1. More rain today
2. Cooler than average
3. Daily rain chances
4. Warmer start to next week

Showers continue today, but we won’t see as much rain as yesterday. Expect scattered showers throughout the day with below average temperatures, peaking in the low 70s.

10-Day Forecast

TODAY:
Showers, Mild
Cloudy
Wind: NE 10-15 mph
Highs: Low to mid 70s

TONIGHT:
Rain, Windy
Wind: E 5-10 mph
Lows: Upper 60s

FRIDAY:
Showers
Wind: S 5-10
Highs: Low 80s

SATURDAY:
Showers
Wind: SSW 5-10
Highs: Low to mid 80s

Sunrise: 5:43 a.m. Sunset: 8:37 p.m.
Average High: 87 Average Low: 70

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The haze is smoke from over 100 active wildfires burning in Alberta, Canada, in the last week. The fires have caused more than 24,000 people to be evacuated from the area, NBC News reported Saturday.

The Canadian wildfire smoke blew into the D.C. area on a northwest flow while suspended in the mid-levels of the atmosphere, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).

More than 1,500 square miles of Alberta territory were on fire Wednesday, according to data from Esri Canada and Environment Canada, said Storm Team4 Meteorologist Ryan Miller.

“That amount of current fire activity is equivalent to 22 Washington, D.C.’s or 62% of the entire state of Delaware,” Miller tweeted.

The haze’s impact on air quality has not been reported. The D.C. area had a moderate air quality forecast on Thursday, meaning the air poses a moderate health risk for those who are unusually sensitive to pollution, according to the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments.

Storm Team4 Meteorologist Chuck Bell shared that Thursday’s 6 a.m. sunrise was “very red” over D.C.

Later in the morning, Storm Team4 Chief Meteorologist Doug Kammerer shared a photo of a white sky around the Washington Monument.

A hazy glow was visible in the sunset Wednesday across the region, the NWS said.

The smoke could last as long as Friday but was expected to dissipate Thursday as winds blow south and southwest, according to NWS.

In March, a wildfire from North Carolina brought the smell of smoke to the D.C. area.

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A severe thunderstorm watch was in effect until 6 p.m. for Washington D.C. and surrounding suburbs in Maryland and Virginia, and Storm Team4 also declared a Weather Alert. A full list of weather alerts from the National Weather Service can be found here. No more severe weather is expected for the late evening.

A cold front moving into the area Saturday afternoon brought risk of severe storms, damaging winds gusts and hail in certain areas, according to Storm Team4. 

The first system of severe weather started coming into the region at around 2:45 p.m. A less severe line of storms will continue to regress to the east and reach the I-95 corridor around 7 p.m. or 7:30 p.m., Storm Team4 Chief Meteorologist Doug Kammerer projects.

The storm threats were strong wind, heavy rain with isolated flash flooding possible, lighting and a slight chance of spin-up tornado. Culpeper County saw downed tress and was under a tornado warning.

Saturday’s temperatures began in the high 70s ahead of the storm, about a 20 degree decrease from Friday’s record highs near the 90s.The temperatures warming for a longer period of time will help fuel the approaching storms.

Highs will be in the 60s starting Sunday, and will be well below average for next week.

Metro reminded customers not to run for a bus or train due to the slick conditions caused by rain.

Petworth Porchfest rescheduled its event from Saturday to April 29 due to the potential for thunderstorms.

The D.C. area has been in a dry period, and the storms will give the area much needed rain. After the storms, the area will remain dry until next Thursday, according to Storm Team4.

Here’s how the next few days are looking:

• Sunday: Sun and clouds, cooler. Breezy with a spotty shower. High of 67 degrees.
• Monday: Mostly sunny and cool. High of 63.
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny and cool. High of 64.

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Storms around the DMV started to wind down during the Thursday evening rush.

The temperature change the storm brought in its wake, on the other hand, is sticking around.

Storm Alerts

The D.C. metro area and surrounding locations were under a severe storm watch until 10 p.m.

But not everyone in the region got rain: The strongest storms rolled over the areas south and east of D.C.

A line of storms hit the Interstate 95 corridor during the evening rush.

The main threats with the storms were damaging wind gusts and heavy rain — and, in Charles County, Maryland, golf-ball sized hail.

Temperature Drop

While not everyone around the region saw that heavy rain, everyone will feel the temperature change.

After a record high temperature of 87 degrees on Wednesday, and temperatures in the 80s again on Thursday, temperatures plummeted about 20 degrees in two to three hours on Thursday evening.

The high of 86 degrees around 4 p.m. Thursday afternoon dipped into the 60s by 6:45 p.m. that same day.

Future Forecast

Bring a sweater if you head anywhere Friday or over the weekend as temperatures dip after the rain. And with a chance of frost and freeze in some places overnight, you’ll need a jacket for the evening, overnight and early morning hours.

Much of the region will struggle to make it out of the 50s on Friday, with plenty of clouds lingering.

Saturday will bring more clouds, and continued cool weather with highs in the 50s.

Sunday will warm slightly and see a return to sunshine, but temperatures will stay on the cool side in the low 60s.

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The storm system that impacted the Midwest and South of the United States brought to the D.C. area a high wind warning—last seen in April of 2021— that was in effect for most of the region until midnight.

Dominion Energy reported outages affecting 33,157 customers, and Pepco reported outages affecting 7,084 customers as of 11 p.m.

Some early Saturday events were canceled due to rain that totaled .25 inches in the morning, while evening events were postponed.

“After morning rain and clouds, here comes the sun! Into the mid-afternoon hours it’s looking nice and mild,” Storm Team4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper tweeted. “But by the later afternoon and evening hours, winds pick up with some wind damage likely later today.”

Impacted Events

The Cherry Blossom 5K canceled the children’s portion of the race. The adult 5K went on as planned despite the heavy rain early Saturday.

The Tidal Basin Welcome Area for the National Cherry Blossom Festival was canceled by the National Park Service. The cherry blossoms are nearing the end of peak bloom and the wind is expected to increase the amount of falling flowers.

“Due to forecast severe weather this afternoon, the Tidal Basin Welcome Area for the National Cherry Blossom Festival will close at noon today. Everyone, please stay safe!” @NationalMallNPS tweeted.

Bloomaroo at The Wharf was rescheduled from Saturday at 2 to 9 p.m. to the same time on Sunday. The event planned to have live music and a firework finale.

NOMA in Bloom was also rescheduled to Sunday, and Pink in the Park in Arlington, Virginia was postponed.

The Capitol City Little League Opening Day ceremony, which D.C. Mayor Murial Bowser planned to attend at 10 a.m., was canceled by inclement weather. The league’s afternoon games are expected to continue as scheduled.

“Opening Day ceremonies cancelled today due to weather, but stay tuned for a midseason celebration in May that will be bigger, better, and hopefully sunnier! Go Cap City!” Capitol City Little League posted on Facebook.

Despite the morning and evening weather, some events continued while sunshine came out in the afternoon. Here’s the Weekend Scene for a list of events still ongoing this weekend. 

Damaging Winds

After the rainy morning, sunshine and temperatures in the upper 70s were expected Saturday afternoon. Winds of up to 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph could be felt throughout the day, according to Storm Team4.

Winds picked up at around 6 p.m. with a storm or rain possible during the evening hours, according to Draper.

The winds knocked down power lines and branches blocked streets in Silver Spring Saturday. Branches also fell on a car and shattered the windshield.

A photo provided by the Prince George’s County Fire and Rescue showed that a tree fell on top of a home in Landover, Maryland. No one was inside when the tree fell.

Another tree fell across Klingle Road in Northwest D.C. and authorities had to cut it up so that cars could pass.

In Northern Virginia, a traffic light collapsed in Alexandria at the intersection of Holland Lane and Duke Street. The toppled over light blocked off part of the roadway causing police to redirect traffic.

Power outages continued in parts of Maryland and Northern Virginia Sunday morning.

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Several school districts announced they would open two hours late, including Culpeper, Fauquier, Manassas and Manassas Park schools. Here’s a full list of closures and delays.

The first measurable snowfall this winter came down for some areas overnight Wednesday, including at Dulles International Airport. The National Weather Service measured 0.4 inches of snow near Dulles.

Storm Team4 Meteorologist Chuck Bell estimates almost a half-inch of snow fell in some areas. But if you got a good night’s sleep, you may have missed it.

Snow was coming down in Upper Northwest D.C. when NBC4 went on air at 4 a.m.

Snow lovers should enjoy the white coating on grassy areas and cars while it lasts: Temperatures will climb above freezing, and the precipitation will be over by mid-morning. Frigid cold wintry temps are on tap later this week.

Around D.C., the snow isn’t expected to cause much trouble on the roads. Be cautious on overpasses and bridges which are more likely to freeze over. Montgomery County fire department spokesman Pete Piringer said roads were largely OK before sunrise, and the Virginia Department of Transportation said roads are mostly just wet.

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A wintry mix is hitting areas such as Leesburg, Virginia and Frederick, Maryland. Storm Team4 radar indicated a few wet flakes or a little sleet falling near upper Northwest D.C.

Rain is the big weather headline in the metro area. Rain chances will continue until 7-8 p.m. Rainfall could be moderate to heavy at times. Precipitation may total a half-inch or more.

