Virginia – A gray, muted sky settles over Fairfax County this Saturday morning as damp air clings to windshield edges and faint fog lifts across neighborhood lawns. Early Thanksgiving travel picks up pace along I-95 and the Beltway, and conditions may shift steadily this afternoon as moisture returns from the south. Drivers should prep for slower pockets of traffic and brief visibility reductions near wooded stretches.
According to the National Weather Service Baltimore–Washington office, temperatures rise into the lower 50s today under mostly cloudy skies. Winds stay calm, keeping the air still and cool. This quiet pattern, however, opens the door for light rain later today and a more organized system Friday. Residents heading out for errands or early holiday gatherings should watch for damp patches on shaded roads and check headlights before midafternoon travel.
According to meteorologists, the first meaningful round of rain arrives Friday, with showers strengthening from midmorning to late evening. A slight “Winter Tease” appears early next week as cooler northwest flow slides in behind the departing moisture. No snow is expected, though models hint at a sharper drop in temperatures Tuesday, which may add a chill to early commuters. The damp-to-cool transition matters for anyone driving long stretches of I-95 or Route 50 during peak Thanksgiving travel.
According to transportation officials, Saturday offers a manageable window for shopping, outdoor décor, and travel across Fairfax and Prince William counties. Sunday brings more sunshine, making it another favorable day for early departures or returns. Still, holiday traffic expands quickly as Tuesday nears, and smaller disturbances may create patchy drizzle Monday.
After all, northern Virginia sits in its classic November phase—steady clouds, cool mornings, and a slow step toward winter. Residents should stay alert, plan flexibly, and keep travel timing front of mind as the holiday week approaches.
Five-Day Forecast for Annandale, VA:
Sat: 52/41 – Mostly cloudy; drizzle risk late.
Sun: 57/41 – Mostly sunny; pleasant travel.
Mon: 61/43 – Mostly cloudy; brief showers possible.
Tue: 57/40 – Cooler breeze; light drizzle pockets.
Wed: 55/39 – Dry and cool; favorable travel.
