Washington D.C. is bracing for a bout of inclement weather with the National Weather Service forecasting a slew of showers and thunderstorms set to sweep through the region, starting tonight. Residents can expect the calm before the storm today with a high reaching near 78 degrees, and light winds becoming southerly in the afternoon. However, that tranquility is but a prelude to the 70% chance of precipitation tonight, which is forecasted to bring showers likely after 11 pm.
As reported by the National Weather Service, the skies will remain cloudy Wednesday with early showers and a high near 76 degrees. Also stirring concern, a Coastal Flood Advisory is now in effect, warning of up to one foot of inundation above ground level due to tidal flooding in low lying areas, including parts of the District of Columbia, Arlington County, and the City of Alexandria.
The advisory, which has been extended until 2 AM EDT Wednesday, highlights the risks posed by shoreline inundation along the seawall adjacent to Ohio Drive, and the Hains Point Loop Road, as well as near the Tidal Basin and Jefferson Memorial in Washington D.C. In Alexandria, water is expected to approach the curb near the intersection of King Street and Strand Street. "If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed," the National Weather Service cautions, suggesting that residents should not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth and should protect flood-prone property.
Looking ahead, Thursday promises even more precipitation with showers and potential thunderstorms after 5 pm, bringing gusty south winds. The likelihood of rain does not abate as we transition into the night, with a breezy forecast that calls for showers and a possible thunderstorm before tapering off Friday morning. The weekend, in contrast, Shape to be more forgiving to those with outdoor plans, offering mostly sunny skies and gradual warming—culminating in a pleasant high near 74 on Sunday.