It’s too warm for snow in the D.C. metro area. Temperatures will be in the 40s throughout the day and even overnight.

Public schools are closed Wednesday in Berkeley and Jefferson counties, West Virginia, and Clarke, Frederick, Shenandoah and Warren counties plus Winchester, Virginia on Wednesday. Here’s a full list of school closures.

How Much Snow Could Fall in Maryland and Virginia?

Snow won’t add up to much — there’s less than a 20% chance for an inch of snow in the north and west suburbs of D.C. But roads may get slushy for a few hours. There may be some accumulation on grass, trees and rooftops.

Frederick, Maryland, Frederick, Virginia, and areas along the Interstate 81 corridor are under a winter weather advisory until 4 p.m. Wednesday. Storm Team4 says there’s about an 80% chance for an inch of snow or more in this area.

Even for those areas that do see some snow, the precipitation is forecast to shift to all rain early Wednesday afternoon.

What to Expect for Thursday and the Weekend

The wet weather system is coming in with mild air, so there’s no concern about wet roads freezing overnight.

Sunshine will return Thursday along with gusty winds, so it will feel quite cold even with highs in the mid- to upper 40s. Gusts could reach 30-40 mph.

A steady breeze will stick around Friday, but the weekend is looking nice by January standards. Saturday and Sunday will be milder with highs about 50°.

Some rain is possible late Sunday into early Monday, but it should be gone in time for the morning commute.

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Expect the D.C. area to be drenched by anywhere from 0.5″ to 1″ of rain, and as Storm Team4 Chief Meteorologist Doug Kammerer notes: “Wow, that’s a lot of rain in one day.”

Tuesday’s mild temps began to fall after sunset and will drop into the 30s by 9 to 11 p.m. Expect a dry overnight period

As of Tuesday evening, the storm that we’re watching is way down to the south and west right now, but it is really becoming a monster of a storm. While it will be a big snowmaker for Oklahoma and parts of Missouri, which are under winter storm warnings, that’s not what it’s going to bring us.

Instead, we’ll see rain, but Storm Team4 is not anticipating severe weather from this at all.

The storm will move closer to the D.C. area by early Wednesday morning. However, the metro area will remain 4 to 5 degrees above freezing Wednesday morning, and as the rain comes in, it will be close to 40 degrees, so the roads will be fine in the metro area.

Specifically, the area around the Capital Beltway east of Interstate 95 will get only rain. While you might see some snowflakes falling, nothing will stick to the ground.

However, areas north and west of the District will get some wet snow before it changes over to all rain.

In Virginia, those areas include Loudoun County, central northern Fauquier County, and parts of Virginia just east of Interstate 81. In Maryland, those areas include upper Montgomery County and Frederick County.

Areas beyond that will get some minor accumulating before the precipitation changes over to all rain by 1 p.m., if not earlier. For the most part, though, roads farther to the west of D.C. will likely just be wet as well, since surface temperatures will stay above freezing. Some accumulation is more likely on grass, trees and roofs, but any snow that falls during the morning hours will likely melt by the afternoon and evening as temperatures warm up again.

Behind this storm system, temps will definitely fall back onto the colder side. On Thursday, expect blustery winds gusts up to 35 or 40 mph.

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A winter storm that ushered freezing rain into the Washington, D.C., area early Thursday is shifting to all-rain.

Storm Team4 declared a weather alert for the ice and freezing rain, which slowed traffic. Loudoun County Public Schools closed. Many schools opened late, and the federal government announced a two-hour delay. Track all school closings and delays here.

The problematic precipitation is shifting to plain rain as temperatures warm up in the afternoon. Periods of heavy rainfall are likely all day Thursday.

Snowplows were on standby, ice was a big concern for areas north and west of D.C., and some icicles even formed — including on the NBC4 tower camera. But icy conditions are less of a concern as temperatures head toward highs in the mid- to upper 40s, and the rain will likely melt any icicles left behind.

Winter Weather Advisory Ends in DC Area

A winter weather advisory has concluded for areas including the District; Prince George’s and Montgomery counties in Maryland and Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Loudoun and Prince William counties plus nearby cities in Northern Virginia, the National Weather Service says.

An ice storm warning is set until Thursday evening for areas near the I-81 corridor and along the Blue Ridge Mountains. Dangerous travel conditions, power outages and tree damage are likely due to ice, NWS said.

Winter Storm Timing

Freezing rain, especially west of D.C., persisted until temperatures ticked above the freezing mark. More than an inch of rain fell in the morning, and another inch or more is possible in the second half of the day.

Grab an umbrella and prepare for all-day rain, which could be moderate to heavy at times.

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The weather will improve by the weekend.

Temperatures will be warm enough Friday that ice won’t be a concern in the D.C. metro area.

Friday will be dry from start to finish with sunshine, then expect cool, dry weather for the weekend, Storm Team4 says. Here’s more on the 10-day forecast.

Commuter & School Impacts

Crews are out across D.C., Maryland and Virginia to treat roads.

“We are in emergency operations mode,” the Maryland Department of Transportation’s Shantee Felix said. “We are applying materials and trying to get ahead of the sleet and freezing rain and we’ll be continuing to work it throughout the day.”

Felix advised drivers to delay travel if possible. She said at about 6:35 a.m. that there were no significant areas of concern.

Bridges and overpasses are the areas of greater concern, as elevated areas are more likely to ice over.

Light RailLink trains will be operating at reduced speed, Maryland officials said.

Due to possible icy road conditions, Metro advised customers to prepare for Metrobus service impacts on Thursday.

Prince William County Schools will have a virtual learning day on Thursday. D.C. Public Schools, Alexandria, Arlington County and Montgomery County public schools are among those opening late. Here’s a full list.

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A winter storm will bring sleet, freezing rain and ice to parts of the Washington, D.C., area Thursday.

Storm Team4 declared a weather alert for overnight sleet that will turn into drenching rain throughout Thursday. West of D.C., along the Interstate 81 corridor, significant icing is possible.

Several schools districts will be closed or start classes late on Thursday. Prince William County will have a virtual learning day.

Track all school closings and delays here.

Expect a high-impact event Thursday morning with dangerous freezing rain to the west. Heavy rain will continue through the day past the evening rush hour to the east.

Precipitation will lower the temperature with temperatures approaching freezing to the north and west.

Crews in Virginia, Maryland and the District are treating the roads Wednesday, including by spreading brine on overpasses and bridges.

Winter Weather Advisory for D.C. Area

A winter weather advisory starts at 10 p.m. Wednesday and continues until 1 p.m. Thursday, the National Weather Service says.

Areas impacted include Washington, D.C.; Prince George’s and Montgomery counties in Maryland and Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Loudoun and Prince William counties plus nearby cities in Northern Virginia.

If you have friends, family or business near Martinsburg, West Virginia; Cumberland, Maryland, or Winchester and Luray, Virginia, heads up that an ice storm warning will be in effect from Wednesday evening into Thursday. The National Weather Service says significant icing is expected.

“If you are under an ice storm warning you want to take it really seriously,” Storm Team4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper said.

Areas under an ice warning should plan for power outages, according to Draper.

The D.C. metro area will see a period of freezing rain and/or sleet Thursday morning, but that will be all rain by 9 or 10 a.m. Up to 2 inches of rain is possible. Prepare for a slow, rainy morning commute.

Montgomery County and areas to the west will deal with freezing rain and sleet with p two-tenths of an inch of ice. Roads will be slick and should be avoided Thursday morning. It should be just rain by midday or early afternoon.

In the mountains, up to a half inch of ice is possible and could cause power outages. Avoid traveling in the area Thursday.

To the south, expect just a rain event.

Commuter & School Impacts

Commuters will not be impacted by weather on the road Wednesday. That will change Thursday morning, when drivers are likely to see rain and ice.

Due to possible icy road conditions, Metro advised customer to prepare for Metrobus service impacts on Thursday.

“If you can delay or work from home tomorrow, that is going to be the way to go. The messiest of the weather falls tomorrow between 6, 9, 10 a.m.,” Draper said.

Delays are possible for more schools north and west of D.C., including Loudoun and Fauquier counties in Virginia and Montgomery and Frederick counties in Maryland. Some school day cancellations may be possible in the Shenandoah and Blue Ridge areas, Draper said.

Winter Storm Timing

For the D.C. metro and the northern and western suburbs, the most likely time for freezing rain or sleet will come from 2 a.m. through 8 a.m. Thursday.

As the center of the storm approaches, temperatures will climb. The I-95 corridor should be all rain after 9 a.m. and even the I-81 corridor should be above freezing by noon. Highs in the D.C. area will be in the 36° to 42° range.

A steady rain, moderate at times, will remain well into the late evening hours.

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Temperatures will remain near 40° overnight so travel issues will be limited to just wet pavement for the Friday morning commute.

All the rain will be over by noon on Friday and the area will stay dry throughout the upcoming weekend.

Winter Storm Impacts: Will There Be Snow?

Ice and freezing rain are the main concerns. Sorry, snow lovers, this storm won’t deliver a white Christmas.

Ice accumulations of up to one-tenth of an inch for the D.C. metro area will be possible and could cause slick spots on elevated or untreated surfaces like bridges and overpasses.

For all areas north and west of Dulles International Airport, plus the I-81 corridor, accumulations of ice up to a quarter inch will make travel difficult and dangerous from late Wednesday through about noon Thursday.

