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04/07/2019

If you have plans to get out on or near the water as temperatures warm, be mindful that water temperatures across the area remain cold in the upper 40s and low 50s. Check out these safety & preparedness tips: weather.gov/safety/coldwater.

04/07/2019

More clouds than sun today, but temperatures will run 5-10 degrees above normal for early April. Shower chances increase late this afternoon over the mountains, tracking eastward into this evening. Latest: weather.gov/lwx

04/07/2019

Yesterday we met with the Chesapeake Bay Tartan Sailing Club - CBTSC to discuss marine weather and boating safety. It was a great turnout and discussion! With warmer weather upon us, always check the forecast before heading out on the water and be sure to visit weather.gov/safety/safeboating for boating safety tips!

04/06/2019

Mild tonight, with temperatures staying above normal for early April.

04/06/2019

Although the chance is not zero, at this point we feel the chance of additional snowfall is low enough such that we have brought our snow boards inside for the season. Til next winter...

04/06/2019

Sun has broken through across much of the region and temps have risen into the 60s. Tomorrow should be even a little warmer. Here are the current temperatures and satellite as of 3PM.

04/06/2019

Clouds will gradually decrease in coverage by this afternoon, allowing for temperatures to rebound into the mid to upper 60s today.

04/06/2019

We are seeing reduced visibilities early this morning thanks to patchy dense fog, with some locations dropping to around a half mile or less at times. Use caution if driving early this morning, reduce your speed and use low beam headlights.

04/06/2019

Steadier rain is tapering off, but patchy drizzle and fog will remain possible through the night. Temperatures won't vary too much from where they are this evening - in the 40s for most areas.

04/05/2019

Patchy light rain/drizzle will continue through the afternoon/evening. Some patchy fog expected tonight across the region as well.

04/05/2019

Light rain will spread across the area this morning, continuing off and on throughout the day before tapering off this evening. Check out the latest radar here: https://bit.ly/2JacnG7

04/05/2019

Cloudy and cool today with periods of light rain lasting into early this evening. Rainfall amounts are generally expected to remain at a half inch or less for much of the area. Complete forecast: weather.gov/lwx

04/05/2019

Warmer than normal temperatures are expected overnight under cloudy skies. Light rain will develop late tonight, with the bulk of the rain falling during the day on Friday. Get our complete forecast by visiting us at weather.gov/lwx.

04/04/2019

Thanks to all our broadcast meteorologists that came out today for another great round of discussions at our annual spring/severe NWS-Media partnership workshop. We've got a great team here in the Mid-Atlantic.

04/04/2019

Skies will remain mostly cloudy this afternoon with rain moving into the region from the northwest late tonight into tomorrow.

04/04/2019

Seasonably warm and dry today with increasing clouds and lighter winds. Enjoy the warm and dry conditions today, rain chances will increase overnight and persist into Friday with a return to slightly below normal temperatures. Get our complete forecast at weather.gov/lwx.

04/04/2019

Diminishing winds this evening and high clouds moving in overnight with lows in the lower 40s in urban areas along I-95, and 30s elsewhere.

04/03/2019

Dry conditions along with breezy winds through this evening will combine to create an environment that allows any fires to spread rapidly. A Red Flag Warning in effect until 8pm for much of MD, D.C., northern Virginia, and eastern WV.

04/03/2019

#safeplaceselfie. Ready to dive into our "Hardened Space" room & pass operations to our backup office @NWS_MountHolly when the need arises. Where's your safe place in a severe thunderstorm or tornado? Ensure you get NWS warnings quickly to your phone and/or weather radio.

04/03/2019

Much warmer temperatures are expected today under bright sunny skies. Gusty westerly winds and very dry air will combine to bring the potential for fire weather concerns for portions of the area, where a Red Flag Warning is in effect: https://bit.ly/2KraR2j.

Get our complete forecast by visiting us at weather.gov/lwx.

04/03/2019

Infrared (IR) satellite imagery early this morning shows strengthening low pressure east of the Delmarva Peninsula. Clouds associated with this low are pushing east of the Chesapeake Bay as it tracks to the northeast. Temperatures this morning will range from the upper 20s to upper 30s under clear skies. Latest forecast: weather.gov/lwx.

04/03/2019

Showers along and east of I-95 ending this evening. Cool conditions overnight.

04/02/2019

A coastal storm will pass to our southeast. Rain is likely this afternoon and evening along and east of I - 95 with lessening chances west of I - 95. Amounts are expected to be less than a quarter inch.

04/02/2019

Tomorrow (Wed Apr 3rd), join people across the country at 11:11 AM local time by sharing your #safeplaceselfie
It's simple:
-Pick a weather hazard (there are lots: http://weather.gov/safety )
-Find a safe place & snap a selfie
-share it with the hashtag #safeplaceselfie

04/02/2019

Cool today with increasing clouds. Some light rain is likely by day's end, mainly east of the Blue Ridge. There might even be a little snow along Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

04/01/2019

We'll be looking at another chilly night, with temperatures dropping below freezing after midnight.

