Washington, D.C. – Portions of the Mid-Atlantic region face a 10% to 40% chance of winter storm impacts this weekend, varying by state and location, as a developing coastal system tracks northward along the East Coast between 7 p.m. Friday and 7 p.m. Monday.
According to the National Weather Service Weather Prediction Center, a strengthening low-pressure system is expected to form off the Southeast coast Saturday before moving northward offshore of the Mid-Atlantic on Sunday. While higher-impact probabilities are focused closer to the coast, colder air inland may allow wintry precipitation to reach parts of the region if the storm track shifts west.
State-by-state probabilities currently indicate:
- Virginia: 20%–40% chance, highest across eastern and coastal areas
- Maryland: 20%–40% chance, including the Eastern Shore and central counties
- Delaware: 30%–40% chance statewide
- Pennsylvania (Southeast): 10%–20% chance, mainly near the I-95 corridor
- New Jersey: 30%–40% chance, highest in southern and coastal areas
Potential impacts include periods of snow or rain-snow mix, gusty winds, and reduced visibility. Travel along major corridors such as Interstate 95, Interstate 64, and U.S. Route 50 could become hazardous, particularly late Saturday into Sunday if colder air remains in place.
Forecasters emphasize that confidence is moderate to low, and small changes in storm track or temperature profiles could significantly shift impact zones across the Mid-Atlantic.
Residents are urged to monitor official forecasts and prepare for possible travel disruptions. Weekend commuters, students, and service workers across the region should remain flexible as forecast details continue to evolve.
