Washington, DC – Showers will linger across the nation’s capital through midweek, with the chance of thunderstorms peaking Wednesday afternoon and evening before conditions dry out by the end of the workweek.
According to the National Weather Service, Washington can expect a 30% chance of showers Tuesday, mainly after 2 p.m., with highs near 74 degrees. Overnight, skies should clear slightly, with temperatures dropping into the upper 60s. Wednesday brings the greatest storm potential, with scattered thunderstorms developing after 2 p.m. and highs climbing into the mid-80s.
The unsettled weather may cause localized slowdowns along I-495, I-66, and Route 50 during the Wednesday evening commute. Drivers are urged to allow extra travel time and remain alert for slick roads and reduced visibility. Winds will be light but may pick up in storm cells.
Conditions improve late Thursday as clouds break, leading to sunshine and highs in the low 80s by Friday. Outdoor plans for the weekend look favorable, with partly cloudy skies Saturday and highs in the mid-80s.
Storm chances ease after Thursday morning, but additional updates may be issued if thunderstorms strengthen Wednesday evening.
Five Day Forecast for Washington, DC
- Tuesday: Cloudy, chance of showers after 2 p.m., high near 74.
- Wednesday: Showers and storms after 2 p.m., high near 85.
- Thursday: Showers early, then partly sunny, high near 81.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 83.
- Saturday: Partly cloudy, high near 86.
