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Forecast: Blustery Black Friday, then sunshine

Could someone see a flake today? Gusty winds for all. * Photo contest winners | CWG on Facebook & Twitter * * Outside now? Radar, temps, clouds & more: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Windy. Partly to mostly cloudy....

By Camden Walker | November 27, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Continuing on the cloudy, damp side

But weekend will turn out to be sunny and dry * Photo contest winners | Reaction to hack of climate emails * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: AM fog. Mostly cloudy. Upper 50s. | Tonight: Cloudy. Showers possible. 38-42. | Tomorrow: Cloudy....

By Josh Larson | November 26, 2009; 09:25 AM ET | Comments (12)

PM Update: Drizzle dries up; Any Turkey Day sun?

A little warmer tomorrow with shower threat by evening * Dense Fog Advisory until 9 a.m. Thursday * * Photo contest winners | Reaction to hack of climate emails * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall |...

By Capital Weather Gang | November 25, 2009; 09:20 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Drizzle hampers holiday getaway

Temporarily drier for Thanksgiving; A gusty Black Friday * See winning photo contest pics | Climate email scandal interviews * * Radar, temps, clouds & more: Weather Wall | Travel updates * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. Periods of drizzle/occasional...

By Dan Stillman | November 25, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Damp for Thanksgiving getaway

Periods of drizzle and a shower or two on Wednesday * Photo contest winners | Climate scientist criticizes skeptics, press * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * Our cloudy and damp stretch is two...

By Ian Livingston | November 24, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Cloudy & cool conditions continue

Drizzle chances thru tomorrow, Thanksgiving showers? * Science historian on climate scandal | Weather Wall * * Later: Another scientist on climate scandal * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Morning drizzle/light rain. Mostly cloudy afternoon. 51-55. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy, some drizzle...

By Matt Rogers | November 24, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Work week off to wet start

Rainy into evening; Patchy drizzle on Tuesday * Science historian on climate e-mails | Cruising the Atlantic * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * As Jason Samenow mentioned this morning, we're back into a...

By Ian Livingston | November 23, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Cloudy, damp & raw Thanksgiving week

Sunshine possibly returns next weekend * Radar, temps, clouds & more: Weather Wall | E-mail this forecast * * Science historian on climate scandal | Sea & sky over the Atlantic * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Periods of light rain/drizzle. 47-51....

By Jason Samenow | November 23, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Sunday sun fades to work-week worry

* Outside now? Weather Wall | Friend CWG on Facebook * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. 57-60. | Tonight: Cloudy, chance of light rain late. 40-44. | Tomorrow: Cloudy, chance of rain. 48-52. | A Look Ahead...

By Brian Jackson | November 22, 2009; 02:45 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Some Saturday sun and sixty

Clouds slowly settle in Sunday * Sea & sky over the Atlantic | Under Pressure by Air Pressure? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. 59-63. | Tonight: Mostly clear. 38-45. | Tomorrow: Increasing clouds. 53-57. | A Look...

By Jason Samenow | November 21, 2009; 01:00 PM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: Weekend starts sunny; Rainy finish?

Work week ends calm with near-average temperatures * Sea & sky over the Atlantic | Under Pressure by Air Pressure? * * Outside now? Clouds, temps, radar & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * Other than a sometimes gusty wind...

By Ian Livingston | November 20, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Sunny through Saturday. Then rain?

Weekend gets off to fine start, could finish wet * Under pressure by air pressure? | Next week: Photo contest winners * * Outside now? Clouds, temps, radar & more: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Becoming mostly sunny. Near...

By Camden Walker | November 20, 2009; 10:15 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Shower threat through evening

Sunshine returns on Friday, lasts through Saturday * Under pressure by air pressure? | Records reveal shifting climate * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * Showers -- with some rumbles of thunder and brief...

By Ian Livingston | November 19, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (19)

Forecast: Some showers today, much nicer Friday

Sunny, dry Friday & Saturday; rain to return Sunday? * Record temps reveal shifting climate | Ida difficult to forecast * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cloudy with occasional showers. Near 60. | Tonight: Showers taper around midnight. 48-52. | Tomorrow: Some...

By Josh Larson | November 19, 2009; 09:50 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Showers possible Thursday

Clouds thicken ahead of cold front * Record temps reveal shifting climate | Ida difficult to forecast * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * As Dan Stillman alluded to this morning, cloud cover was...

