Washington, D.C. – A warm and unsettled weather pattern will define the week for the nation’s capital, with rising temperatures and daily chances for thunderstorms. Residents can expect a mostly cloudy start to the workweek, but conditions are set to change significantly by Tuesday afternoon as the heat builds.
According to the National Weather Service, scattered showers are possible before 1 p.m. on Monday, followed by patchy fog. The immediate threat shifts Tuesday, with showers and thunderstorms likely after 2 p.m. Some storms could produce heavy rainfall. The high temperature on Tuesday is expected to climb to a warm 84 degrees, with a south wind becoming southeast in the afternoon.
Wednesday brings even warmer air, with a high near 92 degrees. Showers and thunderstorms are again possible, mainly after 2 p.m., carrying a 30 percent chance of precipitation. The pattern of afternoon storms continues into the Juneteenth holiday on Thursday, which will see mostly sunny skies and a high near 94 degrees, though showers remain possible after 2 p.m.
Looking ahead to the weekend, the heat persists. Friday is expected to be sunny with a high near 88 degrees, leading into a partly sunny Saturday with temperatures soaring to around 90. A partly cloudy sky is anticipated for Sunday, with a high near 96 degrees, signaling a hot end to the week. Residents should stay hydrated and prepare for intermittent stormy conditions.