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser replayed the District Snow Team to treat roads. The team has 30,000 pounds of salt, 86,000 gallons of brine, and 12,500 gallons of raw beet juice to apply, hoping to prevent ice from accumulating. Pet-friendly solutions are used on pedestrian bridges, the mayor’s office said in a press release.

“Residents and commercial property owners are also encouraged to apply abrasives such as rock salt, deicer, or non-clumping kitty litter to the sidewalks around their properties to reduce the possibility of icing and to prevent slips and falls,” the press release said.

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So what will this winter be like? Here’s what I predict:

Factors for Predicting Snowfall

In making this year’s forecast, I once again looked to the oceans. I looked at the phase of the El Niño. This year we’re in a La Niña again. As a matter of fact, this is the third winter in a row for it.

I also look at the sea surface temperatures in the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic. Once again, they are very warm for this time of year. That could mean more moisture, but will the cold be there to bring more snow? Or, will we see just plain rain?

I look toward the Pacific and the Gulf of Alaska. The sea surface temperatures there can help steer the jet stream, bringing us the cold air we need, but it could also keep us warm.

Additionally, I look to the snow cover over Siberia and North America. That too helps me forecast the amount of cold and snow we might see.

Looking at those factors, I think we will be wearing the rain coats and umbrellas a whole lot more than the winter coats and snow boots.

During La Niñas, our region tends to be warm and wet, not cold and white, and I see that again for this year. Looking back at the past, similar years have not had much snowfall at all. Those same years had bouts of heavy rain and with a warm Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic.

I expect storms that move in from the south will bring with them warmer air and more rain this winter.

Warmer Winter

Here’s the part I hate to even mention, but I know this will make some of you very happy: I am predicting one of the warmest winters ever! This winter could wind up in the top five warmest in our history and with warm temperatures come a lot less snowfall.

I am seeing very little chance of any good snowstorms. If we see a good storm, it will most likely come in January. That is the one month I think we see some good cold weather.

However, December will be above average and I think February and March will be extremely warm.

Snowfall Totals

As far as snowfall, I am predicting just 1-6 inches of snow for the entire D.C. area and I am leaning toward the lower side of that.

Yes, we will see a little more to the north and west, but I’m not expecting much at all for areas to the south and east.

This is one forecast I hope I get wrong!

The warning is for parts of D.C., Prince George’s County and Charles County in Maryland, and Arlington, Falls Church and Alexandria in Virginia, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).

Temperatures are expected to be sub-freezing, in the 20s -30s. The cold may cause damage to crops, other vegetation and outdoor plumbing, the NWS said.

A full list of weather alerts from the National Weather Service can be found here.

“Temperatures could be dropping quickly below the freezing mark, due to the light winds and those cooler than average temperatures,” Storm Team4 Meteorologist Clay Anderson said.

To prepare for the cold, Anderson recommends outdoor plants be brought inside.

“This area here, could see temperatures 31, 32 degrees, and that’s why you want to bring those plants, or whatever you are trying to grow, outside, inside,” Anderson said.

D.C. has activated this season’s first hypothermia alert. It is set to begin at 6 p.m. tonight and will continue until conditions approve, according to a release from the D.C. Mayor‘s office.

The alert asks residents to help neighbors experiencing homelessness get out of the cold. Transporation to a shelter can be requested by calling 202-399-7093 or 311.

Last week, temperatures made some days feel more like the month of September. On Saturday, temperatures reached 70 degrees. On Sunday, temperatures cooled down to the 40s-50s.

A December feel is expected in the week ahead as daytime highs are expected to stay below 50 all week. Monday will be breezy and sunny with temps in the 40s-50s. A freeze could happen Monday evening into Tuesday morning as well.

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During peak trick-or-treating hours, expect a high chance of on-and-off rain, plus temps in the low 60s, Storm Team4 Meteorologist Chuck Bell said.

The high chance of rain will make showing-off costumes and gathering candy tricky, although temperatures will be a treat. It won’t be too cold with highs in the mid- to upper 60s, then lows between 50° and 58°.

Remember an umbrella, raincoat or see-through slicker when you head out for candy — even if it’s not raining when you leave, wet weather could sneak up on you, Storm Team4 Meteorologist Chuck Bell said.

“I cannot promise you dry weather for trick-or-treating this evening, so make sure your costumes are either waterproof or at least watertight,” Bell said.

Rain could be moderate at times. Rain chances will be at 60% by 4 p.m. Watch out for ghosts and goblins once the sun sets at 6:09 p.m. Rain chances will be at 80% by 8 p.m.

Spooky season ends Tuesday and rain chances will go away in the afternoon. The ghosts may be asleep for another year, but the above-average temperatures will haunt the D.C. area during the first week of November.

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There’s an 80% chance of rain Thursday. After a rainy start to the day, prepare for the second wave of precipitation about 4 to 7 p.m.

The good news? We’ll be back to sunshine by Friday.

Remember an umbrella and rain gear! Rain will be heavy at times.

Two Rainy Periods on Thursday

The first round of steady morning rain soaked the D.C. area. A little sunshine may break through in the early afternoon.

Another line of showers and thunderstorms will arrive with the cold front.

Isolated strong to severe storms could develop, and gusty winds are the biggest potential threat. The National Weather Service says the severe weather threat level is 1 out of 5 (marginal). The highest chance for a storm is for areas south and east of Washington.

Dry conditions will likely return by 11 p.m., Storm Team4 says.

Rainfall is expected to total about a quarter to half-inch, Storm Team4 says.

10-Day Forecast for the D.C. Area

The weather will take a fast turn for the better, but watch out for more rain chances to close out the weekend.

Sunny skies and highs about 64° to 70° are on tap for Friday, and Saturday will be a little warmer with highs about 75°.

Sunday will start mild, but showers are likely by sunset. Monday will also bring a 30% chance of rain.

A much cooler pattern will settle for the middle of next week, with highs in the 50s from Tuesday to Thursday.

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Saturday is expected to be a rainy and windy day with gusts up to 40 mph. Skies remain cloudy with passing rain showers and cool temperatures throughout the day, according to the National Weather Service.

Heavy rain will be more of a concern on Sunday.

The D.C. area won’t get severe weather with this storm, but minor to moderate coastal flooding is a possibility.

Southern Maryland and southeastern Virginia are some of the areas bracing for more disruptive impacts. In Arlington, Alexandria and Charles counties, coastal flood advisories are set from early Saturday to Sunday.

The D.C. area won’t see anything close to the widespread destruction in parts of Florida.

Several inches of rain could lead to scattered flooding issues.

There’s a 90% chance for at least 2 inches of rainfall, a 40% chance of up to 4 inches, and a 10% chance for 5 inches or more.

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Windy, wet and cool weather is set to persist through at least Sunday. Expect highs to only reach the upper 50s to low 60s on Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

The storm will begin to unravel early next week. Monday’s rain chances will be about 60% and Thursday’s about 40%. Sunshine returns to the forecast for Wednesday.

On the other side of all this rain, a nice stretch of pleasant October weather is on tap.

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Storm Team4 is tracking rain starting Friday night into Saturday and wind gusts up to 30 mph over the weekend. 

“As we head throughout the weekend, the moisture from Ian makes its way into our area,” Storm Team4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper said Wednesday. 

First, Wednesday and Thursday are set to be clear and breezy, with highs of 70. 

Then, rain is expected Friday night into Saturday morning and at times on Saturday, Sunday, Monday and possibly Tuesday. One to more than 2 inches of rain are possible, which could lead to minor flooding. 

Temperatures will drop soon, with highs in the mid- to high 60s Friday through Sunday, and lows in the mid- to high 50s. 

Expect a “rainy, chilly, raw autumn weekend as we welcome in October,” Draper said. 

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency starting Friday, allowing the commonwealth to mobilize resources for response and recovery efforts in regions that could be impacted by Ian, like Virginia Beach and Norfolk, which could get tropical storm-force winds. 

Stay with Storm Team4 and NBC Washington as the forecast evolves. 

The watch applies to Prince George’s and Charles counties in Maryland, along with the City of Alexandria, Fairfax and Prince William counties in Virginia.

A full list of weather alerts from the National Weather Service can be found here.

A tornado warning has expired for Frederick County, Virginia. A severe thunderstorm warning for parts of Loudoun, Montgomery, Frederick, Washington, Clarke and Jefferson counties in Maryland has also expired.

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But our changing climate is taking the chill out of autumn. Fall temperatures have gone up almost 3 degrees across the United States compared to 50 years ago, a Climate Central study found.

Climate Central looked at about 250 cities and found that 97% of them now experience a warmer fall season compared to 1970.

Washington, D.C., is clocking nine more fall days with above-normal temperatures compared to 1970, while the biggest warming has happened in Nevada, Texas and Arizona, Climate Central found.

This warming doesn’t just shorten sweater and boot season.

It means your air conditioner would run longer, increasing energy costs and prolonging the period when people are at risk of heat-related illnesses — particularly more vulnerable groups including children and residents of low-income communities.

Do you have allergies or asthma? With a warming autumn, we are seeing a longer and more intense pollen season.

Finally, a warmer fall means disease-carrying insects like mosquitos and ticks stick around longer.

The warning covered parts of D.C., Prince George’s County, Maryland, and Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Manassas, Manassas Park, Fairfax County and Prince William County in Virginia, the National Weather Service said.