By Ian Livingston | November 18, 2009; 09:30 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Trending cloudy but not too cool

Best chance of rain is Thursday p.m. * Ida's remnants challenge forecasters | Sesame Street weather * * Outside Now? Clouds, temps, webcam & more: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Variably cloudy. Mid-50s to near 60. | Tonight: Mostly...

By Dan Stillman | November 18, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Cooler than yesterday but still pleasant

Clouds arrive tomorrow for another multi-day stay * Ida remnants lead to difficult forecast | Foliage photos in D.C. * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * Though we lost about 10 degrees from yesterday...

By Ian Livingston | November 17, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Return to seasonal weather

Weekend forecast turns cloudier * Photos: Reflections of autumn in D.C. | Sesame Street's weather * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny and cooler. 55-60. | Tonight: Variable cloud cover and cool. 38-44. | Wednesday: Partly cloudy. 54-59. | A Look...

By Matt Rogers | November 17, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Mainly clear skies remain for now

Cooler but seasonal air filters in overnight and tomorrow * Photos: Reflections of autumn in D.C. | Sesame Street's weather * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * We tacked on another brilliant day today...

By Ian Livingston | November 16, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: A bright start to a mostly bright week

By Jason Samenow | November 16, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: As sunny as it's recently been cloudy!

High pressure to bring marvelous stretch of dry weather * SkinsCast: Delightful football weather | Friend CWG on Facebook * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Increasing sunshine, mild. 68-72. | Tonight: Mostly clear. 44-50. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. Mid-60s. | A Look...

By Josh Larson | November 15, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Slowly but surely drying out

Sunday looking stellar * SkinsCast: Not bad for November | Nor'easter pastes beaches * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Spotty a.m. drizzle, mostly cloudy p.m. 57-61. | Tonight: Partly to mostly cloudy. 44-49. | Tomorrow: Increasing sunshine. 66-70. | A Look Ahead...

By Jason Samenow | November 14, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Slow-moving storm winding down

Rain & wind diminish through Saturday; Sunday sun! * Coastal Flood Advisory for Potomac River and Chesapeake Bay * * Nor'easter pastes VA, local beaches | Last chance for photo contest!! * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather...

By Ian Livingston | November 13, 2009; 03:25 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Occasional showers & wind linger

Battering of the beaches continues; weekend sun? * NWS watches, warnings, advisories | Photo contest (deadline: today) * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Raw with occasional showers, windy. Near 50....

By Camden Walker | November 13, 2009; 08:45 AM ET | Comments (18)

PM Update: Our raw and rainy story goes on

Storm continues to plague region through Friday * Veterans Day often signals stormy weather | Photo contest * * Coastal Flood Watch for Potomac river and Chesapeake Bay * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic...

By Ian Livingston | November 12, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Rain, rain go away? Not so fast...

Ida's remnants soak city, batter beaches * Weather slows a.m. rush: Get There | Beaches bear brunt of storm * * Coastal Flood Watch for Potomac river and Chesapeake Bay * * Weather often stormy around Veterans Day | Photo...

By Josh Larson | November 12, 2009; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (12)

PM Update: Rain continues through tomorrow

Storm not in a hurry to move away from the area * Veterans Day often signals stormy weather | Photo contest * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * Ida's juicy remnants are plaguing the...

By Ian Livingston | November 11, 2009; 09:45 PM ET | Comments (20)

Forecast: Clouds & breezy showers to stay a while

Beaches brace for winds, rain, possible flooding * Australian PM's climate speech | Photo contest (Deadline: Friday) * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * * Join us on Facebook & Twitter | Email this...

By Dan Stillman | November 11, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: The calm before the storm?

Ida's moisture to threaten area Wednesday * Australian PM unloads on 'climate skeptics' | Photo contest * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * Though we saw a lot of clouds today they were high...

By Ian Livingston | November 10, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Ida to bring clouds, shower chances

Biggest rains stay south, but breezy showers possible * Photo contest | Outside now? Temps & more: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. 63-67. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers (50%). 45-49. | Veterans Day:...

By Matt Rogers | November 10, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Cooling trend begins tomorrow

Mostly cloudy Tuesday, showers late? * Ida weakening as it approaches Gulf Coast | Photo contest * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * After yesterday's spectacular day we were treated to another very fine...

