Enjoy The Big A with good weather, less traffic, and must-see events.

First, get to know the tourist flow.

Spring, the shoulder season, is the best time for good weather, smaller crowds, and sports.

Ice and snow on the ground on Auburn Avenue in Atlanta, facing west towards the downtown skyline and setting sun at dusk.

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It does get chilly i.e., daily highs in the 50s but the restaurants are warm and comfortable.

No matter when you visit Atlanta, book tickets to events and attractions before you go.

Macquarrie agrees that fall, in particular, is amazing.

Greenway paved hiking trail in Atlanta suburbs

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Spring events include theAtlanta Jazz Festival, theAtlanta Dogwood Festival, and theAtlanta Film Festival.

Worst Times to Visit Atlanta

Avoid Atlanta’s hottest summer days if possible.

July temperatures can reach between 85 and 95 degrees, and the average humidity is 75 percent or higher.

fall colored leaves along the river with skyscrapers in Atlanta

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