Annandale, VA – A wet start to the workweek could make commutes tricky across Northern Virginia as spring showers return Monday night with a midweek cooldown.
According to the National Weather Service, mostly cloudy skies and calm winds will dominate Monday, with rain likely beginning after dark. Temperatures will hold near 72°F Monday but dip to the upper 50s overnight. A 60% chance of showers could impact roads like Route 236 and I-495 in Fairfax County. Motorists should prepare for slick surfaces and reduced visibility during the Monday evening drive.
By Tuesday, breezy conditions return with a 30% chance of lingering showers and a high near 66°F. Winds from the south may gust up to 22 mph, making it feel cooler than forecasted. Overnight Tuesday, skies clear but lows plummet to 43°F.
Spring temperatures take a bigger dive by Wednesday night, falling to 38°F under mostly clear skies. Though frost isn’t expected, residents are urged to protect sensitive plants and limit outdoor exposure during overnight hours.
Wednesday and Thursday will bring sunnier conditions with highs reaching only the upper 50s to mid-60s—below seasonal averages. Daytime warmth briefly returns Friday, with highs climbing near 72°F before another chance of showers arrives by Friday night.
5-Day Forecast Highlights (Annandale, VA):
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, high 72°F
- Monday Night: Showers likely, low 57°F
- Tuesday: Breezy, chance of showers, high 66°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 57°F
- Thursday: Sunny, high 64°F