By Ian Livingston | November 9, 2009; 04:25 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Still spectacular with sunny 70s

Ida's remnants pose midweek rain risk * Enter our photo contest | Our winter outlook * * Clouds, webcam & more: Weather Wall | Join us on Facebook* * Follow Ida: Hurricane Tracking Center * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny....

By Jason Samenow | November 9, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Beautiful, bright days ahead...

But chance of rain from Ida Tuesday night * CWG's winter outlook | CWG's annual photo contest * * Outside now? Weather Wall | Follow Ida: Hurricane Tracking Center * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sunny and mild. 68-71. | Tonight: Mostly...

By Brian Jackson | November 8, 2009; 10:20 AM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Nothing but sunshine

By Jason Samenow | November 7, 2009; 04:50 PM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Cool and breezy, turning 'freezey'

Mostly sunny weekend with warming temperatures * Capital Weather Gang 2009-10 Winter Outlook | Photo contest * * Freeze Warning tonight along & east of I-95 (map) | Weather Wall * Even with wall-to-wall sunshine today, it has been a...

By Ian Livingston | November 6, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Mighty fine weekend follows Friday chill

Cold tonight; Freeze Warning along & east of I-95 * CWG's 2009-10 Winter Outlook | Hypothermia season underway * * Follow Ida: Hurricane Tracking Center | Enter our photo contest * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Bright sun. Breezy. Low 50s. |...

By Camden Walker | November 6, 2009; 08:50 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: A shower or two, then clearing

Mostly sunny Friday before cold Friday night * Capital Weather Gang 2009-10 Winter Outlook | Photo contest * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * Lots of sun visited the area again this morning and...

By Ian Livingston | November 5, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Sunny stretch to settle in

But some clouds today, maybe a shower * Hypothermia season underway | Our winter outlook * * Follow Hurricane Ida: Hurricane Tracking Center * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny, 20% chance of a shower. 55-60. | Tonight: Partly cloudy &...

By Josh Larson | November 5, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Cloudy evening and night. A shower?

Cool and partly sunny Thursday with some breezes * Hypothermia season | Photo contest | Tomorrow: Our Winter Outlook * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * Plentiful morning sun gave way to increasing afternoon...

By Ian Livingston | November 4, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Cool finish to work week, then warmer

A fair amount of sun, just a little rain in the forecast * Fall storm showed links to El Niño | Enter CWG's photo contest * * Outside now? Clouds, webcam & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * * Coming...

By Dan Stillman | November 4, 2009; 09:50 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Mostly clear (and frosty?) tonight

Sunshine Wednesday giving way to clouds late * Fall storm showed links to El Niño | CWG's annual photo contest * * Frost Advisory west of I-95 from 3 a.m. to 8 a.m. Wednesday (map) * * Temps & more:...

By Ian Livingston | November 3, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Very nice weather for voters

But trending cooler after today's 60s * Recap: A wet October | CWG's photo contest * * Later this week: Our winter outlook | Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. 60-64. | Tonight: Mostly clear and...

By Matt Rogers | November 3, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: Stubborn clouds prepare to dwindle

Sunshine increases during the day Tuesday * A wet October recap | CWG's annual photo contest * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * Clouds that have been hard to fully kick out of the...

By Ian Livingston | November 2, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Sun to slowly make presence felt

Considerable clouds linger today * Enter our photo contest | This week: Our Winter Outlook * * Clouds, webcam & more: Weather Wall | Join us on Facebook* EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Variably cloudy. 55-60. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 35-40. |...

By Jason Samenow | November 2, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Rain to only very slowly taper off

* CWG's annual photo contest | Outside now? Weather Wall * * Follow CWG on Twitter | Friend us on Facebook * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Rain ending this afternoon. 54-57. | Tonight:Becoming partly cloudy. 39-44. | Tomorrow: Sun and clouds....

By Brian Jackson | November 1, 2009; 12:00 PM ET | Comments (14)

Forecast: Seventies with spooky showers late

Gradual clearing Sunday * Track trick-or-treat showers: Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall * * Going over Great Falls in a kayak | CWG's annual photo contest * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy and breezy, shower chances increase late. 69-74....

By Jason Samenow | October 31, 2009; 02:55 PM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Cloudy and cool. Halloween showers?

Rain chances center on afternoon/evening Saturday * Going over Great Falls in a kayak | CWG's annual photo contest * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * The marine air mass overhead has been slow...

