Washington, D.C., woke up Tuesday, March 24, to clear skies and a sharp chill, with mid-morning temperatures around 36°F. Sunshine will push highs into the low 50s, bringing a calm, cool day before a bigger shake-up later in the week, as reported by the National Weather Service.
Today's Forecast
Look for mostly sunny skies and a high near 52°F this afternoon, with a light north breeze around 2 to 7 mph. By Tuesday night, temperatures will slip back into the upper 30s. Small craft advisories for nearby waters were in effect early Tuesday morning as high pressure settles in, according to the National Weather Service.
Commuter Note
The early morning bite will hang around for those heading out first thing, so a real jacket is a smarter move than a light hoodie if you are biking or walking to work. With bright sunshine and light winds, roads and transit are expected to stay in decent shape through the afternoon.
Late-Week Turn
Conditions flip fast on Thursday, March 26, 2026, as highs jump to around 74°F once a southerly flow returns. A strong cold front is forecast to sweep across the region Thursday night into Friday, March 26–27, with rain becoming likely late Thursday night and a chance of thunderstorms in the mix. Forecasters note that gusts of 25 to 40 mph are possible behind the front, which could make travel feel rough and send wind chills into the 20s and 30s Friday night. See the NWS discussion for more on timing and details.
Weekend Outlook
Cooler, breezy and drier air takes over Saturday and Sunday, with afternoon highs mainly in the upper 40s to mid 50s. By late Sunday, conditions should calm down again as high pressure returns and milder weather starts to build into early next week.
