Washington D.C. residents can look forward to a mix of sun and clouds with a pleasant high of 84 degrees today. An east wind traveling at a mild 6 to 10 mph should keep things comfortable. Heading into the evening, temperatures are expected to dip to around 60 degrees, maintaining that gentle Northeast breeze at about 6 to 8 mph, as reported by the National Weather Service.
As the new week rolls in, Monday's skies should stay partly sunny, but there's a small chance of rain come afternoon — the NWS puts it at 20%. The temperature will hover near 78 degrees with winds from the Northeast at around 9 mph. By nighttime, those odds jump to 60%, with rain likely after 2 am and the mercury dropping to a low of 66 degrees.
On Tuesday, things take a decidedly soggy turn. The NWS forecasts steady rain throughout the day, which could get heavy at times, with highs peaking around 73 degrees aided by a continuous Northeast wind of about 11 mph. There's an 80% chance that rain and thunderstorms will hit before 8 pm, followed by potential showers and thunderstorms that could bring their own dose of heavy rainfall as the night progresses. The low is set to stay at a consistent 68 degrees.
Midweek forecasts suggest a continuation of the pattern, with a 60% chance of showers and possible thunderstorms come Wednesday afternoon. The day should be cloudy with a high near 77, not giving much of a break in the humidity. Come Wednesday night, the chances for showers and thunderstorms hovers at 50%, according to the NWS, with lows expected around 68 degrees.
Looking ahead, the weather pattern seems reluctant to shift. Thursday's forecast mirrors the previous days, with a 50% chance of showers and highs in the mid-70s. Nightfall brings a slight decrease in the likelihood of rain, down to 40%, and temperatures are predicted to sit at around 66 degrees. Come Friday, those chances hold steady both during the day and into the evening hours, barely nudging for Saturday when partly sunny skies and a high near 73 degrees accompany that ongoing 30% shot at rain.
For a detailed look at the weather forecast for the coming week in Washington D.C., you can view the full report on the National Weather Service website.
