Washington, D.C. is waking up to a clear, breezy start, with temperatures near 64°F at 5:35 a.m. EDT on Saturday, June 20. Expect mostly sunny skies through the day with a high near 86°F and steady west winds of 8–15 mph, gusting up to about 25–26 mph.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Those west winds will crank up through the late morning and afternoon, turning umbrellas into stage props and putting loose patio furniture at risk of going on a short trip. The National Weather Service has issued a Small Craft Advisory for parts of the northern Chesapeake Bay and the upper tidal Potomac from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. National Weather Service
Weekend Outlook
Sunday turns up the heat just a notch, with a high near 88°F and continued low humidity through the day, so it should still feel reasonably comfortable for outdoor plans. Nights stay mild and pleasant in the mid-60s, and conditions are expected to remain mostly dry before the pattern shifts later in the weekend.
Severe Storms Possible Monday
Showers and thunderstorms will ramp up Sunday night and peak on Monday, June 22, when highs may reach about 91°F and the chance of rain jumps to around 90%. Forecasters caution that a few storms could turn strong to severe, bringing heavy downpours and pockets of localized flooding, especially if the warm front stalls over the area.
Plan Ahead
If you are plotting outdoor time this weekend, Saturday and Sunday are still your best bets, but secure light outdoor furniture and other loose items before the gusty afternoon winds arrive. For Monday, consider moving sensitive outdoor events inside, allow extra time if you need to travel, and avoid driving through standing water if heavy rain develops.
Marine And Aviation Notes
Small craft conditions will hang on through much of Saturday in the advisory zones and may persist into Tuesday in some locations before winds finally ease. Pilots should be ready for gusty west-northwest winds today and periods of low ceilings or reduced visibility near any storms that develop next week.