By Ian Livingston | October 30, 2009; 04:40 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Grey skies & a few Halloween showers

But more serious rain should wait 'til after trick-or-treating * An extra hour of sleep! | CWG's photo contest | Halloween Events * * Outside Now? Radar, temps, clouds & more: Weather Wall * * Join us on Facebook &...

By Camden Walker | October 30, 2009; 09:20 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: Clouds continue to enjoy stay

More of the same Friday; Wet trick-or-treating? * An extra hour of sleep! | CWG's annual photo contest * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * Clouds have dominated the day with just a few...

By Ian Livingston | October 29, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Clouds leave room for improvement

Halloween forecast tricky, but may be a treat... * Fall foliage update | CWG's annual photo contest * * Outside now? Weather Wall | Friend CWG on Facebook * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. Low-to-mid 60s. | Tonight: Partly cloudy....

By Brian Jackson | October 29, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: After some sun, clouds return

Mostly quiet rest of work week; What about the weekend? * Autumn rains at Great Falls | CWG's annual photo contest * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * Behind last night's storm, skies cleared...

By Ian Livingston | October 28, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Rain relents, but sun remains limited

Drying out through Friday. How about Halloween? * Fall photos from Great Falls | Enter CWG's photo contest * * Outside now? Clouds, webcam & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: A.M. drizzle/mist. Some p.m. glimpses of...

By Dan Stillman | October 28, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (8)

PM Update: Rain incoming, will last through night

Precipitation to depart Wed., still rather cloudy * Autumn rains at Great Falls | CWG's annual photo contest * * Outside now? Radar, temps & more: Weather Wall | Traffic * After a rainy morning (mostly pre-sunrise), we've seen a...

By Ian Livingston | October 27, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Gloomy weather returns

But nicer weather is back by late week * Global warming poll finds puzzling trend | CWG's photo contest * * Join us on Facebook | Outside now? Temps & more: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cloudy with rain...

By Matt Rogers | October 27, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: More rain on the way

Clouds increasing, rain chances arrive late tonight * Global warming poll finds puzzling trend | CWG's photo contest * * Redskins Forecast | Outside now? Temps & more: Weather Wall * Today was a fairly typical late-October day around here....

By Ian Livingston | October 26, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Some sun, some rain, lots of 60s

Beautiful Monday to kickoff week * Good football weather: SkinsCast | Temps & More: Weather Wall * * Enter our photo contest | Join us on Facebook * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. 64-68. | Tonight: Clouds increase....

By Jason Samenow | October 26, 2009; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Sunday and Monday sunshine

Showers probably return Tuesday * Some clouds, but dry: SkinsCast | Temps & more: Weather Wall * * Join our Facebook group | Follow us on Twitter * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sunshine returns. 62-66. | Tonight: Mostly clear. 36-42. |...

By Brian Jackson | October 25, 2009; 02:30 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Some Saturday showers, Sunday sun

Very mild conditions today, t-storm possible * Woolly worm makes winter forecast | CWG's annual photo contest * * Radar loops, temps & more: Weather Wall | Lightning Map * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Chance of showers (50%), t-storm. Breezy and...

By Jason Samenow | October 24, 2009; 02:30 PM ET | Comments (13)

PM Update: A few evening showers, more Saturday

Weekend starts wet, ends sunny * Woolly worm makes winter forecast | CWG's annual photo contest * * Outside now? Radar, temps, clouds & more: Weather Wall * Clouds and cooler temperatures arrived today as a northeast and east wind...

By Ian Livingston | October 23, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Some showers before Sunday sun

Not a washout, but rain chances today through tomorrow * CWG's annual photo contest | Climate activists rally around '350' * * Temps & more: Weather Wall | Email this Forecast to a friend * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy....

By Camden Walker | October 23, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Out with the warm, in with the showers

Rain chances arrive later tomorrow, last into weekend * For climate activists, '350' is a call to action | Annual photo contest * * Outside now? Radar, temps, clouds & more: Weather Wall * Our final milder-than-normal afternoon of this...

By Ian Livingston | October 22, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Warm & dry, then cooler with showers

Weekend to start off wet * Current temps, clouds, & more: Weather Wall * * For climate activists, '350' is a call to action | Earthquake weather * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny & warm. 74-79. | Tonight: Increasing clouds....

