Washington, DC – After a stretch of mild and dry weather, colder air and a chance for wintry precipitation are set to return to the Mid-Atlantic by the end of the week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Baltimore/Washington.
Forecasters say high pressure will dominate Wednesday, keeping skies sunny and temperatures comfortable, with highs ranging from the upper 30s to mid-40s and lows dipping into the 20s overnight. The calm conditions won’t last long, however, as a dry cold front sweeps through the region Thursday, ushering in much colder air to close out the week.
By Thursday morning, upslope snow showers are expected across the Allegheny Mountains, while most of the DC metro, Baltimore, and surrounding suburbs will remain dry but breezy. Temperatures will struggle to reach the mid-40s, and Thursday night lows could drop into the teens and low 20s in outlying areas.
The weather turns more unsettled Friday as a developing low-pressure system approaches from the southwest, bringing the potential for a wintry mix across parts of Maryland, northern Virginia, and the eastern panhandle of West Virginia. The NWS says it’s too early to determine exact precipitation types or amounts but warns that light snow or freezing rain could impact the Friday morning commute.
Residents are urged to monitor updated forecasts as the late-week system takes shape. Even light accumulations could lead to slick spots, particularly on untreated roads and elevated surfaces.
