Light drizzle and fog are present across the Washington D.C. region this morning, with the National Weather Service (NWS) reporting 93% humidity. Visibility is reduced to three miles, and drivers are advised to use headlights and proceed with caution. Temperatures are in the low 60s, contributing to a cool and humid start to the day.
The forecast indicates a likelihood of showers overnight and into early Sunday, with cloudy skies expected to continue through the weekend. Daytime temperatures are forecast to reach only the mid-60s, accompanied by northeast winds that may gust up to 29 mph. The NWS advises that conditions will remain breezy and damp, with light, persistent drizzle throughout the period.
A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued, alerting to a Gale Warning in effect for the Chesapeake Bay and lower tidal Potomac River from Cobb Point to Smith Point through tonight. Additionally, St. Mary's County should prepare for potential coastal flooding this afternoon into the evening.
Looking ahead, showers may persist into Monday night, but the forecast shows a transition beginning Tuesday with mostly sunny skies and a high near 71 degrees. The remainder of the week is expected to feature clear nights and sunny days, with a gradual decrease in overnight temperatures consistent with seasonal trends.
No additional hazardous weather is expected after today's conditions clear. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, monitoring advisories from the National Weather Service is recommended, as weather conditions are subject to change.
