Washington is getting one last summer-like jolt Friday: Skies were clear early and temperatures hovered near 65 degrees, but afternoon readings are expected to climb to 88. A southwest breeze of 5 to 8 mph will keep things moving, while the first shower chance waits until late afternoon. Then the forecast flips from sunglasses to umbrellas.
A slight chance of showers arrives around 4 p.m., with scattered showers more likely after 5 p.m. Friday night should be mostly cloudy with showers likely, a 60% chance of precipitation, and a low near 61. Thunderstorms are expected to be few, if any, though a few places could get a thunderstorm or two. Most rainfall should stay below a quarter-inch, according to the National Weather Service.
Saturday Offers A Brief Reset
Saturday starts with a chance of showers before 10 a.m., then turns partly sunny with a high near 68. Another shower chance returns after 2 a.m. Saturday night as temperatures fall to around 58. The timing is a wetter and more changeable update than Hoodline's Thursday forecast, which had already flagged the approaching front.
Sunday Looks Like The Wettest Day
Sunday currently looks like the soggiest day, with rain showers likely, cloudy skies and a 70% chance of precipitation. The high should reach only about 66 degrees, making Sunday the weekend day most likely to require a backup plan for outdoor events.
Clearer, Cooler Air Arrives Monday
Monday should be mostly sunny with a high near 71, followed by a clear night around 48. Tuesday turns sunny and cooler, topping out near 62, with another clear low around 46; Wednesday and Thursday rebound to about 65 and 70 degrees.
The first widespread frost and freeze threat early next week is expected mainly west of the Blue Ridge, while the District is more likely to see a crisp but frost-free cooldown. Washington has no active District watches or warnings, though a Small Craft Advisory remains in effect on nearby waters through 10 a.m. Friday.
