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A winter storm is bringing accumulating snow to metro Atlanta and north Georgia, with heavier amounts in the east (3–6 inches) and lighter totals to the west, along with bitter cold and strong winds; travel hazards are rising as GDOT prepares to plow and flights are affected.
North Georgia districts announced Tuesday closures or virtual days due to icy conditions and outages, with Banks, Clarke, Habersham, Jackson, Rabun, Union and White counties canceling in-person classes; Buford City, Dawson, Fannin, Gainesville City, Hall, Lumpkin, Madison and Pickens going virtual; a few districts (Gilmer, Forsyth, Polk) delaying by two hours (Clay County, NC also listed) as updates continue.
Several north Georgia districts are deciding Monday’s schedule due to weather, with some canceling in-person classes and others moving to virtual learning; affected districts include City Schools of Decatur, DeKalb County, Fannin, Fulton, Gilmer, Habersham, Rabun, Towns, and Union counties, with decisions set for Monday, Jan. 26, 2026.
A developing winter storm is headed for north Georgia this weekend, bringing freezing rain, sleet and possibly up to 4 inches of sleet and snow in far-north areas. A winter storm watch is in effect Friday night through Monday for numerous counties, with the greatest impact Saturday into Sunday and lingering into Monday. Expect travel disruptions and potential power outages as meteorologists monitor timing; FEMA is also monitoring a nationwide major winter event and advises preparedness.
The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Watch for several north Georgia counties ahead of a potential weekend storm bringing a mix of snow, sleet and ice, which could create hazardous travel and possibly disrupt the Monday morning commute; residents are urged to delay travel and prep now.
A winter storm watch is in effect Friday night through Monday morning for multiple North Georgia counties, with potential for a wintry mix including snow, sleet and freezing rain. Totals could reach up to 4 inches of snow/sleet and more than 0.25 inch of ice. Counties affected include Dade, Walker, Catoosa, Whitfield, Murray, Fannin, Gilmer, Union, Towns, Chattooga, Gordon, Pickens, Dawson, Lumpkin, White, Floyd, Bartow, Cherokee, Forsyth, Hall and Banks. The watch may be adjusted farther south as confidence grows, and the piece also explains the differences between winter storm watch, advisory and warning.
Forecasters warn North Georgia could see a wintry mix this weekend as cold air from the north meets tropical moisture from the south; timing remains uncertain with rain, freezing rain, and snow possible, and meteorologists will monitor conditions hour by hour, with the main window envisioned for late Saturday into Sunday.
The USDA plans to distribute nearly 700,000 oral rabies vaccines across North Georgia through helicopter and airplane airdrops on October 14-15 and 21-28, targeting raccoons to curb rabies spread following recent cases in metro Atlanta. Residents are advised not to touch the bait, which is safe for animals but not humans or pets, and to ensure their pets are vaccinated against rabies.
On Monday, a partial solar eclipse will be visible in north Georgia, starting at 1:45 p.m. and reaching its maximum at 3:04 p.m. Some schools have adjusted schedules, and safety glasses compliant with ISO 12312-2 are recommended for viewing. The next total solar eclipse visible in Georgia will occur on August 12, 2045 over southwest Georgia, with subsequent opportunities in 2052 and 2078.
North Georgia is preparing for a bitterly cold weekend as an arctic blast brings dangerously low temperatures and wind chills near zero on Saturday morning, with high temperatures staying below freezing. Residents are advised to take precautions as the region braces for the cold snap before a shift to rainy and warmer weather early next week.
Several school districts and organizations in Georgia have announced closings, delays, or remote learning for Wednesday due to an impending arctic blast bringing dangerously low temperatures and significant wind chills. A Wind Chill Advisory has been issued for numerous areas, and warming centers and shelters have been opened in North Georgia and metro Atlanta counties.
A level 3 out of 5 risk for severe storms, including the possibility of brief spin-up tornadoes, is forecasted for Friday across north Georgia as another strong weather system moves in from the central US. The severe weather risk will be elevated across the region, with the potential for damaging 60 mph wind gusts. Showers are expected to move in Friday morning, with the severe risk increasing during the afternoon hours, but the system is expected to bring less rain overall.
Severe storms in north Georgia have caused power outages and damage, with downed trees being a major issue. A tornado watch has been issued for several counties in the region. The storms are primarily bringing heavy rain and strong wind gusts, with a slight risk of tornadoes.
North Georgia is at Level 1 risk for severe storms and isolated tornadoes on Tuesday, with heavy rain, damaging wind gusts, and a low but not zero chance of a brief tornado. The rain will start in the morning and continue throughout the day, potentially causing a wet commute. Stay updated with WSBTV.com and Channel 2 Action News for the latest information on the timing and impacts of the storms.
North Georgia is expected to experience a change in weather with light rain and cooler temperatures moving in by Wednesday morning, causing wet roads for the morning commute. The rain will clear out by late morning and early afternoon, but temperatures will remain cooler with highs in the mid-50s. The rain is expected to persist through the end of the workweek.