Cold Front, Snow Showers, and Possible Wintry Mix to Hit the Mid-Atlantic Late This Week
WASHINGTON, D.C. — After several days of mild and quiet weather, the Mid-Atlantic is bracing for a sharp cooldown and the return of wintry precipitation by the end of the week, according to the National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington office.
Sunny and Mild Wednesday Before a Dry Cold Front Sweeps Through
High pressure will keep Wednesday sunny and comfortable, with afternoon highs ranging from the upper 30s to mid-40s across Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and surrounding suburbs. Overnight lows will fall into the 20s, but conditions remain calm and dry.
This stretch of mild weather ends quickly as a dry cold front pushes into the region Thursday, bringing noticeably colder air and increasing winds.
Upslope Snow Showers for the Alleghenies; Breezy and Cold for DC and Baltimore
By Thursday morning, upslope snow showers are expected to develop across the Allegheny Mountains, where light accumulation is possible. Most of the DC metro, Baltimore, northern Virginia, and southern Maryland will remain dry but breezy, with colder air sweeping in behind the front.
Temperatures Thursday will struggle to break the mid-40s, and nighttime lows could drop into the teens and low 20s in outlying areas.
Friday Brings Potential for Wintry Mix Across Multiple States
Friday turns more unsettled as a developing low-pressure system approaches from the southwest. This system may bring a wintry mix to portions of:
- Maryland
- Northern Virginia
- The eastern panhandle of West Virginia
The National Weather Service notes that it is too early to determine exact precipitation types or amounts, but even a light mix of snow or freezing rain could affect the Friday morning commute, creating localized slick spots on untreated roads, bridges, and elevated surfaces.
Residents Urged To Monitor Late-Week Forecast Updates
Meteorologists urge Mid-Atlantic residents to stay updated over the next 48 hours, as the exact track and intensity of Friday’s system will determine snowfall amounts and the extent of any icy conditions. Even minor accumulations could create hazardous travel early Friday.
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