Virginia Spring Weather Alert: Annandale Faces Thunderstorms Tuesday Afternoon and Rain Likely Thursday Night

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Annandale, Virginia – A pair of spring storm systems could dampen commutes and outdoor plans in Annandale this week, starting with scattered thunderstorms Tuesday afternoon and heavier rain returning Thursday night.

According to the National Weather Service at Fort Belvoir, showers are likely to begin between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesday, followed by thunderstorms developing after 2 p.m. in the Annandale area. Patchy morning fog may reduce visibility, especially near local roadways like Route 236 and the I-495 corridor. Afternoon temperatures will reach 75°F with light southwesterly winds at 5 to 10 mph. Tuesday night remains unsettled with a 30% chance of rain continuing overnight.

Wednesday offers a brief window of calmer weather. Skies will be mostly sunny with a high near 76°F, and only a slight 20% chance of isolated showers. But by Thursday evening, another weather system moves in, bringing a 60% chance of rain and thunderstorms between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m. Friday. Overnight showers could impact early Friday commutes.

🌧️ Five-Day Annandale Spring Forecast:

  • Tuesday: 40% chance of afternoon thunderstorms, high 75°F
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, isolated showers, high 76°F
  • Thursday: Showers likely late, 60% chance, high 76°F
  • Friday: 30% chance of morning showers, high 66°F
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and dry, high 71°F

Storms could bring brief downpours and gusty winds. Residents should stay weather-aware Tuesday afternoon and Thursday night for potential delays and changing conditions.