The National Weather Service in Washington, D.C., has provided a detailed forecast for the coming week, including the Christmas Day weather outlook. For those stepping out, it will be a mostly cloudy day with a high near 43 degrees and a light north wind, creating a rather subdued holiday atmosphere.
As the evening descends, the skies will remain mostly clouded with a low around 29 degrees, ensuring a calm and chilly Christmas night. Those planning post-Christmas activities can anticipate partly sunny skies tomorrow, with similar temperature patterns continuing, offering no significant deviation from the generally cool theme of the week.
The weather pattern holds steady with mostly sunny conditions and a high near 47 degrees forecasted for Friday. However, the calm is set to be disrupted, as there is a 30% chance of rain beginning after 1am on Friday night. The low is expected to drop to around 36 degrees, signaling a slight increase in nocturnal temperatures as the week progresses.
Weekend plans may also need to accommodate for the weather, as there is a consistent possibility of rain through Saturday and Sunday. The chance of precipitation on Saturday hovers around 30%, with a moderate increase to 40% by Saturday night. According to the National Weather Service, showers are likely by Sunday, with a cloudy high near 60 and the chance of precipitation reaching a notable 70%.
The pattern extends into early next week with a likelihood of showers continuing on Monday, though the sun might break through, presenting a partly sunny high around 60 degrees. The odds of rain taper off slightly to a 50% chance. By Monday night, skies are predicted to show more clarity, with a partly cloudy atmosphere and a low settling at 42 degrees.
Looking forward to Tuesday, Washington D.C. residents and visitors can expect another chance of rain with partly sunny conditions and a high near 56 degrees, rounding off an unsettled week weather-wise in the capital, where umbrellas may need to be as readily accessible as holiday cheer.
