Washington D.C. residents should keep their umbrellas at hand, as scattered showers are expected to interrupt an otherwise cloud-veiled day. According to the National Weather Service, today's forecast involves intermittent rain, primarily between the morning and late afternoon, with temperatures peaking near a balmy 74 degrees. The calm southeast breeze might bring more than just a hint of spring, as there's a 30% chance for precipitation.

Tonight, the skies over the nation's capital won't be much clearer. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are on the menu, especially between 8 pm and 2 am, with the chance of rain increasing to 50%. While the winds, originating from the southeast, should slacken after midnight, they leave behind a humid night with lows hovering around 61 degrees. Residents looking to enjoy the warm night might want to reconsider, given the unpredictable company of thunderstorms.

However, there's a silver lining in the upcoming forecast for those yearning for sunnier days. The National Weather Service predicts a shift on Thursday, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 79 degrees trying to make an appearance through the stubborn cloud cover. The Northwest winds bring a promise of clearer skies, at a gentle but determined pace of 5 to 9 mph.

As the week progresses, the weather seems as undecided as a politician on the campaign trail. Friday brings back clouds and a 40% chance of showers, primarily after 2 pm, forecasted to continue sporadically into the early hours of Saturday, while setting the stage for a mostly sunny weekend. Despite these bouncing temperatures, from a high of 69 on Friday dipping to a low around 53, Washingtonians can look forward to a generous dose of Vitamin D once the week's rain decides to take its leave.