Virginia – Cold air bites early as gray clouds hang low across the D.C. metro. Breath fogs quickly, and windshields feel icy to the touch during the morning drive.
Temperatures hover near 30 degrees around Annandale, Arlington, and Alexandria at daybreak. Skies gradually brighten as clouds thin, allowing sunshine to return by afternoon. Highs recover into the mid-40s, though it still feels brisk in shaded areas.
Tonight stays mostly cloudy with lows dipping into the mid-30s. That sets the stage for a calmer, brighter Wednesday. Sunshine dominates, but northwest winds increase by afternoon. Gusts over 20 mph add bite to the air, even as highs reach the mid-40s again. Jackets remain necessary for commuters and students heading home.
Wednesday night turns colder. Temperatures drop into the upper 20s, raising freeze concerns for exposed pipes and pets. Thursday stays dry and partly sunny, but cooler air settles back in. Afternoon highs struggle near 40, and winds remain noticeable through the day.
By Friday, conditions begin to ease. Sunshine continues, winds relax, and highs rebound into the low 40s. Saturday looks even better, with sunny skies and temperatures approaching the upper 40s. Outdoor plans feel more comfortable by midday.
Looking ahead to late weekend and early next week, meteorologists are tracking a system that could bring rain, and possibly a brief rain-snow mix Sunday. Timing and temperatures will matter closely. Beyond that, NOAA’s 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across the Mid-Atlantic, signaling a broader February thaw.
Plan for cold mornings, dress in layers, and watch for slick spots during overnight freezes. Are you noticing stronger winds or colder pockets where you live?
Five-Day Outlook – Annandale, Virginia
• Today: Clearing, high near 45
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny, windy, high near 45
• Thursday: Partly sunny, cooler, high near 39
• Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 43
• Saturday: Sunny, milder, high near 48