A tornado warning was in effect for parts of Fairfax, Prince William and Charles counties from about 5 to 5:15 p.m. Another tornado warning was briefly in effect earlier in the afternoon for parts of Fauquier and Culpeper counties.

Storm Team4 declared a weather alert ahead of the expected storms. A full list of weather alerts from the National Weather Service can be found here.

Sunny, beautiful weather is expected to return Tuesday.

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Storm Team4 has declared a weather alert for rain, plus flood watches and warnings in the D.C. area as several inches of rain were set to fall in the region.

A flood warning and flood watch have expired.

Remember: Never drive into a flooded roadway. Turn around, don’t drown.

“It’s not an all-day event, but it’s an impactful event during the morning hours,” Storm Team4 Meteorologist Somara Theodore said.

Tuesday Rain Timing and Potential Totals

Waves of rain rolled over the D.C. area Tuesday morning.

Showers were set to drop 1 to 3 inches of rain but amounts up to 4 inches were possible in isolated spots, the National Weather Service said.

Skies began to clear up about lunchtime, although spotty showers may continue in areas north and west of D.C. into the evening. Highs will reach the low 80s.

Storm Team4 is tracking more on-and-off showers through Wednesday.

Partly sunny skies are set to return by Thursday.

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A line of storms began coming into parts of Northern Virginia about 3:30 p.m. and moved out of the D.C. region by about 7 p.m.

Beautiful weather will settle in for the rest of the week and much of Labor Day weekend.

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Afternoon highs will stay mostly in the mid-80s for the rest of the week amid lower humidity.

Labor Day Weekend Forecast in the DC Area

The early outlook for the long weekend includes plenty of sunshine Friday to Sunday. There’s a 40% rain chance on Monday, so stay with Storm Team4 to keep an eye on the forecast.

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The flash flooding caught drivers off guard on the Capital Beltway causing some cars to stall. Maryland State Police officials said multiple overwhelmed storm drains led to flooding on the Outer Loop near the Good Luck Road overpass.

At least two cars in two separate areas less than a half-mile apart stalled out in flash flooding. Everyone was able to get out of those cars without assistance, and no injuries were reported. Other drivers had to be rescued from vehicles by firefighters using inflatable boats.

Flooding also shut down the southbound lanes of the Third Street Tunnel in D.C. Police said the New York Avenue NW and Massachusetts Avenue NW tunnel exits were closed due to high standing water. They diverted traffic to Fourth Street and New York Avenue NW, and asked drivers to use alternate routes.

In Northeast D.C., brown floodwaters rose around Rhode Island Avenue. Video from District Dogs, a dog day care, showed several feet of water covering the front door and windows. Water could be seen seeping through the walls and bubbling up from drains in the floor. The store’s staff used sandbags to help keep the worst of the flooding from entering the business.

This isn’t the first time flooding has inundated District Dogs. On Friday, a flash flood caused water to pour into the boarding house and pet spa. Some 40 dogs were inside at the time of the flooding. Luckily, the pets and staff were left unharmed.

Meanwhile, storm drains overwhelmed by the heavy rains gushed like a geyser at the intersection of 19th and D streets NE. District police were stationed at the corner, but drivers continued to pass through the fast-moving water.

DC Water said it’s working on a long-term fix for flooding in some neighborhoods in Northeast. It said the goal is to expand the capacity of the sewer system, which isn’t equipped to handle the population growth of the past 100 years.

Construction is underway on the Northeast Boundary Tunnel (NEBT) to address “chronic flooding in the Bloomingdale and LeDroit Park neighborhoods, at the Rhode Island Metro station area, and on Mount Olivet Road NE,” DC Water says. Officials said that could reduce the chance of flooding in those areas from 50% to 7%. The project isn’t expected to be complete until 2023.

Remember: If you’re driving and you see standing water, turn around and don’t drown.

Ankle-deep water covered the entrance to the Greenbelt Metro station and water poured through the ceiling of the Capitol South station as the storms roared outside.

As much as 4.2 inches of rain poured from the skies Wednesday across Prince George’s County. Drivers on the Beltway near Route 301 contended with 3.1 inches of rain, while in Northeast D.C., 2.5 inches fell near Minnesota Avenue. The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Warning for the District and multiple counties in Maryland and Virginia until the 8 o’clock hour. A flood warning went into effect at 2 p.m.

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A month’s worth of rain pounded many areas in just a few hours, Storm Team4 Meteorologist Ryan Miller said.

A flood warning is in effect until 8:45 a.m. for Prince George’s County as showers linger on Thursday morning. The National Weather Service reports flooding in the Upper Marlboro area. Other flood warnings and watches have expired. Here’s a full list of severe weather alerts.

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Rainfall Totals

Storm Team4 said more than 4 inches of rain have fallen in Prince George’s County, 2.5 inches in Northeast D.C. near Minnesota Avenue, more than 3 inches at the Beltway and Route 301 and 1.5 inches in downtown D.C.

Flooded Roads in D.C. Area

Cars stranded in flood waters are blocking traffic on the Capital Beltway outer loop in Greenbelt, Maryland.

Flooding has also shut down the southbound lanes of the 3rd Street Tunnel in D.C. Police said the New York Avenue NW and Massachusetts Avenue NW tunnel exits are closed due to high standing water. They are diverting traffic to 4th Street and New York Avenue NW, and asking drivers to use alternate routes.

Other road closures include Rhode Island Ave NE near the metro station and Lawyers Road near Hunter Mill Road in Vienna, Virginia.

Remember: If you’re driving and you see standing water, turn around and don’t drown.

The D.C. area has grappled with disrupting flooding lately: District Dogs day care on Rhode Island Avenue was inundated with high water over the weekend, and drivers in the Riverdale, Maryland, area were swept away by floods during the Monday evening commute.

Wednesday’s storms flooded District Dogs once again. Cloudy, brown water was seen rushing above a door — just a few inches shy of the handle.

Flash flooding can quickly create dangerous conditions on the roads. Never drive into a flooded roadway — the water could be much deeper than you think.

Weather Forecast: Relief from Storms, Heat on the Way

Wednesday was another hot and sticky day before the storms, with the heat index reaching 99° before noon.

It could be our last day at 90° for a while.

By Thursday, our shifting weather pattern will give us a hint that summer is winding down. Expect cooler, less humid air to settle in. Here’s the Storm Team4 forecast.

Thursday is set to begin with cloudy skies and more morning showers. Rain chances are set to diminish by noon to 2 p.m. Highs are expected in the 80° to 86° range.

Highs will be in the upper 70s to lower 80s through the weekend amid mostly sunny skies.

Cool mornings will come on Saturday and Sunday as temperatures drop to near 60° in D.C. and well down into the 50s for areas north and west of Dulles International Airport.

The heat will not come back next week, but rain chances will. Make the most of the weekend sunshine.

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Storm Team4 declared a weather alert due to the storm risk and heat. Track all weather alerts here.

Friday’s bad weather came one day after storms hit the region with rain, lots of lightning and thunder. An apparent lightning strike killed three people and critically injured one other at Lafayette Square near the White House Thursday evening.

As another storm arrived Friday afternoon, police were asking people to leave Lafayette Square, which was again experiencing lightning and rain. 

In Northeast, D.C. Friday evening, the storms flooded neighborhood streets. Videos show cars driving through water and past street barriers.

“Remember do not drive into the water, it can be a lot higher than you think,” anchor Adam Tuss said.

Highs reached the low 90s Friday afternoon, with feels-like temperatures near 100°.

Thursday’s afternoon highs at Reagan, Dulles and BWI-Marshall airports were 95°, 97° and 99° respectively, with rainfall amounts of 0.93 inches, 0.72 inches and 1.22 inches.

The steamy, stormy weather pattern will continue over the weekend.

Weekend Forecast for the D.C. Area and Outlook for Next Week

Weekend storms won’t be as widespread, but you’ll want to keep an eye on the forecast for any plans to get outdoors or travel.

Afternoon heat index values will rise to about 100° Saturday and Sunday amid temperatures in the upper 80s to low 90s.

Storms are likely both days in the 3 to 9 p.m. time frame.  Saturday’s rain chances are at 60%, and Sunday’s chances sit at 40%.

Rain chances will drop a bit for Monday before ramping up again in the middle of next week. Expect highs to keep getting above 90° until at least Wednesday.

Heat Safety Tips

Intense heat can quickly become dangerous. Keep an eye on vulnerable groups including newborns, infants, children and the elderly.

“Heat is one of the leading weather-related killers in the United States, resulting in hundreds of fatalities each year,” the National Weather Service says.

To stay safe in the heat, stay hydrated and opt for water and sports drinks over sugary beverages. Take shade breaks. Know the signs of heat-related illness. Avoid strenuous outdoor activities, or move them to the cooler morning hours.

Never leave a pet or kids alone in a parked car. Temperatures in cars can rise to lethal levels within minutes, even with the windows cracked, according to KidsandCars.org.

Wearing loose, light-colored clothing can also help you stay cool.

D.C. says it declares a heat emergency when temperatures or the heat index reach 95°. Cooling centers open during a heat emergency, here’s how to find a cooling center plus free transport.

Spray parks and public pools are another way to cool down. Pools and spray parks are open throughout the region.

