Annandale, Virginia – A surge of spring thunderstorms could bring heavy rain, gusty winds, and travel disruptions to Northern Virginia starting Saturday afternoon. The National Weather Service has issued a weekend-long alert for Annandale and surrounding areas as repeated rounds of showers and storms build into early next week.
According to the NWS, Saturday carries an 80% chance of thunderstorms after 2 p.m., with daytime highs soaring to 86°F and gusts reaching 23 mph. While rainfall totals should stay under one inch, localized flooding is possible—especially in poor-drainage areas and along the I-495 corridor. Residents are urged to secure loose outdoor items and delay yard work.
Storms will continue into Saturday night, with a slight drop in temperature to 65°F. By Sunday, conditions remain unstable with a 90% chance of rain and more storms after 2 p.m., followed by additional thunderstorms and showers Sunday night into Monday.
The rain may briefly ease Tuesday, but another round of showers is expected Monday night with near 90% certainty. Winds will stay mild, but saturated ground could lead to ponding and delays on local roads.
🔎 5-Day Annandale Outlook:
- Saturday: 86°F, strong storms after 2 p.m. (80% chance)
- Sunday: 76°F, afternoon storms (90% chance)
- Monday: 74°F, storms likely again (90% chance)
- Tuesday: 77°F, scattered rain, partly sunny (60% chance)
- Wednesday: 73°F, chance of showers (30%)
