This morning, Friday, February 27, 2026, Washington, D.C. woke up to shallow fog and mist clinging to low spots, with temperatures near 36°F at Reagan National Airport. Visibility dropped below a mile in some neighborhoods along the Potomac and around the National Mall, slowing down the early commute. The gray start will not last long, though, with fog expected to lift by mid-morning and mostly sunny skies pushing afternoon highs to around 53°F.
Foggy Mornings, Sunny Afternoons
Patchy fog should hang around between about 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. before giving way to a brighter, milder day, according to the National Weather Service. Light southeast breezes around 3 mph will keep conditions calm, and most of the region should see solid clearing by midday.
Saturday Warmup
On Saturday, February 28, 2026, the warm-up kicks in a bit more, with sunshine and a high near 61°F, and many spots likely reaching the low 60s. Another round of patchy morning fog could show up before the sun takes over, but winds are expected to stay light from the south.
Heads-Up For Monday And Tuesday
Looking ahead, forecasters flag a low-confidence chance of a wintry mix Monday, March 2, 2026, into Tuesday, March 3, 2026, as marginal daytime temperatures in the 30s could support brief snow or freezing rain. If any precipitation lines up with near-freezing air, higher elevations and bridges could see some slick patches, though impacts remain uncertain and may be short-lived. An update on the developing pattern was published Thursday, and we will follow any advisories closely.
What To Do
Plan on a little extra time behind the wheel this morning, keep your low beams on in the fog, and ease off the gas if visibility suddenly drops. Before any Monday or Tuesday travel, give the latest forecasts a look; we will pass along updates if the National Weather Service issues advisories.
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