SAVANNAH, Ga. () – Welcome to the dawn of 2026! As we usher in the New Year, Savannah enjoys a delightful blend of sunshine and typical seasonal temperatures. Today’s highs will settle comfortably in the low 60s, perfectly aligned with January norms, under clear skies. Tonight brings a chill with temperatures dipping into the lower 40s, a relief from freezing conditions.

The warming trend extends into tomorrow, with temperatures set to rise to the mid-60s. By Saturday, the mercury will climb further, reaching the upper 60s. However, expect increasing cloud cover from Friday into Saturday, heralding a higher likelihood of rain. Scattered showers are anticipated on Saturday, with the potential for some heavy downpours. Rainfall estimates suggest accumulation between half an inch and one inch. Fortunately, flooding is not a concern, and the anticipated rain will be a welcome reprieve for areas still grappling with moderate to severe drought.

On Sunday, a few lingering light showers might persist into the morning, but the day promises to clear up gradually. Temperatures will ease back to more familiar levels, with highs in the low 60s, complemented by a mix of sun and clouds.

As we move into the first full week of 2026, the warming trend resumes. Monday will be bright with highs in the mid-60s, climbing to the upper 60s by Tuesday. By Wednesday, expect a return to the low 70s, bathed in uninterrupted sunshine.

Overall, it’s a promising start to 2026.