ANNANDALE, Va. – Drivers across Northern Virginia faced heavy fog early Monday morning, with visibility reduced to just a quarter mile in some areas. Commuters along I-95, I-395, and the Capital Beltway should allow extra travel time as mist lingers before clearing later today.
According to the National Weather Service in Baltimore/Washington, skies will remain mostly cloudy through Monday with a high near 79 degrees. Winds will shift east in the afternoon, keeping conditions damp but mild. A slight chance of showers may develop late Monday night, but widespread rain is not expected.
Tuesday brings cooler air with highs in the upper 70s under mostly cloudy skies. Winds from the north may reach 7 mph, making for a breezier day. Conditions improve by Wednesday, the first day of October, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 70. Fall-like weather continues into late week with crisp mornings and highs holding in the low to mid-70s.
Travelers and residents are encouraged to plan for reduced visibility Monday morning and stay alert to changing road conditions. Those heading to work or school should use headlights, reduce speed, and leave extra distance on highways and neighborhood roads.
The region can expect calmer weather after midweek as sunshine dominates and temperatures gradually cool into the weekend. October begins with clear skies, perfect for outdoor activities and seasonal events.
Five Day Forecast for Annandale, VA:
- Monday: Increasing clouds, high near 79. Patchy morning fog.
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, high 78.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 70.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 68.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 72.
