Residents of Washington DC can expect a classic case of spring weather this week, with sunny skies periodically interrupted by showers and potential thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). The NWS forecasts isolated showers and thunderstorms after 2 pm today, with clouds on the increase and high temperatures peaking near a balmy 84 degrees. Though winds could gust as high as 23 mph, the chance of precipitation remains a modest 20%.
Tonight, the district will enjoy partly cloudy skies and cooler temperatures, dipping to around 60 degrees as the northwest winds blow gently between 5 to 8 mph. But keep those umbrellas close because tomorrow's weather looks to be less forgiving. The NWS anticipates "showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 2pm and 5pm," then a dice roll chance of more showers and thunderstorms after 5 pm, with increasing clouds and a high nearing 79 degrees. A northwest wind will persist, maintaining a 5 to 7 mph pace.
Come tomorrow night, the likelihood of rain diminishes, with just a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11 pm. As we head into Thursday, the outlook suggests mainly sunny skies with a slight chance of showers in the afternoon and highs around a comfortable 75 degrees. The winds will pick up slightly, coming from the northwest at 8 to 10 mph.
The latter part of the week should see a return to clearer skies. Friday's forecast shines with full sunshine and highs again approximating 75 degrees, making it an ideal day to enjoy the city's outdoor activities. Friday night will also be mostly clear, with a low around 55, according to the NWS. The pleasant weather is set to linger through the weekend, with sunny days and partly cloudy nights, as temperatures gradually ascend, potentially hitting a high of 85 degrees by Monday.
