As Washington D.C. greets its residents with a chilly but mostly clear morning, the latest update from the National Weather Service outlines a week of fairly typical spring weather patterns for the area. Current conditions include a few clouds with temperatures sitting at 50°F and a dew point at a crisp 41°F. The wind is coming from the west at 13 miles per hour giving us a wind chill factor that makes it feel like a slightly cooler 45°F.
As we move into the day, the skies will clear up, making way for sunny conditions with the forecast predicting a high of 72°F. Those venturing outside should be mindful of the northwest wind, which may gust up to 30 mph, adding an extra bite to the air. Tonight, the wind is expected to settle down with a low around 55°F, providing a backdrop of mostly clear skies, according to the National Weather Service.
The weekend brings more sunshine with Sunday and Monday both looking mostly sunny. Sunday's high is expected to climb near 78°F with a northwest wind of 5 to 10 mph, while Monday aims to be even warmer with temperatures nearing 79°F, with a shift in the wind coming from the east and later turning south in the afternoon. As we roll into Monday night, clouds will begin to gather, setting the stage for a more unsettled pattern.
Beginning Tuesday, there's a chance for showers starting after 8 a.m. With approximately 50% chance of precipitation, the showers could be a constant companion throughout the middle of the week. Highs on Tuesday are projected near 71°F, dipping to a low around 61°F at night, when showers are more likely. The precipitation is expected to stick around, with Wednesday bringing similar conditions—a 70% likelihood of showers and a consistent high near 73°F.
Looking ahead, Thursday maintains a 40% chance of showers with a high around 79°F, and by Friday, we'll be partly sunny again with the chance of precipitation dropping to 30% and temperatures peaking at approximately 84°F, signaling perhaps a return to drier conditions to close the week. Adjust your plans accordingly, and stay tuned to your local weather updates for the most current forecasts.
