Washington D.C. residents woke to a Freeze Warning that extended until 9 a.m. EDT. According to the National Weather Service, sub-freezing temperatures in the upper 20s and lower 30s were expected, with the admonishment that "Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing."
The D.C. area will warm up after the cold morning, with sunny skies and highs near 64 today, rising to near 80 by Thursday. Despite the brief warmth, the National Weather Service advises protecting plants and pipes, as temperatures will fluctuate and there's a 30% chance of showers Thursday night.
Come nighttime, the weather is predicted to remain mostly clear with lows around 43 - a stark contrast to the day's sunny reprieve - and tomorrow night is anticipated to maintain the above-freezing trend, offering lows around 52, according to National Weather Service reports. The weather outlook remains without notable hazards following today's freeze warning, granting a period of respite from any immediate weather-induced concerns for the area's residents and travelers through next Sunday.
For those navigating the waters nearby, the outlook extends to the Maryland portion of the Chesapeake Bay, Tidal Potomac River, and the surrounding inland waters, with no hazardous weather anticipated.
