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Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International

KATL
1,470
Flights/Day
21:57
Local Time
New York
Timezone
1,026ft
Elevation
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Current Conditions
KATL
VFR
25°C
Mostly Cloudy • 3kt • 1018.40"
Observed: 00:52 UTC
VFR — Visual Flight Rules: Clear conditions, no weather delays expected.
Cloud Forecast Convective Activity
12k 8k 4k 0
22:00
15k
11:00
CLR
15:00 PROB
3.5k
Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) CB (storm) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling
FM = From (abrupt change) BECMG = Becoming (gradual) TEMPO = Temporary PROB = Probability %
TAF valid until 02:00 local time
About Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International

Atlanta is a summer thunderstorm hotspot with frequent afternoon convective turbulence. Morning flights offer smoother conditions, and severe turbulence is uncommon.

Is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport turbulent?

Atlanta is one of America's thunderstorm hotspots. The airport experiences frequent convective turbulence during summer months due to its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico and urban heat island effects. Afternoon storms are common from May through September, often causing ground stops and flight delays.

  • Thunderstorm weather occurs approximately 75 days per year
  • Summer storms follow a predictable cycle: muggy mornings, stormy evenings
  • Urban heat island effect increases baseline thunderstorm risk
When is the best time to fly from ATL?

Early morning departures (before 10 AM) offer the smoothest conditions, especially during summer. Afternoon flights between 3-7 PM have the highest chance of weather delays due to convective storm development. Late fall and early winter (October-November) are the calmest seasons overall.

What causes turbulence at Atlanta?

The primary cause is convective thunderstorms fueled by Gulf moisture and the urban heat island effect. The flat terrain means no mountain wave turbulence, but frontal systems in spring and fall can bring additional rough air. Summer heat creates thermal updrafts that cause bumpy low-altitude flights.

Is turbulence at Atlanta dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Atlanta?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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23:00
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23:05
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23:05
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23:10
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23:35
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23:35
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23:40
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23:45
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23:45
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CV CV6101
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