Showers and storms: 1-2 inches of rain possible this weekend

Severe Threat Level Sunday May 10

ATLANTA — Friday was mainly dry for metro Atlanta -- but get ready for rain to possibly affect your weekend plans.

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Severe Weather Team 2 meteorologist Brad Nitz said the risk of showers and storms increases throughout Saturday afternoon.

Much of north Georgia is under a level 1 threat for severe storms Saturday. On Mother's Day, the chance for severe weather rises to a level 2 threat.

We're using the most advanced weather technology to pinpoint the areas that could see the strongest storms, on Channel 2 Action News Saturday AM, starting at 6 a.m.

Scattered severe storms, wind gusts of over 60 mph and hail are all possible Sunday.

A total of 1 to 2 inches of rain is possible by Sunday night.

High temperatures will be in the low 80s and high 70s.