A chilly start to the week gives way to mild sunshine, but rain is set to roll back in by Thursday.
Key points
- Monday will be cool and cloudy, with highs near 66°F.
- Tuesday and Wednesday are expected to stay dry and sunny, ideal for outdoor plans.
- Rain is most likely to return Thursday, with continued chances through Saturday.
The Fox 5 Weather Team, citing the National Weather Service, reports that Monday will begin with early‑morning lows in the 30s and 40s across the Washington, D.C. metro area, while cloud cover keeps the sky overcast.
By early afternoon, the clouds are expected to break, allowing temperatures to climb to around 66°F, offering a brief spell of seasonable weather before the weekend’s dry stretch.
Monday: Cool Temperatures and Cloud Cover
Tuesday’s forecast improves further, with sunshine and dry conditions expected to support outdoor activities and travel to the polls, as highs rise into the low 70s.
Wednesday should remain dry and partly sunny, with highs near 74°F, before the forecast shifts on Thursday when the chance of widespread showers increases, marking the start of a wetter period that could linger through Friday and into Saturday.
Tuesday‑Wednesday: Dry and Sunny
The rain is projected to taper off by Sunday, returning the region to drier conditions and more typical mid‑60s temperatures for the end of the week.
Reader questions
Will there be rain on Monday?
No. The forecast calls for rain‑free conditions throughout Monday despite the cloud cover.
When is the next chance of rain after Monday?
The best chance for widespread showers returns on Thursday, with lingering chances through Friday and Saturday.
What temperatures can I expect later in the week?
Temperatures are expected to reach the low 70s on Tuesday, around 74°F on Wednesday, and settle back into the mid‑60s by Sunday.
Source: fox5dc.com
