Washington, D.C., residents can expect a brief spell of sunshine today, followed by a week marked by increasing cloud cover and cooler, breezy conditions. According to the National Weather Service, Washington D.C. can expect "a high near 32" with a "north wind around 7 mph" today. As the day unfolds, temperatures are forecasted to gently climb after starting off at a biting 21°F early this morning.
Tonight, Washingtonians will see "increasing clouds, with a low around 19." It's advisable to bundle up as the north wind is predicted to slowly become calm in the evening. Residents should also be ready to potentially dust off their winter boots, as there's "a chance of snow after 1pm" come Friday. The NWS further elaborates that we'll experience "increasing clouds, with a high near 35" and that the calm wind will turn to come from the south around 5 mph in the afternoon.
However, the weekend heralds a significant shift, with Friday night promising only a slight chance of snow showers before 1 am. The shift will manifest as "cloudy, then gradually becoming partly cloudy, with a low around 15." NWS predicts a light and variable wind becoming northwest 13 to 18 mph in the evening. Winds could gust as high as 36 mph.
Those planning outdoor activities on Saturday should be prepared for blustery conditions, as strong northwest winds of 28 to 30 mph with gusts up to 46 mph are expected despite sunny skies. The night will turn mostly clear but sharply colder, with temperatures dropping to around 9 degrees. Looking ahead, Sunday is forecast to be mostly sunny with a high near 24, followed by a gradual warming trend as temperatures rise into the mid-40s by Wednesday.
For those interested in staying up-to-date with the latest weather changes, visit the NWS website at NWS Washington D.C.. The NWS updates the site regularly, offering detailed and reliable forecasts for all your planning needs.
