FRIDAY, JANUARY 3, 2025 TODAY:
Mostly Cloudy
Chance PM Rain, Snow- Mainly 1pm -6pm
Highs: 40-47
Winds: Southwest 5-10 mph
Ahead of another push of cold air, highs for the day will reach the low to mid 40s with lighter winds than yesterday. Latest guidance brings a chance for a wintry mix during the afternoon hours. Areas of rain, sleet, and snow will traverse across the DMV between 1-6 p.m. Temperatures will be above freezing when the moisture moves in, so plan for rain at the start in D.C. As colder air spills in, we could see a brief transition to sleet and snow. A coating of snow is possible on grassy areas, especially north and west of the district. Any lingering moisture could refreeze with temperatures rapidly falling below 32. TONIGHT:
Clear Skies, Blustery
Lows: 25-30
Wind Chills: Teens
Winds: Northwest 10-15, Gusts 25 mph
Northwest winds will pick up after sunset, as the cold air settles in. Watch for any lingering icy spots with temperatures below freezing.
SATURDAY:
Mostly Sunny, Blustery
Highs: 30-35
Winds: West 10-15, Gusts to 30 mph
Arctic air settles in for the first weekend of 2025. Morning wind chills in the teens will give way to wind chills in the 20s during the afternoon.
SUNDAY:
Increasing Clouds
Highs: 34-39
Winds: Northwest 5-15 mph
Cold weather remains locked in place for the day with clouds increasing ahead of our next weather make which is likely to bring the first big snow of the season to region.
ALERT!
SUNDAY NIGHT INTO MONDAY:
The season's first significant snow will likely start late Sunday night and continue into Monday. Forecast trends continue to show snowfall totals averaging around 5" with the bulk of the accumulations coming Monday. At this point, plan for cancellations and delays due to the winter weather. Our team will let you know when Winter Weather Alerts are issued by the National Weather Service.
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