By Josh Larson | October 22, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Warm today, warmer tomorrow

Another nice one Thursday, rain chances return after * For climate activists, '350' is a call to action | Earthquake weather * * Outside now? Radar, temps, clouds & more: Weather Wall * Our current stretch of near-perfect weather is...

By Ian Livingston | October 21, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Sun shines bright through tomorrow

No weather worries until Friday * Earthquake weather | Tell a friend about CWG: E-mail this forecast * * Outside now? Temps, clouds, webcam & more: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 72-75. | Tonight: Clear and cool....

By Brian Jackson | October 21, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: Delightful autumn conditions continue

Above-average p.m. temps through at least Thursday * Earthquake weather? | After the deluge: The cold, hard facts * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * After another chilly start that included some spots of frost,...

By Ian Livingston | October 20, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Nice weather rebound

Warmer and sunnier days, but weekend is murky * Outside now? Temps, clouds, webcam & more: Weather Wall * * After the deluge: The cold, hard local climate facts * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny and turning mild. 67-71. Tonight:...

By Matt Rogers | October 20, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Frost advisory tonight; warmer Tues.

Sun sticks around much of the work week * Frost advisory for entire metro area: Text & Map * * Record-breaking cold & wet span | Temps & more: Weather Wall * For those -- including myself -- wondering if...

By Ian Livingston | October 19, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Four days of sunshine

Late week looks troublesome again * Outside Now? Temps, Clouds, Webcam & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 55-60. | Tonight: Clear and cold. 33-39. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. 65-70. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL...

By Jason Samenow | October 19, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: A Sunday Stinker, Then Monday Sun

Near-record cold again today * Outside Now? Temps, Clouds, Webcam & More: Weather Wall * * E-mail This Forecast to a Friend | Add CWG to Google or Yahoo * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. A stray shower. Gusty breezes....

By Dan Stillman | October 18, 2009; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Woefully Wet Weekend

Record cold afternoon temps, flakes tonight N & W? * Soggy Sports: UnitedCast, SkinsCast | Current Temps: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Rain and breezy. Cold. 40-45. | Tonight: Rain, possibly mixing with snow. 33-37. | Tomorrow: A.M. Rain/Mix,...

By Jason Samenow | October 17, 2009; 12:00 PM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Mostly Drizzle Now, More Rain Later

Second storm to form; Saturday night snowflakes N&W? * Redskins Forecast | How Do We Stop This Rain? | Harvest Moon * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * While we have not seen much more...

By Ian Livingston | October 16, 2009; 04:00 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Cold & Rain Book a Weekend Stay

40s with periods of rain through Sunday * Harvest Moon | Does Cold Disprove Global Warming? * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Overcast with drizzle. Periods of rain. 40s. | Tonight:...

By Camden Walker | October 16, 2009; 08:45 AM ET | Comments (13)

PM Update: Rain, Showers and Drizzle... Brrr!

Cold and moist pattern persists through the weekend * Harvest Moon over Arboretum | Record Cold Climate Misconceptions * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * Rain and cold air made today feel a bit like...

By Ian Livingston | October 15, 2009; 03:20 PM ET | Comments (12)

Forecast: Overcast, Rainy & Raw Through Weekend

Coastal storm brings near-record cold, copious rain * Record Cold Climate Misconceptions | October is Great (Usually) * * Where's the Rain? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * E-mail This Forecast to a Friend | CWG on Facebook...

By Josh Larson | October 15, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Cold Settles In, Rain Begins Arriving

Rain likely Thursday along with raw northeast wind * Record Cold Climate Misconceptions | October is Great (Usually) * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * Cold conditions settled into the area overnight and through today,...

By Ian Livingston | October 14, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: First the Chill, Then the Chilly Rain

Much cooler today; colder with rain likely tomorrow * October Offers Fall's Finest (Usually) | Photos of Deer in D.C. * * Outside Now? Temps, Clouds, Webcam & More: Weather Wall * * E-mail This Forecast to a Friend |...

By Dan Stillman | October 14, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (8)

PM Update: Brief Mild Spell Already Ending

Nice weather out... raw and eventually wet in * October Offers Fall's Finest (Usually) | Encounter With Deer in D.C. * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * A one-day shot of milder air is coming...

By Ian Livingston | October 13, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Today Brings Best Weather of Week

Cool and wet wreck late Wed. into weekend * Encounter With Deer in D.C. | What Happened to the Hurricanes? * * Outside Now? Temps, Clouds, Webcam & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. Comfortable breezes. 67-71....

