Annandale, VA – Raindrops drum steadily on rooftops this morning as a broad storm system sweeps across the Mid-Atlantic, soaking roads from Richmond to Baltimore. Heavy downpours and patchy fog will make for a difficult commute along I-95, especially through the D.C. metro area, with standing water possible on low-lying roads and bridges. Winds may gust to 25 mph through the morning, rattling tree branches and pushing bay waters higher along coastal Maryland.
According to the National Weather Service, a Coastal Flood Warning remains in effect for Anne Arundel, Calvert, and St. Mary’s Counties, while Flood Watches extend through parts of northern Virginia and the D.C. suburbs. Rain may total nearly an inch before tapering off later today. A few rumbles of thunder are possible mid-morning, and forecasters caution that localized flooding or brief power flickers could occur in heavier cells.
By Friday, the pattern flips quickly. Sunshine returns with highs near 58°F, followed by a calm, dry weekend. Saturday and Sunday both bring clear skies and highs in the low 60s — perfect for outdoor plans, fall markets, or early holiday prep.
Looking ahead, models suggest another strong front may move through the Mid-Atlantic around November 8–12. That system could draw colder air into the region, setting up the first real chance of frost for inland Virginia and Maryland. For now, today’s soaking rain marks the end of October’s unsettled streak — and the start of early winter’s approach.