04/01/2019

It will be sunny but on the cool side today with high temperatures ranging from the mid 40s over the mountains to the low 50s over the lower elevations. #DCwx #MDwx #VAwx #WVwx

03/31/2019

Chilly northwest breezes will continue through the night. Forecast lows will be close to 10 degrees below normal.

03/31/2019

In the wake of the cold front, gusty northwest winds are ushering in much cooler temperatures to the region. By 5pm this afternoon, temperatures are expected to be ~20-30°F colder compared to Saturday. On the bright side, the sun will return by this afternoon as clouds diminish.

03/31/2019

Showers associated with a cold front are moving across the area this morning. Not expecting much accumulation, generally less than a tenth of an inch. The sun will return this afternoon with conditions turning breezy as colder air moves in behind the frontal passage. Latest forecast: weather.gov/lwx.

03/31/2019

A cold front is crossing the region early this morning.

03/31/2019

Mild weather will continue overnight with a southerly breeze, but a cold front will cross the area late tonight into Sunday morning. Some showers will be likely along the front, then cooler weather will return to start the week.

03/30/2019

Southerly breezes are ushering in well above normal temperatures this afternoon with a mix of clouds and sun. Check out more observations at weather.gov/lwx/hrr.

Above normal warmth will continue overnight before a cold front sweeps across the area Sunday morning, delivering some showers and much cooler temperatures in its wake.

03/30/2019

We are seeing some breaks in the clouds this morning as they drift eastward. This will allow for sunshine and temperatures warming into the 70s this afternoon, which is around 10 to 15 degrees above normal for late March. Enjoy the warmth today, cooler weather is in store for Sunday as a cold front crosses the area. Latest: weather.gov/lwx.

03/30/2019

Warm today, with only a small chance of a shower in the mountains. Big changes are on the way however, with much cooler and breezy weather with showers expected by Sunday morning.

03/30/2019

Tonight will be mostly cloudy and mild. A stray sprinkle can't be ruled out, especially in the mountains, but most areas will remain dry.

03/29/2019

Thinking of spending time near or on the water with warmer temperatures in the forecast? Be mindful of the hazards of cold water. Air temperatures will be in the 60s and 70s today and Saturday, however water temperatures along the Potomac River and the Chesapeake Bay remain quite cold in the upper 40s to near 50°F.

Check out weather.gov/safety/coldwater for more information on the dangers of cold water and how to prepare before heading out on the water this spring. #SpringSafety

03/29/2019

Plenty of clouds across the area this morning as a weak disturbance crosses the region. Despite the clouds, temperatures are still expected to warm into the upper 60s to lower 70s this afternoon.

03/29/2019

Milder today - a few showers could affect western and northern Maryland, far northwestern Virginia and eastern West Virginia, but the rest of the region should stay dry.

03/28/2019

Current temperatures are hovering near normal for late March with plentiful sunshine being observed across the area. We will continue to see some high clouds build in from the west, but conditions will remain dry with a light southerly breeze. Check out more observations here: weather.gov/lwx/hrr

03/28/2019

Ways To Get Warnings

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03/28/2019

Mild today with high temperatures reaching the 60s for most locations.

03/27/2019

Outside of some passing cirrus clouds in the east, you’ll be hard pressed to find a cloud in the sky this afternoon as high pressure resides over the region. Temperatures are still cooler than normal in the low to middle 50s, however warmer weather is on the way. Latest: weather.gov/lwx

03/27/2019

One week from today, Wednesday April 3rd at 11:11 AM, we want to see your #SafePlaceSelfie. A vital part of weather preparedness is knowing your “safe place” when extreme weather and other natural disasters strike. Learn more at weather.gov/wrn/safeplaceselfie.

03/27/2019

Today will be the last cooler than normal day this week. (Normal highs for the end of March are in the 55-60° range.) We should reach 60° tomorrow and 70° Friday. #DCwx #MDwx #VAwx #WVwx

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Current Radar

Precipitation is beginning to move into eastern WV and western MD. Showers, and possibly a thunderstorm with gusty winds and/or small hail, are expected this afternoon across the area. Additionally, heavy snow showers are expected along/west of the Allegheny Front.

Current Satellite

Clouds building into southern MD and northeastern VA will continue to increase in coverage east of the Blue Ridge through this afternoon thanks to low-level winds bringing in moisture off of the Chesapeake Bay.

Current Satellite

Cloud cover is finally beginning to erode east of the Blue Ridge. Should see temperatures rise quickly into the upper 50s to low 60s. Additionally, expect strong gusty winds to occur as clouds erode.

Current Radar

Areas of freezing rain are expected to continue across northern VA and north-central MD, especially in Frederick County, MD, through 1:00 a.m. When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be slippery.

Current Satellite

Some middle to upper level clouds have overspread the region. Expect these to hang around for most locations throughout the day, but not expecting any precipitation.

Current Radar 1/9/19

Snow showers will continue this evening, especially along/west of the Allegheny Front, with an additional 2"-4" expected there, locally up to 6". Winter Weather Advisories continue for western slopes of the Appalachians. A few flurries possible as far east as I-95.