By Matt Rogers | October 13, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Super Start to Work Week, Foul Finish

Cold rain likely at times late Wed-Sat * Outside Now? Temps, Clouds, Webcam & More: Weather Wall * * Tell a Friend About CWG: E-mail This Forecast * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. 60-63. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Slight chance...

By Jason Samenow | October 12, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (15)

Forecast: Sunday Sunny Sunday

Cool fall weather takes hold * Outside Right Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * Tell a Friend About CWG: E-mail This Forecast * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 68-71.| Tonight: Clear and cool. 42-49. | Tomorrow: Increasing...

By Brian Jackson | October 11, 2009; 02:30 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Showers Stop & Temperatures Tumble

* What Happened to Hurricane Season? | Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Chance of a.m. showers, cooler. 67-71. | Tonight: Partly cloudy, 45-50. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny. 66-70. A Look Ahead | Get Express Forecast by E-mail FORECAST IN...

By Jason Samenow | October 10, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

PM Update: Warmth Now, Some Showers Later

AM showers possible Saturday; Sunday and beyond? * What Happened to Hurricane Season? | Autumn Allergies Attack * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * Today featured a brief return to late-summerlike warmth across the area....

By Ian Livingston | October 9, 2009; 09:40 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Breezy Warmth Today, Then Cooler

80s today; cooler and mostly dry through Columbus Day * Army Ten-Miler Photos | Attack of the Autumn Allergies * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny and breezy. Slight chance...

By Camden Walker | October 9, 2009; 08:40 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Beautiful Today, Quite Warm Tomorrow

A little unsettled this weekend and a good bit cooler * Army Ten-Miler Photos | Attack of the Autumn Allergies * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * Fall's finest weather returned today as gusty winds...

By Ian Livingston | October 8, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Sublime Sunshine...Minus the Winds!

80s possible tomorrow; showers close by this weekend * Autumn Allergies | Winter Weather Hype * * Outside Now? Temps, Winds, Webcam & More: Weather Wall * Today: Mostly sunny. Low 70s. | Tonight: Clouds on the increase. 52-58. Tomorrow:...

By Josh Larson | October 8, 2009; 09:50 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Gusty Winds Wane This Evening

Mostly sunny and quite delightful on Thursday * Wind Advisory in Effect until 6 p.m. Wednesday (see map) * * Attack of the Autumn Allergies | Winter Weather Hype is Here * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More:...

By Ian Livingston | October 7, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Gusty Winds Today, Gorgeous Tomorrow

Pleasant Thursday & Friday... for holiday weekend too? * Wind Advisory in Effect From 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday (see map) * * Climate 'Hockey Stick' Faceoff | Autumn Allergies * * Outside Now? Temps, Winds, Webcam & More:...

By Dan Stillman | October 7, 2009; 09:40 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Cold Front to Bring Showers Then Wind

Showers end early Wed., then sun & gusty winds * Wind Advisory in Effect From 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday (see map) * * Winter Weather Hype In High Gear | Climate 'Hockey Stick' Faceoff * * Outside Now?...

By Ian Livingston | October 6, 2009; 10:40 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Delightful Week Continues

Late week warm-up; but weekend forecast tricky * Climate 'Hockey Stick' Faceoff | Later: Winter Hype is Here * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: More sunshine. Cool breezes. 68-72. Tonight: Increasing...

By Matt Rogers | October 6, 2009; 09:50 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Near-Perfect Weather Continues

Pleasant conditions again Tuesday, clouds increase late * Climate 'Hockey Stick' Faceoff | Autumn Happenings * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * Days like this help explain why I love fall in D.C. so much;...

By Ian Livingston | October 5, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Wonderful Weather for the Work Week

Shower chance Tues & Fri nights; weekend uncertain * Outside Now? Temps, Clouds Webcam & More: Weather Wall * * Reasons to Love Fall | Later: Climate 'Hockey Stick' Controversy * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Loads of sunshine. 72-75. | Tonight:...

By Jason Samenow | October 5, 2009; 08:55 AM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: All the Sun You Can Handle

* SkinCast | Outside Right Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Bright sun. 71-75.| Tonight: Clear and cool. 48-52.| Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. 71-74....

By Brian Jackson | October 4, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: More Sun Than Showers

By Jason Samenow | October 3, 2009; 02:45 PM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: A Few Showers Before Sunny Sunday

Partly sunny Saturday, a scattered shower or storm * September Recap | Cool Autumn Happenings | Redskins Forecast * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * Mostly cloudy skies ruled the day and that continues into...

