Washington, DC – A burst of late spring-like warmth is pushing temperatures near record highs across the D.C. and Baltimore region as of 4:33PM Sunday, with many areas climbing well into the 80s.
According to the National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington office, dry air and gusty southwest winds helped fuel the unusually warm conditions. Several cities are approaching long-standing records, including Washington, D.C., which reached the mid-70s with a record of 90 degrees set in 1907. Nearby locations like Dulles, Baltimore, and Martinsburg also reported highs ranging from the upper 70s to upper 80s—just shy of record benchmarks.
Forecasters say the warmth is widespread across the region, impacting parts of Maryland, northern Virginia, and eastern West Virginia. The combination of sunshine and breezy conditions made for ideal outdoor weather Sunday but also elevated fire risk due to dry air.
This surge in temperatures is short-lived. A significant cooldown is expected to move in early this week, dropping highs by 20 to 30 degrees compared to Sunday’s peak. That shift could bring a return to more typical early spring conditions, with cooler mornings and brisk afternoons.
Residents planning travel or outdoor activities early this week should prepare for the sharp temperature swing, especially during morning commutes.
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