GA 2020 Easter Weather Forecast: Tornadoes, Hail Possible Sunday

GEORGIA — Easter Sunday this year may include severe storms, according to the National Weather Service.

A hazardous weather outlook was issued for much of Georgia for Sunday due to an enhanced risk of severe thunderstorms expected. The National Weather Service said "environmental conditions indicate a possible severe weather outbreak for the forecast area."

Damaging wind gusts, large hail, and strong, long-track tornadoes are all possible hazards for Sunday.

In addition, a risk of flash flooding will also be present with two to three inches of rain forecast over north Georgia over a 36-hour period with higher amounts likely in areas where strong thunderstorms persist for prolonged period of time.

Additionally, a red flag warning has been issued for north and central Georgia for potential fire hazards.

The combination of low relative humidity and gusty winds Friday afternoon and evening will create dangerous fire weather conditions, the National Weather Service said.

This warning includes the Chattahoochee and Oconee National Forests. A red flag warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring, or will occur within 24 hours.

Refer to the local burn permitting authorities on whether you may burn outdoors. If you do burn outside, use extreme caution.

Easter Weekend Forecast

Friday afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 62. North wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Friday night

Clear, with a low around 41. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph.

Saturday

Sunny, with a high near 69. North wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon.

Saturday night

Showers likely after 2 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. Southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent.

Sunday

Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Some storms could be severe. High near 70. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100 percent.

Sunday night

Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Some storms could be severe. Low around 61. Chance of precipitation is 100 percent.

Monday

A slight chance of thunderstorms before 8 a.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 70. Chance of precipitation is 10 percent.

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