With spring in full swing, Washington D.C. is set for a rollercoaster of weather patterns this week. D.C. residents will see a mix of clear skies and rain showers, with temperatures fluctuating across the spectrum. Today's forecast predicts sunny skies and a comfortable high near 60 degrees, following the morning's update at 7:52 am EDT, with a calming north wind traveling at a modest 6 to 10 mph, according to the National Weather Service.
The evening promises a continued stretch of tranquility, mostly clear with the temperature lowering to around 40 degrees. However, the wind will remain light and variable, setting the stage for a pleasant night. As the new week begins, Monday is expected to maintain the calm with mostly sunny skies and a high near 67 — a gentle south wind will take over, blowing at a friendly pace of 5 to 8 mph come morning.
Partly cloudy skies will greet us on Monday night, planning to stick around until at least the middle of the week. The low is expected to hover around 50 degrees with a mild southern wind. Tuesday brings a slight chance of rain cropping up after 2 pm, despite the partially sunny conditions and a high near a warm 75. Rain prospects stand at a 20% chance, inviting us, perhaps, to leave our umbrellas home — but why risk it?
Damp conditions look to dominate from Tuesday night onwards, with the probability of precipitation rising to 40% after 8pm. The trend continues into Wednesday, with a 50% chance of showers amidst mostly cloudy skies and a high near 73. Come Wednesday night, showers are likely, the low resting at around 61, and a 60% chance of getting wet. The forecast for Thursday doesn't let up; the area is bracing for showers, a high near 71 and a breezy atmosphere. The likelihood of precipitation spikes to a soaking 90%. Thursday night will also see showers, with a low around 56 and continued breezes.
Wrapping up the workweek, Friday will likely face more showers with partly sunny intervals, and yes, it'll still be breezy — the raindrops stand a 60% chance of making an appearance. Friday night's chance of showers drops to 30%, together with a partly cloudy sky and a low around 48. By Saturday, expect a sunny encore with a high near 68, though the wind won't seem to have had enough, promised to be just as breezy. For those planning any weekend activities, it looks like Saturday will be your best bet for sunshine.
For more detailed information on what to expect from the unpredictable skies of the nation's capital, you can view the latest updates by clicking through to the National Weather Service's forecast.
