Maryland – Gray skies hang low over the region as icy air stings exposed skin and pavement glistens with frozen residue. What fell earlier has hardened fast, leaving drivers cautious and sidewalks slick.
A Winter Storm Warning has ended for much of the Washington–Baltimore corridor, but impacts linger early this morning. Light snow, sleet, and freezing rain moved through overnight, leaving behind icy patches across roads, bridges, and untreated surfaces. Travel remains hazardous in spots, especially along I-95, I-695, and commuter routes into Washington.
Temperatures sit in the teens this morning, with wind chills near or below zero. A Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect through Tuesday morning as Arctic air settles in. Even brief exposure feels biting. Frostbite becomes possible on exposed skin within minutes.
Skies gradually brighten today, but cold dominates. Highs struggle to reach the upper 20s in Washington and low 30s farther south. Melting stays limited, and any moisture refreezes quickly after sunset. Drivers should watch for flash freezing during the evening hours.
Tuesday brings sunshine but little relief. Highs reach the mid-20s, with calm winds masking just how cold it feels. By Wednesday, clouds increase late with a slight chance of snow showers at night. Any flakes would be light but could add new slick spots.
Late week stays mostly dry. Thursday and Friday remain cold, with highs in the low 20s and lows near single digits. Conditions improve for travel, but winter hazards persist after dark.
Looking ahead, the 6–10 day outlook shows colder-than-normal temperatures lingering across the Mid-Atlantic, while precipitation chances drop heading into early February.
Slow down on the roads, layer up outdoors, and check on vulnerable neighbors. How icy did conditions look in your area this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Washington, DC
• Today: Mostly sunny, cold, high near 28°F
• Tuesday: Sunny, very cold, high near 26°F
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 22°F
• Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 21°F
• Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 19°F
