Capital residents are bracing for an unpredictable week of weather, starting with a clear morning that's set to quickly warm up. According to the National Weather Service, folks in Washington D.C. could enjoy temperatures rising to a comfortable high near 78 degrees today after a brief spell of patchy fog lifts by 8 a.m. Washingtonians can expect to head out with a light jacket in the cool 53°F morning, but might opt to leave it behind as the sun climbs.
However, the situation is slated to change tomorrow, with the weather taking a turn as showers and possible thunderstorms are on the horizon. "A chance of showers, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2pm," forecasts the National Weather Service. The humidity, sitting at a high 89%, could likely give way to precipitation with a 70% chance of rain during the day, which is expected to increase to 90% come nightfall.
Residents will need to keep their umbrellas at the ready through midweek, as showers and potential thunderstorms continue into Wednesday. The National Weather Service warns of a 70% chance of precipitation and more thunderstorms possibly brewing after 2 p.m. The trend continues with possible showers and thunderstorms before 8 p.m. on Wednesday night, with partly cloudy skies ushering in a low around 60°F.
The back-and-forth between sullen skies and brief spots of sun will persist, with Thursday showing up as partly sunny and a high near 76. Unfortunately, relief looks to be brief as the week'll close with more showers and thunderstorms hinted for Friday afternoon. "A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm," the National Weather Service forewarned. With a mix of mostly cloudy days and partly cloudy nights, temperatures will hover around the mid-60s to high 70s throughout the week.
Weekend plans should be flexible, as Saturday and Sunday both carry a 50% and 30% chance of storms, respectively. Whether attending outdoor events or simply navigating the city, Washingtonians should stay weather-aware. Despite potential rains, the weekend temperatures promise to provide a mild setting for those ventures brave enough to face the capricious skies.
