Clear skies are greeting Washington this Sunday morning at Reagan National, with temperatures sitting around 54°F and a light north breeze. It is shaping up to be a bright, comfortable day, with an afternoon high near 77°F that is tailor-made for parks, markets, and any excuse to stay outside a little longer.
Today
Sunshine holds steady through the afternoon with a gentle northwest wind near 5 mph and relatively low humidity keeping things on the pleasant side. Temperatures run a bit below typical seasonal levels, topping out in the 70s, so expect a warm afternoon but a cooler, fresh feel early in the day.
Tonight And Marine Concerns
By tonight, winds turn southerly and low temperatures slip into the low 50s. That southerly push could nudge water levels higher along the Bay. The National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington has issued a Small Craft Advisory for portions of the lower Chesapeake (ANZ534-543) from 9 p.m. Sunday to 8 a.m. Monday and flags an increased chance of minor tidal flooding in the northern Bay, with Annapolis potentially approaching moderate flood stage. Mariners and anyone planning time along the waterfront should keep an eye on the latest forecast and verify tide times through NOAA Tides & Currents (Annapolis) before heading out.
Rest Of The Week
High pressure at the surface keeps most of the upcoming week dry. Monday stays mostly sunny with highs near 79°F. A slight chance of isolated showers or a stray thunderstorm returns Tuesday, mainly west of the Blue Ridge. After that, temperatures begin to climb, with highs pushing into the mid to upper 80s by Thursday and Friday, and readings near 90°F possible by Saturday.
What To Bring
Plan on a light layer for the cool morning, then sunscreen and sunglasses for the sunny afternoon. Boaters should skip small-vessel outings during the advisory window and stay plugged into tide and marine updates. Everyone else can settle in and enjoy a very springlike Sunday in the city while it lasts.
