Washington woke up to clear skies and a crisp start Sunday, with temperatures around 43°F at Reagan National and a light north breeze cutting through the early calm. Temperatures are expected to top out near 48°F this afternoon, but gusty north winds, up to about 18 mph, will make it feel noticeably cooler on exposed bridges and along the Potomac.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Northerly winds will build to around 6–12 mph this afternoon, with gusts near 18 mph, kicking up choppy conditions on the Bay and Potomac. The National Weather Service has a Small Craft Advisory in effect for many local waters starting at 8 a.m. Sunday and continuing into the evening, so small-boat operators and waterfront visitors may want to think twice before treating it like a calm spring day.
Wintry Mix Monday Night Into Tuesday Morning
The forecast turns trickier Monday night into Tuesday morning (March 2–3, 2026), as a shallow warm layer aloft could set up a brief wintry mix. Most areas are expected to see only a light coating or glaze, but the northwest suburbs and higher terrain have the best shot at slick spots that could complicate the Monday night and Tuesday morning commute.
Plan Ahead For The Monday Commute
If you have to be on the roads, build in some extra time Monday night into Tuesday morning and keep an eye out for icy patches on bridges and untreated side streets. Check service alerts and sign up for MetroAlerts before heading out. WMATA recommends that riders follow updates and be ready for slower or altered operations whenever a wintry mix is in play.
Looking Ahead
By midweek, temperatures are set to rebound, with a noticeable warm-up from Wednesday into the weekend. Highs are expected to reach the 60s on Wednesday and climb into the 70s in some spots on Thursday and Friday. That warming trend should turn any lingering precipitation into plain rain and cut down the risk of additional ice, so outdoor plans later in the week are looking much more promising.