Current Satellite 12/30/2018

High clouds will continue to move over the region today ahead of an approaching low pressure system that will bring rain to the area by tomorrow. Remaining dry for today with highs in the mid to upper 40s.

Current Radar 12/28/2018

Periods of rain expected through mid-afternoon. Flood Watch continues through midnight tonight for portions of the area. https://bit.ly/2EuUe6n

Current Satellite Loop 12/23/18

High clouds beginning to spread across the region this afternoon ahead of a weak low pressure system that will move across the area tonight.

Current Radar 12/20/2018

Light to moderate rain continues to overspread the region this evening. Rainfall rates will pick up overnight. 1"-2" of rain expected, with locally higher amounts of 3"-4" possible.

Current Satellite

High clouds building across the region this afternoon. Remaining cool, with highs only reaching the low to mid 40s this afternoon.

Satellite Loop

Clouds struggling to break up east of the Blue Ridge this afternoon. Will likely keep temperatures in the 50s for much of the area, with 60s possible west of the Blue Ridge.

Current Radar

Precipitation will begin to overspread the area throughout the morning. Some freezing rain will be expected, primarily west of I-95. Expect some slick spots on roads this morning.

Current Radar

Precipitation is spreading across the region from the southwest. Precipitation will start as light rain or sleet, transitioning to a wintry mix over the next few hours. For more details, visit www.weather.gov/lwx/winter

Current Radar

Current radar depicts precipitation beginning to move into central VA. Most of this is likely not reaching the ground at this point, but will gradually begin doing so overnight.

Current Radar

Low pressure approaching from the south will bring rain to the area by this evening. Rain will be moderate to heavy at times, and continue through early tomorrow morning.

Current Radar

Moderate rain continues across most of central, eastern and southern MD, but is moving through rather quickly. Rain will begin to taper off to intermittent showers through the evening across the entire region.

Current Radar

The steady soaking rain continues to move off to the northeast and is nearly over for our area. However, light showers will continue across the region through much of the morning.

Current Radar

Light to moderate showers continue across portions of northern VA, central/ west MD, and the WV panhandle. Mostly cloudy elsewhere, with a slight chance for a thunderstorm this afternoon.

Current Radar

Isolated showers and storms moving across central VA. Storms will move out of the area over the next hour or two.

Turn Around Don't Drown

As the risk of flooding increases tonight and Monday, remember: If you encounter flooded roads, turn around, don't drown.

Radar 09/13/18

Mainly light scattered showers moving quickly westward across the area this afternoon. Get the latest forecast by visiting us at weather.gov/lwx.

Current Radar

Showers moving across the region early this morning. Heavier rain remains concentrated over the higher terrain.

Current Radar

Scattered thunderstorms moving across the region this evening. Storms should diminish over the next couple of hours.

Current Radar Loop

Showers and thunderstorms developing over the higher elevations in eastern WV and western VA, slowly moving towards the east. Storms should remain west of the mountains for the most part.

Current Radar

Thunderstorms across much of the area will continue over the next few hours. Storms are producing heavy rainfall and gusty winds.

Current Radar

A cloudy day across much of the region, but most should stay dry. However, some showers and storms are developing over southern Maryland and across the southern Chesapeake Bay.

Current Radar

Showers and storms moving east across eastern WV and into central VA. Primary threats will be lightning, brief gusty winds, and heavy rainfall at times.

Current Radar

Showers and storms are decreasing in coverage across the area. However, an isolated strong to severe storm cannot be ruled out for the rest of the evening.

Current Radar

A line of heavy showers and storms currently extends from Washington County, MD down to Page County, VA. This line will track east across northern VA and central MD over the next couple of hours.

Current Visible Satellite

Partly cloudy skies across the region this afternoon. Slight chance of a shower or thunderstorm in the higher elevations, but most will stay dry. Rain chances return overnight into Monday.

GOES East True Color - 07/28/18

Fair weather cumulus across much of our region this afternoon as the cold front that moved through overnight resides off to our south and east. Current temperatures are in the low-mid 80s. Get our latest forecast by visiting weather.gov/lwx.

Rain Increasing in Coverage

Rain moving into the metro areas. Rainfall will be moderate to heavy at times and last through late this evening. Flash Flood Watch remains in effect for portions of northeast Virginia and central Maryland until 2 a.m.

More Rain Tonight

After a brief lull in rainfall, more moderate to heavy rain is moving into northern and central VA and eastern WV. Flash flood watch remains in effect until 6:00 a.m for portions of central VA and eastern WV.

Thursday Evening Rain

Rain is increasing in coverage in central and western VA. A flash flood watch remains in effect for portions of eastern WV and northern and central VA through 6:00 am EDT.

Strong Winds Expected Friday

With the strong and potentially damaging winds expected Friday, make sure you're prepared for power outages. Visit ready.gov/kit for items to have in your emergency kit.

12Z 16 July 2017 IAD RAOB launch

This morning's 12Z IAD upper air observation radiosonde launch.

July 2 2017

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