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Thunderstorms are moving through parts of the D.C. area after a day of extremely hot weather.

A flash flood warning is in effect for parts of D.C. and the suburbs until 1:15 a.m.

A heat advisory was in effect for much of the D.C. area most of the day. High temperatures were in the mid-90s, but humidity made it feel much hotter.

Track all weather alerts here.

An apparent lightning strike critically injured four people near the White House Thursday evening.

Friday will be a few degrees cooler — with a high of about 92° — but be prepared for another round of afternoon storms.

Heat Safety Tips

Intense heat can quickly become dangerous. Keep an eye on vulnerable groups including newborns, infants, children and the elderly.

“Heat is one of the leading weather-related killers in the United States, resulting in hundreds of fatalities each year,” the National Weather Service says.

To stay safe in the heat, stay hydrated and opt for water and sports drinks over sugary beverages. Take shade breaks. Know the signs of heat-related illness. Avoid strenuous outdoor activities, or move them to the cooler morning hours.

Never leave a pet or kids alone in a parked car. Temperatures in cars can rise to lethal levels within minutes, even with the windows cracked, according to KidsandCars.org.

Wearing loose, light-colored clothing can also help you stay cool.

D.C. says it declares a heat emergency when temperatures or the heat index reach 95°. Cooling centers open during a heat emergency, here’s how to find a cooling center plus free transport.

Spray parks and public pools are another way to cool down. Pools and spray parks are open throughout the region.

Some showers moved through parts of the D.C. area earlier Friday.

There’s a risk for stronger storms after 3 p.m. and until 9 p.m. Damaging wind gusts, brief periods of torrential rain and frequent lightning would be the main threats.

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for Charles County, Maryland, until 8 p.m.

The severe weather outlook is most serious in the metro D.C. area and to the south, the National Weather Service says.

Temperatures reached the high 80s in the afternoon.

Most, if not all, of the storms will be over by midnight and skies will begin to clear towards sunrise.

Weekend Forecast for DC, Maryland and Virginia

The weekend forecast is looking nice for your outdoor plans.

Saturday will be dry with a nice, noticeable drop in humidity. Expect highs in the mid-80s. Sunday will turn more humid, and there will be a 20% chance for late day showers.

The next big chance for rain and storms in the D.C. area comes Monday. There’s a 60% chance of rain and thunder, with locally heavy rain possible.

High heat is expected to return for the remainder of next week.

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Damaging winds and heavy rain were the biggest threats. Flooding is also a concern.

Severe thunderstorm warnings and watches were issued for parts of the area. A flash flood watch was issued for St. Mary’s County. Go here to see all weather alerts from the National Weather Service.

D.C. operated under a heat emergency, which the District government declares when the temperature or heat index reaches 95°. Cooling centers were open. Go here for a map.

10-Day Forecast in DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia

We’re looking at several days of unsettled weather, with rain possible every day of the workweek. We’ll get some much-needed relief from the heat on Tuesday, with high temperatures dipping to 80. 

Temperatures will climb up to the high 80s on Wednesday, low 90s on Thursday and back down a little to the high 80s on Friday. 

We’re looking at temperatures in the mid-80s to high 80s on Saturday and Sunday, with a chance of rain Sunday.

Stay with Storm Team4 and NBC Washington for updates on the forecast. 

The good news for Friday and Saturday: Humidity levels are a little lower, providing a touch of relief. Your outdoor plans will be safe from rain, but protect yourself from the heat by staying hydrated, seeking shade and taking breaks.

Highs still soared into the 90s again amid sunny skies Friday afternoon.

On Saturday, temperatures will be a couple of degrees warmer, and the heat index will near 100°.

The heat index on Sunday is set to near 105° as humidity picks up again. Expect highs in the upper 90s; there’s a 50/50 chance that D.C. could record its first 100° day since 2016, Storm Team4 says.

There’s a 20% chance of a pop-up shower or storm, but most of the D.C. area will stay dry until Monday. The workweek will begin with a 60% chance for rain and some thunderstorms. It will also be mostly cloudy and humid.

Eleven outdoor pools in D.C. will operate with extended hours on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Thursday. Go here for the list of indoor pools, outdoor pools and spray parks. 

Heat Safety Tips

Intense heat can quickly become dangerous. Keep an eye on vulnerable groups including newborns, infants, children and the elderly.

“Heat is one of the leading weather-related killers in the United States, resulting in hundreds of fatalities each year,” the National Weather Service says.

To stay safe in the heat, stay hydrated and opt for water and sports drinks over sugary beverages. Take shade breaks. Know the signs of heat-related illness. Avoid strenuous outdoor activities, or move them to the cooler morning hours.

Never leave a pet or kids alone in a parked car. Temperatures in cars can rise to lethal levels within minutes, even with the windows cracked, according to KidsandCars.org.

Wearing loose, light-colored clothing can also help you stay cool.

D.C. says it declares a heat emergency when temperatures or the heat index reach 95°. Cooling centers open during a heat emergency, here’s how to find a cooling center plus free transport.

Spray parks and public pools are another way to cool down. Pools and spray parks are open throughout the region.

Stay with Storm Team4 for the latest forecast. Download the NBC Washington app on iOS and Android to get severe weather alerts on your phone.

A heat advisory for the Washington, D.C., area is over after storms moved in and the temperature dropped.

The hottest weather of the year is gripping the region for the next four to five days.

Severe thunderstorm watches were issued for Calvert and St. Mary’s counties. Severe thunderstorm warnings were in effect elsewhere in Maryland but later expired. Go here to see all weather alerts from the National Weather Service.

High temperatures rocketed to the mid- to upper 90s Thursday.

The heat index — or feels-like temperatures — may reach 100° to 105° due to humidity.

Widely scattered storms could develop as a front pushes in during the afternoon, especially south and east of D.C. There’s a 20% chance of rain, but any storms could become severe due to the heat.

Temperatures will continue ramping up, and Sunday is likely to be the hottest day.

Eleven outdoor pools in D.C. will operate with extended hours on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Thursday. Go here for the list of indoor pools, outdoor pools and spray parks. 

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Relief from the sweltering weather is several days away.

On Friday and Saturday afternoons, temperatures will rise to near 100° and a heat advisory may once again be issued for areas near the Chesapeake Bay. The good news is that it will be slightly less humid.

Unfortunately, Sunday will likely be the peak of this heat wave. Brace for afternoon highs near 100° and higher humidity levels bringing the heat index to 105°-110°. An excessive heat warning is likely to be issued for Sunday.

A cold front will arrive on Monday bringing thunderstorms and lowering the temperatures back to near normal levels — still around 90°.

Heat Safety Tips

Intense heat can quickly become dangerous. Keep an eye on vulnerable groups including newborns, infants, children and the elderly.

“Heat is one of the leading weather-related killers in the United States, resulting in hundreds of fatalities each year,” the National Weather Service says.

To stay safe in the heat, stay hydrated and opt for water and sports drinks over sugary beverages. Take shade breaks. Know the signs of heat-related illness. Avoid strenuous outdoor activities, or move them to the cooler morning hours.

Never leave a pet or kids alone in a parked car. Temperatures in cars can rise to lethal levels within minutes, even with the windows cracked, according to KidsandCars.org.

Wearing loose, light-colored clothing can also help you stay cool.

D.C. says it declares a heat emergency when temperatures or the heat index reach 95°. Cooling centers open during a heat emergency, here’s how to find a cooling center plus free transport.

Spray parks and public pools are another way to cool down. Pools and spray parks are open throughout the region.

Will D.C. Reach 100°?

Temperatures in D.C. haven’t reached officially reached 100° since August 2016 (The heat index, which factors in humidity to explain how hot your body thinks it is, has reached triple-digits several times throughout the summer).

But that could change this weekend. Storm Team4 Meteorologist Chuck Bell has upped the chances of seeing triple-digit temps.

Chances of reaching 100° are 10% on Friday, 40% on Saturday and 60% on Sunday.

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A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for much of the D.C. area Monday, including: the District of Columbia; Frederick, Montgomery and Prince George’s counties in Maryland, and Arlington, Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudoun and Prince William counties and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Manassas and Manassas Park in Virginia. The watch continues until 10 p.m.

In addition, a flood watch was issued for the metro area from 4 p.m. Monday until midnight. Go here to see all weather alerts from the National Weather Service.

Tornado warnings were issued for parts of Baltimore and Carroll counties and later expired.

More storms are expected Thursday, before high pressure once again takes over and leaves us sweating our way into the weekend.

Monday Night:

• Scattered Evening Storms
• Mostly Cloudy
• Muggy
• Wind: Southwest 5-10 mph
• Chance Of Rain: 40%
• Lows: 68°-74°
• Sunset 8:31 p.m.

High Heat Across the Globe This Week

The heat around the world will be the biggest weather headline of the week.

Even here in the D.C. area, where we haven’t seen any prolonged periods of extreme heat this summer, almost every day of the next week will be at or above 90°. Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s afternoon highs will easily reach the low 90s.

London, England, will be near 100° Monday, and 103° Tuesday, which could break the all-time hot weather record. They will then cool back into the 70s for the rest of the week.

Dallas, Texas, will be near 108° Monday and is likely to have high temperatures above 100° for at least the next two weeks.

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Downed trees cleaved a College Park home in two and crushed a car in the Olney area of Montgomery County.

