A Winter Weather Advisory will take effect this evening for Southern Maryland and the Fredericksburg area. The National Weather Service expects 1 to 2 inches of snow, with up to 3 inches in some areas. Commuters should prepare for slippery roads and reduced visibility.
A weather advisory will begin late evening and continue through the night. "Accumulating snow is expected," and travel may be impacted. Spotters are asked to "submit snow and ice accumulation measurements to the National Weather Service," as stated by the National Weather Service.
Snow is expected early Saturday, likely before 7 a.m., with a high near 35°F and clearing skies afterward. Temperatures will drop to 23°F overnight, but Sunday will be sunny with a high of 36°F. The rest of the week will be clear and dry, with no hazardous weather expected after Saturday. Residents should prepare for the snow on Friday night and Saturday morning, according to the National Weather Service.
