Annandale, VA – A midweek spring storm system is set to bring rain and potential travel impacts to Northern Virginia beginning Wednesday night.
According to the National Weather Service, Annandale can expect mostly sunny skies and calm conditions through Wednesday. However, a weather pattern shift late Wednesday night will lead to increasing clouds and a 50% chance of showers by Thursday morning. That chance climbs to 80% by Friday, accompanied by highs near 60°F and wind gusts possibly reaching 17 mph.
Local roads, including Route 236 and portions of I-495, could become slick during commutes late Thursday and Friday. Drivers should allow extra time, especially during peak hours. Avoid standing water and reduce speed in low-visibility conditions. Use headlights during heavy rainfall and check wiper functionality now.
Extended Forecast Highlights:
- Tuesday Night (April 8): Clear skies, low near 30°F. Calm winds from the northwest.
- Wednesday (April 9): Sunny, high of 55°F. Winds shifting southwest around 6 mph.
- Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, low near 41°F. Southeast winds around 7 mph.
- Thursday (April 10): Showers likely. High near 59°F. Precipitation chance at 60%.
- Thursday Night: Rain continues, low near 49°F. Chance of rain rises to 80%.
- Friday: Showers persist, high near 60°F. Continued 80% chance of rain.
- Saturday: Spotty showers taper off, with a high near 55°F. Only 30% chance of rain.
- Sunday into Monday: Clearing skies with highs near 66°F Sunday and 72°F Monday.
Stay weather-aware and monitor National Weather Service alerts for updates. Prepare for a wet end to the workweek in Annandale and surrounding Fairfax County areas.