Winds up to 85 mph swept through some areas.

Thousands of BGE and Pepco power customers in Maryland were still without power as of Wednesday afternoon.

Damage and Power Outages

Prince George’s County Fire and EMS said it received 360 calls for service since the storms blew through. The worst of the damage is concentrated on College Park, Berwyn Heights and Greenbelt, where dozens of trees came down.

The University of Maryland said all in-person and remote instruction and administrative operations were canceled Wednesday, including telework and in-person orientation, due to power outages.

A University of Maryland student was seriously injured when a tree struck his home in the 5000 block of Lakeland Road in College Park, the fire department said.

The City of College Park described damage there as “major.” Dozens of people have been displaced across the county and the Red Cross said it is assisting them.

As of about 7 p.m., Baltimore Gas and Electric Company reported more than 40,000 customers had no power throughout Maryland. More than 6,000 Pepco customers in Prince George’s County still had no power by 7 p.m.

A spokesperson for BGE gave the following statement about the outages:

“BGE continues to work to restore system damage from the severe storms that impacted our area late Tuesday afternoon and into the evening. Due to the widespread damage, more than 800 personnel from other utility companies in multiple states are actively working with BGE to restore power to impacted customers. Crews are staged out of three staging areas at Ripken Field, Timonium Fairgrounds, and BWI Airport,” the statement read.

“We are expecting to restore 90% of customers by tomorrow night. However, due to extensive damage from fallen trees, some equipment may not be accessible and repairs to damaged equipment may take longer than anticipated. Please assume that all wires are energized at lethal voltages. Never assume that a wire is safe to touch or be near. Call BGE at 1-877-778-2222 to report fallen electrical lines, power outages and gas odors.”

Two roommates fought their way through downed trees only to find their house split in half.

“Our roommate was home, and he text us that the tree fell on the house and the house is completely destroyed,” one man said. “It didn’t seem like it was gonna be that bad, and then once I actually saw it – I mean, I didn’t even have to see it yet because driving into our neighborhood, all of the trees were fallen down on the road.”

Dwight Brooks said his wife’s family once owned the home that was cleaved into two and described the stunning storm.

“A roar. And everything was moving so fast. It was like — you act now and get to the basement,” he said. “The hail was hitting the cars, the hail was hitting the windows… it blew the patio furniture across the back yard.”

Several trees also fell onto homes and smashed cars in the Olney area of Montgomery County. Dozens could not go inside after what residents describe as a five-minute storm.

“We got obliterated by something, either a wind storm or a tornado, a lot of trees uprooted,” resident Paul Fuller said. He described how he rushed his boys and wife into the basement for safety.

In D.C., firefighters are responding to reports of downed trees in the upper area of the Northwest quadrant of the city.

“Literally this took place in less than five minutes. It was a beautiful day and then wham,” resident James Garman said. “I heard a loud explosion, came outside and found this. It was definitely nothing we could’ve expected.”

D.C. Fire and EMS was called to the 3200 block of Cathedral Avenue NW about 6:30 p.m. for reports of downed live wires and found a high-tension power line was brought down on two cars and was arcing. Both cars eventually caught fire causing smoke that could be seen from across the city.

Firefighters could not put water on the flames until Pepco de-energized the line. Once crews arrived and did so, the fire department extinguished the flames.

The extent of the damage in Northern Virginia and elsewhere is unclear at this time.

Amtrak Train 66 was stuck south of Culpeper, Virginia, due to a downed tree on the tracks. It was delayed by more than seven hours by the time it began moving again overnight. Another train was stuck near Quantico.

A Backstreet Boys concert that was scheduled at the outdoor Jiffy Lube Live amphitheater in Bristow, Virginia, was postponed due to the severe weather.

A severe thunderstorm watch was issued earlier Tuesday for most of the D.C. region. A flood watch was in effect until midnight in many of the same areas.

The rain added up to about a half-inch for those that got it, but the wind was fierce. Gusts at Dulles, Reagan National and BWI-Marshall airports were measured at 61, 51 and 45 mph respectively.

Quieter weather is on tap for the next few days following the severe storms.

Stay with Storm Team4 and NBC Washington for more details on the forecast. 

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The storm moved across the Midwest and into the Mid-Atlantic region in June 2012. News4 and Storm Team4 took a look back as part of our NBC Washington Rewind series.

“When I think back about June 29, 2012, that to me is just a day I will never, ever forget,” Storm Team4 Meteorologist Doug Kammerer said.

The storm brought 70 to 90 mph winds, ripped off roofs, destroyed cars, knocked out power, tore down thousands of trees and sent temperatures soaring to 100 degrees.

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“I am struggling because I don’t have any power,” one woman affected by the storm said.

“When I heard the roof fall, I looked out and I see it peeling back, and I instinctually just ran,” a man said.

Since then, Pepco has invested millions to make the power system more reliable, including by placing power lines underground instead of overhead.

“I think the derecho showed us how significant weather events can really impact us,” Donna Cooper, president of Pepco in the region, said.

The word derecho itself still sparks fear in many people who lived through the storm after what they went through, Kammerer said.

Widely scattered showers and thunderstorms moved through the area in the afternoon and evening, prompting several severe thunderstorm warnings.

A severe thunderstorm watch for the metro area has been canceled.

A full list of weather alerts can be found here.

Friday is set to be very hot, with a high of 97 and a 20% chance of rain. 

The weekend will be breezy, comfortable and less humid. It will be “a treat for June in our area,” Draper said. 

We’re set to have a beautiful Monday, with high temps in the low 80s, and then we’ll feel the humidity again starting Tuesday, with temps climbing toward 90.

Stay with Storm Team4 and NBC Washington for updates on the forecast. 

Heavy rain, flooding and strong winds with gusts up to 60 mph are the biggest risks, Storm Team4 said. Hail is also possible. There’s a low risk for a tornado. Storm Team4 has declared a weather alert.

The National Weather Service said shortly before 2 p.m. that showers and thunderstorms were redeveloping across the D.C. area.

The new round of stormy weather is coming after severe thunderstorms pushed into parts of Maryland, including Frederick, early Tuesday morning.

The second wave will likely bring some strong to severe storms to parts of Northern Virginia and areas farther from D.C. including eastern West Virginia, central Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley.

“This is a really tricky forecast. We could have a boom or a bust out there, so you need to stay weather-ready,” Storm Team4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper said.

There’s an 80% chance of rain Tuesday, but some sunshine could return during the afternoon. Highs will get near 80°. Tuesday night will be mainly clear and humid.

Another round of storms is possible Wednesday morning and on Thursday. Again, some could be strong to severe.

Hot temperatures will soon grip the D.C. area. Expect highs in the upper 80s on Wednesday and Thursday, then above 90° on Friday.

The weekend weather forecast is looking nice with highs near 80° and sunshine.

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Several severe thunderstorm and flash flood warnings and watches were issued throughout the area. See all weather alerts here.

Several drivers had to be rescued from flooding at Massachusetts Avenue and Goldsboro Road in Bethesda.

Helen Leon said she tried to get to higher ground, but rising water engulfed her car.

“That’s when I knew, I’m in some trouble,” she told News4. Still, she’s optimistic. “At least this didn’t happen on Monday, Tuesday. It’s almost the weekend.”

One family is breathing a huge sigh of relief after a tree came crashing down onto their roof. A man and his granddaughter were inside, but are safe.

Mario Parada said he was in the basement when heard something strong, ran upstairs and saw a big tree.

Fallen trees blocked roads and knocked down power lines around the area. Thousands of people lost power.

“Damaging winds will cause some trees and large branches to fall,” the weather service said. “This could injure those outdoors, as well as  damage homes and vehicles. Roadways may become blocked by downed trees. Localized power outages are possible. Unsecured light objects may become projectiles.”

Storm Team4 declared Thursday a weather alert day. The severe weather outlook was two out of five (slight), according to the National Weather Service.

“We’re likely to see one or two storms go severe, possibly more, in a line of storms that will be passing through,” Storm Team4 Meteorologist Somara Theodore said.

Storm Team4 weather radar showed multiple rounds of thunderstorms.

“Some of these will be slow-movers, so they’ll be around for a bit of time,” Theodore said.

Once we get through the severe weather threat on Thursday, the forecast will improve for the weekend. Friday through Sunday, there will be plenty of sunshine, and temperatures will top out in the low 80s.

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Thunderstorms with dangerous wind gusts, hail and blinding rain would slow travel Friday afternoon and evening, including along Interstate 95 and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, Storm Team4 says.

“This is going to be a very active severe weather day on our getaway Friday,” Meteorologist Chuck Bell said.

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Friday will be a Storm Team4 weather alert day. The severe weather outlook is level two of five (slight), the National Weather Service says.

Multiple rounds of high-impact weather are expected in the afternoon and evening. Overall, there’s an 80% chance of rain.

The strongest storms are expected to hit the Interstate 81 corridor from noon to 5 p.m., the Interstate 95 corridor from 4-8 p.m. and the Bay Bridge and beaches from 6-10 p.m.

Memorial Day Weekend Forecast in DC, Maryland, Northern Virginia

The rest of the long weekend will be pretty nice — the weather will slowly improve from Friday to Monday.

On Saturday, there’s a 30% chance for lingering rain amid highs near 80°.

Sunday and Memorial Day will be generally sunny and warm — those are your beach days.

