Current Forecast: 4pm on Wednesday, April 2nd 2025

Forecast Discussion

The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Athens from 8pm EDT to Sunday morning. Expect a lot of heavy rain, possible thunderstorms, and potential flooding for the remainder of the week. We may see potentially 5 inches of rain from this as well. Flooding is possible for rivers, creaks, streams, and other low-lying areas. Don’t forget and umbrella, and be careful on roads during this week.

According to the Storm Prediction Center, Athens county is in a slight risk for severe weather tonight and through tomorrow morning. We may see high winds, potential hail, and a slight chance for tornadoes to occur, so be on the lookout for that late tonight.

Detailed Forecast

Tonight it will be mostly cloudy with a 70% chance of late evening heavy showers and thunderstorms. Winds from the S at 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. Low 64°F

Thursday it will be mostly cloudy with an 80% chance of early afternoon heavy showers and thunderstorms. Winds from the W at 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. High 73°F

Thursday Night it will be mostly cloudy with a 90% chance of evening heavy showers and thunderstorms. Winds Variable calm. Low 52°F

Friday it will be mostly cloudy with a 90% chance of late morning heavy showers and thunderstorms. Winds from the NE at 5 to 10 mph. High 61°F

Extended Forecast

Saturday it will be mostly cloudy with a 90% chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 79°F with a low near 60°F

Sunday it will be mostly cloudy with a 90% chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 60°F with a low near 38°F

Monday it will be partly cloudy with no precipitation. High near 55°F with a low near 29°F