Flood Watch in Effect Through Christmas Morning

Peachtree City GA -- A flood watch for much of metro Atlanta remains in effect through 7 am Christmas morning, as the jet stream continues to bring unseasonably warm and wet weather into our communities for late December.

The National Weather Service says between two and five inches of rainfall are possible by Christmas morning. Severe thunderstorms are also possible, especially Wednesday into Thursday.

Forecasters are especially concerned about rainfall Tuesday night into Wednesday, warning that creeks and rivers could flood their banks due to the extra precipitation.

The heavy rainfall is expected to cause sporadic flooding of streets, as well, the NWS says.

Accuweather is forecasting light rain on Tuesday, with a high of 68. Periods of rain are possible tonight along with heavy fog, and a low of 62. Heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast for Wednesday, with a high of 70.