Highs on Sunday will be in the low to mid-80s. Monday will be a few degrees warmer, and Tuesday through Thursday of next week will be close to 90°.

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Highs are in the 90s on Saturday afternoon, and the humidity will make it feel even hotter. Expect partly sunny skies. Isolated storms are possible west of D.C.

In the District, temperatures hit 90° by noon and may reach 95° by 6 p.m. Temperatures will still be in the 80s after sunset, Storm Team4 says. Go here for an hour-by-hour forecast of temperatures in your zip code.

D.C. residents can find their closest cooling center via this interactive map.

The average high temperatures for this time of year are in the mid-70s. The sudden blast of hot weather could put people at higher risk of heat-related illness, the National Weather Service said.

Brace for more sweltering, summery heat on Sunday — plus showers and storms in the afternoon and evening. Highs are expected to reach the 90s again.

Storm Team4 radar shows a round of storms rolling through about 5:30 p.m.

The heat won’t last long. A cold front is set to move in, and by Monday highs will only be in the 70s.

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DC Heat Emergency Activated

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser declared a heat emergency for Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. During a heat emergency activation, residents are urged to stay cool, check on seniors and other vulnerable neighbors, and to call the shelter hotline (202-399-7093) for those who need free transportation to a cooling center.

The abrupt rise in temperatures brings a higher risk of heat-related illness, the National Weather Service says.

Be safe in the heat by drinking plenty of water, taking breaks and avoiding sun exposure. Loose, light-colored clothing can help you stay cool. Watch out for children, pets and older people in the heat.

Major League Soccer and D.C. United pushed back the home match at Audi Field on Saturday due to the forecast. They cited a desire to “prioritize the health and safety of players and fans.”

Some Spray Parks Open Early in DC

Select spray parks in the District were set to open Saturday at 10 a.m. to help people cope with the heat. The spray parks will be open this Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day. They’ll be closed next Monday through Friday for final summer preparations before they reopen Saturday, May 28. 

Here’s a full list of spray parks and spools that will be open this weekend.

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D.C. residents can find their closest cooling center via this interactive map. 

High temperatures are likely to soar into the 90s for the first time this year in the Washington, D.C., area, and the hot weather is coming with some chances for storms.

Temps could exceed 90° Saturday and Sunday — which is uncommon for May. Saturday could see record-breaking heat.

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DC Heat Emergency Activated

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser declared a heat emergency for Friday until 6 p.m., and for Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. During a heat emergency activation, residents are urged to stay cool, check on seniors and other vulnerable neighbors, and to call the shelter hotline (202-399-7093) for those who need free transportation to a cooling center.

The abrupt rise in temperatures brings a higher risk of heat-related illness, the National Weather Service says.

Be safe in the heat by drinking plenty of water, taking breaks and avoiding sun exposure. Watch out for children, pets and older people in the heat.

Major League Soccer and D.C. United pushed back the home match at Audi Field on Saturday due to the forecast. They cited a desire to “prioritize the health and safety of players and fans.”

Some Spray Parks Open Early in DC

Select spray parks in the District will open Saturday at 10 a.m. to help people cope with the heat. The spray parks will be open this Saturday and Sunday 22 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day. They’ll be closed next Monday through Friday for final summer preparations before they reopen Saturday, May 28. 

The following spray parks will be open this weekend: 

Ward 1:

• Harrison Recreation Center, 1330 V St. NW
• Park at LeDroit, 319 Oakdale Place NW
• Westminster Playground, 911 Westminster St. NW

Ward 2:

• Kennedy Recreation Center, 1401 7th St. NW

Ward 3:

• Chevy Chase Recreation Center, 5500 41st St. NW
• Friendship Recreation Center, 4500 Van Ness St. NW
• Macomb Recreation Center, 3409 Macomb St. NW

Ward 4:

• Riggs-LaSalle Recreation Center, 501 Riggs Road NE
• Takoma Community Center, 300 Van Buren St. NW

Ward 5:

• Edgewood Recreation Center, 301 Franklin St. NE
• Turkey Thicket Recreation Center, 1100 Michigan Ave. NE

Ward 6:

• Eastern Market Metro Park, 701 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
• Potomac Avenue Triangle Park, 1216 Potomac Ave. SE
• Watkins Spray Park, 420 12th St. SE

Ward 7:

• Fort Davis Spray Park, 1400 41st St. SE
• Marvin Gaye Park at Division Ave, Division & Foote St. NE 

Ward 8:

• Fort Greble Recreation Center, Martin Luther King Jr. Ave and Elmira St. SW

The following D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation indoor pools also will be open this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.:

• Marie Reed Aquatic Center, 2200 Champlain St. NW
• Wilson Aquatic Center, 4551 Fort Drive NW
• Turkey Thicket Aquatic Center, 1100 Michigan Ave. NE
• William H. Rumsey Aquatic Center, 635 North Carolina Ave. SE
• Deanwood Aquatic Center, 1350 49th St. NE
• Barry Farm Aquatic Center, 1230 Sumner Road SE

Weekend Forecast: Heat Wave With Sunday Storm Chances

Saturday will be the hottest day of the weekend. Highs around 96° could break a record, Storm Team4 said.

Sunday’s highs are set to reach 91°, and there’s a 60% chance for storms, especially in the afternoon and evening. Some storms could have heavy rain and gusty wind.

10-Day Forecast for Washington, D.C., Area

Relief from the heat will arrive on Monday. Expect highs in the 70s through Wednesday. It could reach 80° Thursday.

The early outlook on Memorial Day weekend weather is pretty good, with lows in the 60s and highs in the mid- to upper 70s. Storm Team4 is tracking a rain chance next Saturday.

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Thunderstorms, including some that are strong to severe, hit the Washington, D.C., area Sunday and are expected to do so again Monday with heavy rain, damaging wind gusts and possible flooding.

On Sunday, though the severe weather outlook was marginal (threat level one of five), storms cropped up after 4 p.m.

A flood warning is in effect for Fairfax and Prince William counties until 1:30 a.m. A severe thunderstorm warning was in effect for parts of Fauquier and Culpeper counties in Northern Virginia as they experienced quarter-size hail. That warning later expired. See all weather alerts here.

Heavy rain could finally move east of I-95 around 8 p.m. But until then, D.C. and parts of Maryland, like Bethesda, Silver Spring and northern Prince George’s County should expect to get wet. Conditions could dry out overnight.

By Monday, the risk level will rise to enhanced — threat level three of five, according to the National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center. Brace for disruptive weather in the afternoon and evening. Severe thunderstorms, damaging wind and isolated tornadoes are the greatest concerns.

Storm Timing on Sunday and Monday

Sunday will be muggy and warm with highs in the 80s. Afternoon sunshine energized storms later in the day.

Showers and storms are possible in the afternoon. Isolated storms could become strong between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. Any storms could produce isolated strong wind gusts, hail and heavy rain, Storm Team4 says.

Monday will be partly to mostly cloudy, breezy and warm with highs about 80° to 85°. Spotty showers are likely in the morning.

Numerous severe thunderstorms could hit the D.C. area during the afternoon and evening, the National Weather Service says.

Damaging wind, hail, heavy rain and flooding are possible. There’s also a risk for tornadoes.

This stretch of rainy weather is set to finally clear out on Tuesday. Expect highs near 80° and sunshine.

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About 1 to 2 inches of rain fell between Friday and early Saturday, and another half-inch or more is possible, the National Weather Service said. The deluge set off floods in parts of the region.

Flood warning and watches expired Saturday night for parts of the D.C. area, like parts of Montgomery and Fairfax counties that are near the Potomac River. Rivers or low-lying areas may have had high water, the National Weather Service said. Here’s a list of severe weather alerts.

A flood warning means there is an active flood threat. Stay aware in flood-prone areas and remember: Never drive into a flooded road. Several water rescues and road closures have been reported.

Slick roads are also a concern: Virginia State Police said officers responded to six crashes on interstates in Northern Virginia between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m.

Grab an umbrella for on-and-off rain showers throughout Saturday amid temperatures in the 50s. Winds are set to pick up in the afternoon. Brace for chills in the 40s by 6 p.m.

Mother’s Day will get off to a soggy start, ideal for breakfast in bed. Weather is set to improve in the afternoon: Expect drier conditions and fewer clouds.

Expect sunshine to return and highs in the 60s on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, then even warmer temps for the rest of the week.

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Waves of heavy rain hit the Washington, D.C., area on Friday and will continue Saturday and into Sunday morning, and Storm Team4 is tracking a risk for floods.

A flood watch has been issued from Friday afternoon until early Saturday for D.C., Montgomery County, Prince George’s County and many parts of Northern Virginia, the National Weather Service says. Here’s a list of severe weather alerts.

A flood watch means conditions will be right for high water to pop up. Stay aware in flood-prone areas and remember: Never drive into a flooded road. Several water rescues and road closures have been reported.

Wind gusts of 30-40 mph are expected.

Keep your wet weather gear handy. Rain will continue to have a major impact on Saturday and Sunday, Meteorologist Chuck Bell said.

“It may not rain every minute of every day,” Bell said. “But there are near certainties that you’re going to be rained on many, many times.”

Rainfall could total 1.5 to 2.5 inches by Saturday afternoon. Higher totals of 3 inches are possible far north and west of D.C., including northwestern Virginia and Frederick, Maryland.

