Washington wakes Wednesday to light rain and fog, with umbrellas still very much on the agenda for the morning commute. Showers, gray skies and northeast winds will keep the District cool through the day, while a brighter and warmer stretch begins to take shape for the weekend.
Rain Eases, But Wednesday Stays Cool
Rain showers remain possible through the morning and early afternoon, with temperatures rising only to around 63 degrees. Gusty northeast winds could make the damp air feel even sharper.
The National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington office expects rain to gradually taper from northeast to southwest, though clouds will hang around into the evening. Wednesday night follows an evening of lingering clouds.
Drier Weather Thursday And Friday
Thursday brings a welcome break, with mostly cloudy skies, a high near 66 and continued northeast breezes. Friday looks drier and a little warmer, reaching about 69 degrees.
The update is a meaningful refinement to Tuesday's Hoodline forecast, with the latest discussion, timestamped 3:59 a.m. EDT Wednesday, September 23, 2026, extending coastal flood concerns across portions of Maryland and Virginia. The District itself had no watches, warnings or advisories listed in that Tuesday update, but people near tidal waterways should continue checking local conditions.
Weekend Warms Up With Some Forecast Uncertainty
Saturday is currently the weekend favorite, with mostly dry conditions. Sunday rounds out the weekend as a coastal storm develops farther northeast.
The forecast extends into early next week. Forecasters say the storm's exact track remains uncertain, with breezy conditions possible over the weekend.
