for whatever Atlanta's southern heat is throwing at you today.
What to wear
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How often does it rain in Atlanta?
Atlanta records around 1549mm of rain a year, spread across about 141 days — roughly 39% of all days, or 12 days in an average month. In practice that makes rain a regular feature of running in Atlanta rather than an exception — close to one day in two. A decent waterproof and a peaked cap earn their place in the kit bag year-round.
The wettest month is July, averaging 179mm across about 17 rainy days. The driest is October, with 93mm over roughly 8 days. Average lows in January drop to 2°C, cold enough that gloves, a headband and a thermal base layer make a real difference on early runs. At the other end, July averages 30.9°C highs — hot enough that early morning and evening are the sensible windows, and hydration matters more than waterproofing.
Those are ten-year averages, not a forecast. What actually matters on the day is the next twelve hours — which is what the live verdict and hourly strip at the top of this page are for.
| Month | Rainfall | Rainy days | Avg high | Avg low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 134mm | 10 | 11.3°C | 2°C |
| February | 148mm | 12 | 14.6°C | 4.7°C |
| March | 125mm | 12 | 18.1°C | 7.6°C |
| April | 119mm | 10 | 21.8°C | 10.6°C |
| May | 123mm | 12 | 26.4°C | 15.8°C |
| June | 117mm | 14 | 29.7°C | 19.9°C |
| July | 179mm | 17 | 30.9°C | 21.8°C |
| August | 150mm | 17 | 30.3°C | 21.3°C |
| September | 128mm | 10 | 28°C | 18.7°C |
| October | 93mm | 8 | 22.9°C | 12.9°C |
| November | 97mm | 8 | 17.1°C | 7.3°C |
| December | 136mm | 11 | 13.3°C | 4.7°C |
Historical data: Open-Meteo archive, 2015–2024. A “rainy day” means at least 1mm of precipitation.
Running in Atlanta: common questions
Will it rain in Atlanta today?
The forecast card at the top of this page shows Atlanta's rain probability for the current hour, plus an hour-by-hour breakdown for the rest of the day, using live Open-Meteo data. Historically, Atlanta sees rain on about 141 days a year, so on any given day there is roughly a 39% chance of some rain falling.
Is it a good day to run in Atlanta?
RainOrRun scores the live Atlanta forecast on rain probability, rainfall amount, temperature, wind speed and severe weather, then returns a single verdict: Go, Maybe, or Don't Bother. A Maybe means conditions are borderline and it is worth picking your window rather than skipping the run.
What is the best time to run in Atlanta today?
The hourly strip above highlights the best single window of the day for Atlanta — the hour combining the lowest rain probability with the most comfortable temperature. You can also check up to eight days ahead using the date picker if you are planning a long run or a race.
What should I wear running in Atlanta today?
The gear section on this page updates with the live Atlanta forecast: a waterproof jacket and peaked cap when rain probability goes above 40%, a thermal base layer and gloves below 8 degrees Celsius, and a high-vis vest when wind or low light make you harder to see.
What is the wettest month in Atlanta?
July is the wettest month in Atlanta, averaging 179mm of rain across about 17 rainy days. October is the driest, with around 93mm over roughly 8 days. Figures are ten-year averages covering 2015 to 2024.
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