Rain is expected to continue throughout the day Saturday. Expect highs in the mid-50s and no sunshine.

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The last of the steady rain is set to end early Sunday morning and most of the day could be dry.

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Highs will be in the mid-50s again.

The good news: Dry weather and highs in the 60s will return for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

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We’re looking at a high of 78 and a 40% chance of rain. Some storms may be on the stronger side, and flooding is possible.

Thursday looks dry, and then rain chances return for Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Storm Team4 sees an 80% chance of rain Friday, 100% chance on Saturday and 60% chance on Sunday. 

The rain forecast may affect any outdoor plans you have for Saturday. 

Most of Sunday, Mother’s Day, looks dry. Showers are possible early in the day.

High temps will drop from nearly 80 on Wednesday to 60 on Sunday.

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Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties in Maryland and Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania and King George counties in Virginia were under a severe thunderstorm watch until 8 p.m., the National Weather Service said. Lightning, strong winds and hail are possible, NWS said. Go here to see all weather alerts.

Wednesday and Thursday will be blustery and chilly. Temperatures will mainly be in the 50s, with wind gusts up to 40 mph. Thursday morning will be chilly, with temperatures in the 30s. We will have plenty of sunshine in the days ahead and into the weekend.

Stay with Storm Team4 and NBC Washington for updates on the forecast. 

D.C. and near suburbs hadrain, cloudy skies and frosty temperatures. Many areas to the west saw snow.

Snow Totals for April 18, 2022

Storm Team4 took a look at some of the snow totals for Monday:

• Purcellville, Virginia: 2.0 inches
• Thurmont, Maryland: 3.5 inches
• Hayfield, Virginia: 3.5 inches
• Martinsburg, West Virginia: 3.1 inches

The snow caught many people off guard. How unusual was the snow?

It’s a little bit difficult to measure because the D.C. metro area didn’t get snow, and rural weather stations don’t keep records with the same level of detail, Storm Team4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper said.

Mountain snow isn’t unusual in April, but the amount of snow was notable, Draper said.

Martinsburg, West Virginia, reported 4.5 inches of snow in April 1987 and 1.9 inches of snow in April 1996. Compare that to 3.1 inches recorded Monday.

“It’s not unheard of, but it is unusual,” Draper said.

“It’s simply incredible that this is the type of storm we’ve got in the middle of April,” Storm Team4 Chief Meteorologist Doug Kammerer said. 

A winter storm warning was in effect for extreme western Allegany County. Winter weather advisories were in effect for Clarke, Fredrick and Warren counties in Virginia; Washington County, Maryland and a number of West Virginia counties. Go here to see all weather alerts issued by the National Weather Service.

A reported 3 to 4 inches have fallen in some locations as issues developed on some roads.

Photos from viewers show snow in Front Royal, Virginia; Smithsburg, Maryland and Sherpherdstown, West Virginia. In Smithburg, bright spring tulips got a coating of snow. 

This week is expected to warm up. We’re looking at a high in the upper 50s on Tuesday, mid-60s on Wednesday and about 70 on Thursday. We’ll climb near 80 as the weekend approaches. Tuesday is set to be blustery.

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Temperatures reached near 80° throughout the region, but behind that line of storms comes cooler weather in the 60s, Storm Team4 said.

Skies will clear out Thursday evening, making way for a slightly cooler, lovely Friday.

Weekend Forecast for D.C., Maryland and Virginia

On Friday, expect mostly sunny skies amid highs about 66° to 72°.

A quick midday shower is possible Saturday, but overall expect a mix of sun and clouds with highs approaching 70°.

The real cooldown begins Sunday. Highs will be in the low to mid-50s — but at least there will be plentiful sunshine.

Rain chances return later Monday into early Tuesday of next week.

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Rain was beginning to move out of the region by about 6:45 p.m., but lingering showers led the Nationals to delay the game against the New York Mets to start at 8:20 p.m.

If you’re going to the game or have plans this evening, keep an umbrella handy and wear some extra layers as temperatures are in the low 50s, Storm Team4 said.

D.C. had 1.9 inches of rain over the last two days and another half-inch was likely Thursday.

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Storm Team4 Forecast: Overcast with scattered showers and mild temps

The Nationals continue their series at home on Friday, Saturday and Sunday — and the weather will be better for those games.

On Friday, there’s a 40% chance of passing showers. With some sunshine and a southwest wind, temperatures should be able to reach 60°.

The good news is that the weekend will be dry — but it will also be cool.

Saturday will be mostly dry but some passing midday showers are possible. Expect highs nearing 60°.

Sunday will be mostly to partly sunny with highs in the upper 50s.

Storm Team4 is tracking a warming trend for next week. Highs could reach 66° on Monday and the mid-70s on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

10-Day Forecast for D.C., Maryland, Northern Virginia

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The team’s Opening Day game against the New York Mets will now start at 7:05 p.m. instead of 4:05 p.m., the Nats announced on Twitter Wednesday night.

Thursday will feel a lot like Tuesday did: wet, no sun and highs in the low to mid-50s. There’s a 100% chance of rain.

The next round of rain will move into the area late Wednesday night into Thursday morning.

Be ready for rain to wash over the D.C. area by the morning commute, then continue through midday and the evening commute. Rain chances will begin to lessen after 4 or 5 p.m., but Storm Team4’s radar shows rain continuing through 6:30 p.m.

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Storm Team4 Forecast: Overcast with scattered showers and mild temps

The weather will start to improve Friday, but there’s still a 60% chance for occasional showers. Those will dry up in time for most dinner plans.

On Saturday, some brief midday showers could pop up. Otherwise, expect sun, clouds and highs about 55° to 60°.

Sunday will start chilly in the 30s, then highs will rise into the 50s.

Warmer, sunny weather is coming. Highs are set to reach the 70s Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of next week.

10-Day Forecast for D.C., Maryland, Northern Virginia

Wednesday’s wet weather was linked to several travel delays in the morning. High water blocked Inner Loop lanes on the Capital Beltway near River Road. Fallen trees slowed traffic on the B-W Parkway near MD-198 and MD-28 South at Park Mills Road in Frederick.

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Keep an umbrella on hand during the dreary week ahead and enjoy any breaks of sunshine while they last. There is a silver lining for allergy sufferers: The cool temperatures and rain will keep pollen counts pretty low, Storm Team4 says.

On Tuesday, there’s an 80% rain chance. Periods of drizzle are possible any time amid highs about 56° to 62°.

The first storm system is set to arrive in the evening. Expect heavier, steadier rain after 6 p.m. then showers all night, Storm Team4 says.

Rainfall could total a half-inch to 1 inch by sunrise Wednesday.

Tolerate lingering wet weather on Wednesday morning, then it could be the nicest afternoon of the week. It will be breezy. Highs could approach 70° if there’s enough sunshine, but dress for temps in the 60s most of the afternoon.

The second storm system is expected first thing Thursday morning. Rain chances will be 80%. Periods of rain, with an occasional rumble of thunder, are likely all day amid temperatures below 60°.

The Nationals’ Opening Day game at Nats Park is scheduled for 4:05 p.m., and it could be impacted by Mother Nature.

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Storm Team4 Forecast: Overcast with scattered showers and mild temps

Storm Team4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper says the latest forecast has good signs, however.

“As the game is set to get underway, it looks like the rain is moving out,” Draper said. “If you are headed down to the ballpark, you definitely want the warm weather gear.”

Temperatures will be in the mid- to low 50s during the game.

There’s a bit more optimism for baseball on Friday, but there will be passing showers to contend with. There’s a 40% chance you’ll get rained on, and highs will again reach near 60°.

The coming weekend still looks mostly dry, aside from a shower or two on Saturday afternoon. Sunday is the pick day of the weekend due to sunnier skies, but both days will be quite chilly with afternoon highs staying in the mid-50s.

Warmer weather is coming. Highs are set to reach the 70s Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of next week.

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An EF-0 tornado with an estimated peak wind of 85 mph touched down at 8:41 p.m. “along Chain Bridge Road just northwest of the Tysons Corner Mall,” NWS said in a statement Friday. 

The tornado had a path about 200 yards long and 50 yards wide. 

No injuries were reported, but damage seen at two gas stations was caused by the tornado, NWS said. The tornado caused the canopy over one gas station to collapse, tore off a garage door, shattered windows, damaged plants and blew items around, according to officials.

An EF-0 is the weakest tornado on a scale from 0 to 5, ranging from 65-85 mph (EF-0) to over 200 mph (EF-5), NWS said.

The forceful storm damaged a canopy covering gas pumps at a Sunoco station in the Tysons area near Chain Bridge Road and International Drive.

Video shows a tilted beam and the canopy leaning onto the roof of a convenience store. 

“These steel beams have come up completely on two of the posts,” said Robert Wilson, a roofer. “[The canopy] is sitting on this flat roof, which … is probably supporting most of that weight right now.”

Another gas station nearby was also damaged. Its awning was crumpled, and windows were broken.

The storm knocked down trees and utility poles, and there were reports of hail.

Storm Team4 Chief Meteorologist Doug Kammerer said Thursday that he expected NWS would confirm that a tornado hit. 

Tornado warnings were issued Thursday night for D.C. and parts of Maryland and Virginia including Fairfax, Montgomery and Prince George’s counties.