Baltimore/Washington — Winter weather will make a pronounced return to the Mid-Atlantic this weekend as a series of disturbances brings snow, followed by a surge of Arctic air, according to the National Weather Service in Baltimore/Washington.
Light snow showers are already affecting parts of central Virginia today, with temperatures staying well below normal. High pressure briefly builds in tonight, contributing to a cold and dry stretch before the next system arrives.
Saturday will be slightly milder, but conditions will shift quickly by evening as a developing wave of low pressure brings snow into the Allegheny Mountains. Mountain areas could see accumulating snow Saturday night, with snowfall continuing past midnight and into early Sunday.
By Sunday morning, snow is expected to spread eastward toward the I-95 corridor, potentially affecting commuters between Washington, Baltimore, and Fredericksburg. While accumulations are still being refined, the timing suggests widespread light snow during the morning hours, creating slippery roads and reduced visibility.
Behind the system, the coldest air of the season arrives. Sunday’s highs may hold in the teens and 20s, particularly farther west, with lows dropping into the single digits and lower teens by Monday morning. Wind chills will make conditions feel even colder.
Residents across the region should prepare for winter travel impacts Sunday morning and ensure proper precautions are taken against the bitter cold that settles in Sunday night into Monday.
