Friday, July 24, 2026, started on a rare chill note in Washington, D.C., with clear skies and mid-60s temperatures at Reagan National. A mostly sunny afternoon is on tap, with highs expected to top out near 84°F, giving the city a brief break from the more punishing heat earlier this month.
Morning Snapshot
By 5:52 a.m., Reagan National was reporting about 66°F, northeast winds near 7 mph, and humidity around 78%. According to the National Weather Service, Friday, July 24 should stay mostly sunny with a high near 84°F and light east winds into the afternoon.
Weekend Outlook
Saturday, July 25 is expected to be partly sunny with a high near 83°F, then comfortably cool again Saturday night with lows around 66°F. Sunday, July 26 turns warmer, with a high near 88°F, but the day looks largely dry, with only a slight chance of showers late Sunday night. This milder stretch follows the early-July heat advisories that turned D.C. into a steam bath.
Next Week: Summer Returns
By Monday, July 27 and Tuesday, July 28, the region slips back into a more typical midsummer pattern. Highs climb toward 90°F, humidity ticks up, and showers and thunderstorms become more likely on Tuesday, July 28, when the chance of rain increases and some storms could be briefly heavy, according to the National Weather Service.
Plan Ahead
The cooler, drier setup today and through the weekend looks friendly for outdoor plans. Just keep water handy, especially Sunday afternoon when it turns warmer. If you have events lined up late Monday or Tuesday, it is worth having a quick shelter plan ready in case those scattered thunderstorms decide to pop.
