Washington, D.C. started Monday on a crisp and calm note, waking up to clear skies, mid-40s temperatures, and some patchy fog clinging to low-lying spots. Sunshine is expected to build through midmorning and nudge temperatures up to about 69°F this afternoon under a light northeast breeze.
Afternoon: Sunny and Mild
Bright, dry conditions should hold through the afternoon, with a high near 69°F and a gentle northeast wind around 2 to 6 mph keeping things comfortable. It adds up to a pleasant lunch break and a low-stress evening commute across most neighborhoods, as long as you remember a light layer for the cooler start.
Midweek Rain And Marine Impacts
Clouds move in on Tuesday, with a chance of showers after about 8 a.m. and a cooler high near 66°F. A stronger frontal band then pushes through on Wednesday, when showers and thunderstorms are likely. Many spots could pick up roughly 0.5 to 1.0 inch of rain, and gusty winds that may reach the low 20s (mph) could slow commutes and briefly cut visibility.
Small craft advisories are in effect for some southern Chesapeake waters into the early morning and are likely to return Wednesday afternoon. Higher high tides could nudge locations such as Annapolis and Dahlgren toward Action Stage and produce minor tidal flooding. For the latest timing, advisories, and marine details, see the National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington.
Plan Ahead
Umbrellas will be a smart accessory for midweek plans, and anyone with a small boat should secure it before heading out, with a soggy Wednesday commute likely for those with outdoor obligations. For background on this recent wet pattern, see our coverage from April 25 on the recent weekend washout. Keep tabs on updated forecasts and local advisories before you hit the road or the water.
