ANNANDALE, VA — A brief cold snap will chill the D.C. metro region early Friday, with patchy frost possible across parts of northern Virginia and central Maryland before a weekend warm-up. The National Weather Service in Baltimore/Washington reports the frost potential extends along and west of I-95, especially in low-lying and rural areas before sunrise Friday.
Residents are urged to protect sensitive plants and unplug outdoor hoses tonight as temperatures fall into the low 30s under clear skies. The air will stay dry, allowing frost to form easily on vehicles and exposed surfaces. For commuters using I-95 and the Capital Beltway, expect crisp morning conditions but no major travel hazards.
Sunshine dominates Friday afternoon with highs rebounding into the low 60s. Saturday continues the warm-up trend, reaching near 70°F, ideal for pumpkin patches, fall festivals, and leaf-peeping drives through the Shenandoah foothills.
By Sunday, clouds increase and rain chances rise to 40%, mainly in the afternoon and evening. A few light showers may linger into Sunday night before clearing Monday. Temperatures next week hold steady in the mid-60s to upper 60s, keeping the region comfortably mild through midweek.
This is classic mid-October weather — brisk mornings followed by bright, dry afternoons. Enjoy it before cooler November air moves in later this month.
Five-Day Forecast for Annandale, VA:
Thu: 63/30 – Sunny; breezy north winds.
Fri: 63/45 – Frost early; clear and mild.
Sat: 69/54 – Mostly sunny; warmer.
Sun: 76/60 – Clouds increase; 40% chance of rain.
Mon: 66/46 – Mostly sunny; cooler breeze.
