What to Wear in Atlanta
Atlanta has all four seasons but a long, humid summer. Spring and fall are pleasant. Winter has occasional snow but is usually just cool. The right wardrobe handles the long humid summer and the brief but real winter.
What to wear in Atlanta today
Today's answer depends on today's conditions, so the specific outfit comes from the live reading for Atlanta rather than from this page. Check what to wear right now, or read on for what stays true here whatever the date.
Three things move the answer in Atlanta more than the forecast number does: the feels-like temperature rather than the air temperature, how long you will be outside, and whether you run warm or cold. Humid subtropical conditions make that gap wider here than the daily high suggests.
Pollen is intense in spring. Atlanta is consistently among the highest-pollen cities in the US. Tightly woven smooth fabrics shed pollen better than fleecy ones. Change clothes when coming inside on high-pollen days.
See also what to wear right now, do I need a jacket today and how to dress when the temperature swings.
Winter in Atlanta
December through February. 45-60°F highs, 30-45°F lows. Mild with occasional cold snaps and rare snow. Wool coat or insulated jacket for the cold weeks.
Spring in Atlanta
March through May. 60-80°F. Pollen is severe — fabric choice matters for allergy sufferers.
Summer in Atlanta
June through September. 80-95°F with high humidity. Linen, lightweight cotton, sun protection, hydration. AC layering.
Fall in Atlanta
October through November. 60-80°F. The best season. Layered fall pieces.
Local tips
Pollen is intense in spring. Atlanta is consistently among the highest-pollen cities in the US. Tightly woven smooth fabrics shed pollen better than fleecy ones. Change clothes when coming inside on high-pollen days.