Washington, DC – Washington, DC residents can expect a streak of bright, mostly sunny days, with temperatures climbing sharply into the weekend and an early week heat spike pushing highs into the mid-90s by Wednesday. The area will enjoy dry weather for several days, but forecasters caution that the warmup could end with scattered showers and thunderstorms as midweek approaches.
According to the National Weather Service, daytime highs reach the upper 80s Saturday and Sunday, then climb into the low 90s Monday and Tuesday. Gusty winds may accompany the heat on Thursday, but conditions will remain mostly calm and clear through the weekend. Rain chances remain minimal until Wednesday, when a 30% chance of storms arrives alongside a projected high of 95°F.
Travelers and commuters should prepare for hot afternoons and rising humidity, especially by early next week. Utility providers urge residents to conserve energy and stay hydrated as the region enters its hottest stretch of August so far. Those planning outdoor activities will find Saturday and Sunday ideal, but are advised to keep an eye on changing weather by Tuesday night.
This sunny, dry pattern holds through Monday, with the next significant weather shift expected Wednesday. More advisories may be issued as the week’s heat wave and storm threat develops.
Five Day Forecast for Washington, DC:
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 84°F, breezy at times
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 84°F
- Saturday: Sunny, high 86°F
- Sunday: Sunny, high 88°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 91°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 94°F
- Wednesday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms, high 95°F
