Washington D.C. – Maryland residents are facing gale-force winds tonight, bringing hazardous conditions to the Chesapeake Bay and surrounding areas. As a cold front moves through the region, the National Weather Service warns that special marine warnings may be required, particularly for the Chesapeake Bay and Tidal Potomac River.
According to the National Weather Service, this surge of winds will affect the waters from the Bay near Pooles Island to the Tidal Potomac River. These strong winds could bring gusts as high as 40 mph, impacting marine traffic and coastal areas overnight. Local residents, especially along the water, should prepare for challenging conditions tonight.
Looking ahead, the weather will improve significantly by Wednesday, April 2nd, with sunny skies and temperatures reaching up to 62°F. This will be a sharp contrast to the windy conditions expected tonight. No further hazardous weather is forecasted for the rest of the week, as conditions stabilize.
Five-Day Forecast:
- Wednesday, April 2nd: High 62°F, Partly Sunny
- Thursday, April 3rd: High 80°F, Mostly Cloudy with a 30% chance of rain
- Friday, April 4th: High 74°F, Showers Likely after 2 PM
- Saturday, April 5th: High 76°F, Showers Likely
- Sunday, April 6th: High 66°F, Chance of Showers
