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Annandale, VA Weather Nov. 5-8: 60% Rain Chance Friday Before Temperatures Fall to 43° Saturday Night
VIRGINIA — Rain soaked pavement could replace November sunshine across Annandale by Friday, before a noticeable cooldown sends temperatures into the lower 40s this weekend.
By Claire Benton · 2026-11-04T09:21:52.699Z
VIRGINIA — Rain soaked pavement could replace November sunshine across Annandale by Friday, before a noticeable cooldown sends temperatures into the lower 40s this weekend.
The National Weather Service expects highs near 75 degrees Thursday, Nov. 5, followed by a 60% chance of rain Friday and lows near 43 degrees Saturday night.
That marks a 32 degree difference between Thursday's afternoon high and Saturday night's expected low.
The changing pattern will bring several opportunities for rain before drier, cooler conditions return across northern Virginia.
Thursday, Nov. 5: Showers Develop as Temperatures Reach 75° Thursday begins with mostly cloudy skies and temperatures climbing near 75 degrees.
The National Weather Service indicates a 40% chance of showers, mainly before 1 p.m., followed by a slight chance after 5 p.m.
South winds will reach 8 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
Rain chances increase Thursday night, particularly after 2 a.m.
The probability of precipitation rises to 60%, with rainfall amounts between one tenth and one quarter inch possible.
Temperatures remain mild, falling to approximately 62 degrees.
Friday, Nov. 6: Rain Likely Before Afternoon Cooling Friday brings the week's most persistent rain threat, with precipitation likely mainly before 1 p.m.
The National Weather Service assigns a 60% chance of rain, with temperatures reaching approximately 70 degrees.
North winds of 3 to 5 mph accompany the changing conditions.
Drivers traveling through Annandale and surrounding Fairfax County communities should prepare for wet pavement during the morning and midday periods.
Allow additional travel time if showers coincide with heavier traffic.
Rain chances diminish by Friday evening, when partly cloudy skies return and temperatures fall near 51 degrees.
Saturday, Nov. 7: Sunshine Returns, Temperatures Drop Saturday brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 63 degrees.
That represents a 12 degree decline from Thursday's expected high.
The cooler weather becomes more noticeable Saturday night, when temperatures fall near 43 degrees beneath mostly clear skies.
Residents planning outdoor activities should keep warmer clothing available after sunset.
Sunday, Nov. 8: Cooler November Weather Settles In Sunday brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 61 degrees.
The National Weather Service expects mostly clear skies Sunday night, with temperatures falling to approximately 42 degrees.
The cooler pattern continues Monday, with sunshine and another high near 61 degrees.
Monday night temperatures could fall near 40 degrees, the lowest reading in the supplied extended outlook.
Although temperatures approach the upper 30s, no freezing conditions or winter precipitation are indicated.
Annandale Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 4 8 Wednesday, Nov. 4: High 76°. Mostly sunny. Showers possible late Wednesday night, with a 30% chance of precipitation and a low near 62°. Thursday, Nov. 5: High 75°. Mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of showers. Gusts up to 21 mph. Thursday night low 62°, with a 60% chance of showers. Friday, Nov. 6: High 70°. Rain likely, mainly before 1 p.m., with a 60% precipitation chance. Partly cloudy Friday night, low 51°. Saturday, Nov. 7: High 63°. Mostly sunny. Mostly clear Saturday night, low 43°. Sunday, Nov. 8: High 61°. Mostly sunny. Mostly clear Sunday night, low 42°. Looking Ahead: Temperatures Approach 40° Early Next Week The extended outlook suggests northern Virginia will experience cooler mornings as November progresses.
Monday night temperatures could reach 40 degrees before Tuesday brings sunshine and highs near 65 degrees.
There is no snow, ice or flash freeze threat indicated in the supplied forecast.
For now, residents should prepare for Friday's rain, followed by a cooler but mostly dry weekend.
Are you ready for Annandale's cooler November temperatures, or are you hoping the 70 degree warmth sticks around longer?