The National Weather Service is forecasting another typically steamy summer week for Washington, D.C., with a mix of sunshine, clouds, and periodic chances of thunderstorms swinging in to briefly, but perhaps significantly, disrupt outdoor plans. Eyeballing the weather shouldn't be too tricky for the next few days, but do keep an umbrella at arm's reach; there's a touch-and-go pattern of passing showers on the horizon. As posted by the National Weather Service, locals can expect a 40% chance of precipitation with possible thunderstorms setting in post 2pm today. Temperatures are likely to climb near the 91-degree mark, so it'll be another sweltering afternoon on the books.
As the evening rolls in, there's a forecasted 30% chance that showers and thunderstorms will grace us with their presence before giving way to a calmer night. The weather service anticipates mostly cloudy skies with a mild low hovering around 73 degrees. This pattern of afternoon thunderstorm probabilities and moderately warm nights extends into Thursday, keeping the theme of not-exactly-perfect but also not entirely gloomy summer weather. Washingtonians preparing for Friday can gear up for mostly sunny skies with a slight, 20% chance of showers sneaking in after 2pm. Meanwhile, nights are slated to stay consistently in the low-mid 70s range.
Heading into the weekend, predictions are a bit of a rain-or-shine coin flip. There's a solid chance Saturday afternoon could see some showers, but clouds are expected to clear by the evening, according to the National Weather Service. Come Sunday, the capital is looking at a good dose of sun with high temperatures pushing a slightly more intense 94 degrees. The clear skies at nightfall will lead into a partly cloudy Monday with daytime highs lingering around 91 degrees. In typical summer fashion, there's never a dull moment in D.C.'s weather forecast, and whether you're hitting the streets or planning an al fresco dinner, stay prepped for a change on a dime.
As the cycle of Washington’s summer temperament continues into the early parts of next week, there's a brief window of mostly sunny conditions predicted for Tuesday before the possibility of showers creeps back into the equation. This constant see-sawing between sun and rain is what gives summer in the city its whimsical yet wet character. With the high expected near 87 degrees on Tuesday and the chance of precipitation hanging by a 30% thread, it would seem that the unpredictability is one thing we can reliably count on. So whether you brace yourself with a raincoat or bank on the rays, the upcoming week demands a flexible wardrobe and an equally flexible attitude toward the weather's little surprises.
