The National Weather Service in Washington D.C. reports a stretch of increasing clouds today with a high nearing 88 degrees, as calm winds from the south pick up between 5 to 7 mph in the morning, this shift in weather could bring about a subtle yet appreciable change in the day's mood despite the lack of rain to rinse the summer heat from the city's streets, in a forecast update published early this morning.
As the evening approaches, the skies are expected to clear with the temperature dropping to a comfortable 64 degrees, the southeast wind calming as dusk falls over the capital could provide a respite to those who've bared the brunt of the midday swelter, making for an ideal night of leisurely strolls or quiet contemplation under the cosmic gallery that is our night sky.
For those planning ahead, Sunday's outlook is bright and sunny with highs cresting at 91 degrees; a gentle southwest breeze will give way to a more pronounced south wind of 5 to 9 mph as morning unfolds into the afternoon, according to the forecast from the National Weather Service.
The start of the work week brings similar conditions with Monday continuing the streak of sunshine and high temperatures nudging a scorching 92 degrees, though come nightfall, there’s a slight 20% chance of showers and perhaps an accompanying thunderstorm before 11pm; a gentle reminder that nature holds its own even in the steady drumbeat of our human endeavors, as the heatwaves serve to assert the summer's refusal to go gently into the good night of fall.
For those who enjoy the heat, Wednesday could be the highlight of the week with temperatures reaching around 97 degrees. However, those preferring milder weather might look forward to later in the week, though even Friday's cooler forecast still has highs near 89 degrees.
