WASHINGTON, D.C. – The city wakes under a silvery dawn, the air crisp enough to sting as a thin layer of frost coats car windshields and lawns from northern Virginia to central Maryland. It’s a quiet but biting reminder that November’s early chill has arrived, with colder mornings expected to return next week.
A Frost Advisory remains in effect for much of the region, including Washington, D.C., Arlington, and the Maryland suburbs. Temperatures dipped near the freezing mark before sunrise, creating frost that could harm tender vegetation. Residents are urged to cover outdoor plants and protect sensitive crops before heading into the weekend.
After the frosty start, skies will brighten under light southwest breezes and temperatures will climb into the low 60s. Friday night brings a fast-moving system with showers likely after sunset, lasting into early Saturday. Some gusts could reach 25 mph near the Potomac and along the I-95 corridor, briefly disrupting outdoor evening plans.
Saturday brings a sunny break with highs around 69°F before another moisture surge develops Sunday. Clouds will thicken through the day with a 50% chance of rain, especially during late afternoon and evening hours. The pattern will mark the transition to a cooler, breezier start to next week.
By Monday, highs will drop to the low 50s, and Veterans Day looks clear but chilly — ideal for ceremonies and parades, though jackets will be a must.
After all, this is how winter sneaks in across the Mid-Atlantic — quietly, through the bite of an early frost and the whisper of colder air sweeping down from the mountains.
Five-Day Outlook for Washington, D.C.:
Fri: 63/54 – Frost early; increasing clouds.
Sat: 69/50 – Sunny, mild; calm winds.
Sun: 69/42 – Clouds increase; chance of rain.
Mon: 50/32 – Cooler; mostly sunny.
Tue: 47/30 – Veterans Day sun; crisp and calm.
