Maryland – A cold, early spring chill is gripping the I-95 corridor this afternoon, where frost coated cars and grassy surfaces just hours ago. Temperatures hovered in the 30s overnight, and some slick patches may have lingered on bridges and overpasses during the early commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Baltimore/Washington, a Frost Advisory remained in effect until 9 a.m., with temperatures dropping as low as 33°F across parts of Maryland, northern Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Sensitive vegetation faced potential damage, especially in suburban and rural areas where colder pockets settled in.
Sunshine is now taking over, helping temperatures rebound into the upper 50s by afternoon. Roads across I-95, I-495, and I-270 are dry, and travel conditions have improved significantly across Baltimore, Arlington, and downtown D.C.
Friday brings a stronger push of spring warmth. Patchy morning fog may briefly reduce visibility, especially near waterways and low-lying areas, but skies clear quickly. Highs climb to around 71°, delivering comfortable conditions for commuters and outdoor plans.
The weekend stays mild and pleasant. Saturday reaches near 68° with sunshine, followed by similar temperatures Sunday under partly sunny skies. Outdoor events and travel should remain largely unaffected.
Looking ahead, a major warm-up develops early next week, with highs surging into the 80s by Monday and continuing into midweek, signaling a clear shift toward early summer conditions.
Five Day Forecast for Washington, D.C.:
Friday: Patchy fog early, then sunny, high near 71°
Saturday: Sunny, high near 68°, low 46°
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 68°, low 55°
Monday: Mostly cloudy, high near 81°, low 63°
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 87°, low 66°