By Ian Livingston | October 2, 2009; 05:40 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Milder Into Weekend. Any Showers?

Shower threat thru Saturday not too high; sunny Sunday * Redskins-Bucs Forecast | Doom & Gloom of Global Warming * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Brief a.m. shower? Partly sunny p.m. 70s. | Tonight: 30% chance of a few showers. 56-63. |...

By Camden Walker | October 2, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: Still Cool, Clouds Return Tonight

Warmer on Friday with a mix of clouds and sun * Doom & Gloom of Global Warming | Beautiful Autumn Sunrise * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * Even with high pressure taking (temporary) control...

By Ian Livingston | October 1, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Brilliant Sunshine & Fall-Like Today

But unsettled with a chance of showers Saturday * Beautiful Sunrise Over D.C. | Current Temps & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. Near 70. | Tonight: Partly cloudy & cool. 46-52. Tomorrow: Partly sunny and milder....

By Josh Larson | October 1, 2009; 10:15 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: A Shower or Two Before Chilly Night

Abundant sun returns for Thursday, may not last long * NatCast | UnitedCast | Beautiful Autumn Sunrise over D.C. * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * A small weather system moving by today has kept...

By Ian Livingston | September 30, 2009; 03:10 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Fall Weather Worth Appreciating

Nice into Friday except a couple showers possible today * NatCast | UnitedCast | Wear a Condom... Save the Planet? * * Tsunami Devastates Pacific Islands | NOAA's Tsunami Web site * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: A fair amount of clouds....

By Dan Stillman | September 30, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (16)

PM Update: Cool Breezes With a Side of Clouds

Winds diminish starting tonight; Wednesday stays chilled * NatCast | Condoms and Climate Change | Hurricane Gloria * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Cool weather that arrived on gusty winds yesterday got better...

By Ian Livingston | September 29, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: October-like Weather Arrives

Cooler, crisper weather with sunshine at times * NatCast | Reflecting on Hurricane Gloria * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Variable clouds. Breezy. 67-71. Tonight: Partly cloudy, cool. 48-52. | Tomorrow: Variable clouds again. 67-71. | A Look Ahead | Get Express...

By Matt Rogers | September 29, 2009; 10:10 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: Cold Front Passes, Cool Air Coming

Crisp nights and sunny days the rest of the work week * NatCast | Reflecting on Hurricane Gloria | Weather Wall * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * A cold front that brought scattered...

By Ian Livingston | September 28, 2009; 05:25 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Fall to Bring Its Finest

Mild with a slight chance of showers today * Temps & More: Weather Wall | Hurricane Tracking Station * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Some sun, chance of showers, breezy....

By Jason Samenow | September 28, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Showers, Partial Clearing, Then Cooling

* NatCast | UnitedCast | Outside Now?: Weather Wall * * Rain Totals Thru Last Night - DCA: 1.61", IAD: 1.10", BWI: 1.31" * Today's D.C. Daily Digit A somewhat subjective rating of the day's weather, on a scale of 1...

By Brian Jackson | September 27, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: A Second Half of Saturday Soaker

* Elements Not Worth Braving: NatCast | Outside Now?: Weather Wall * * Grading Our Summer Outlook | A Rain-Hurricane Season Link? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Rain developing in the afternoon. 65-70. | Tonight: Rain. Near 60. | Tomorrow: Rain...

By Jason Samenow | September 26, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (15)

PM Update: A Pleasantly Cool Evening and Night

Rain arrives by midday Sat., possibly significant late * NatCast | Summer Forecast Grade | A Rain-Hurricane Season Link? * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Morning showers gave way to increased clearing this...

By Ian Livingston | September 25, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Rain on the Way for Saturday P.M.

Cooler with some clouds today; increasing sun Sunday * NatCast | Lackluster Hurricane Season... Linked to D.C. Rain? * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy a.m. with a chance of...

By Camden Walker | September 25, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (14)

PM Update: Cold Front to Help Fall Get Going

Cooler on Friday, some showers possible? * NatCast | UnitedCast | D.C. Rain Linked to Hurricane Season? * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Our final day of this stretch of well-above average warmth...

By Ian Livingston | September 24, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Sticky 80s Today, Stellar 70s Tomorrow

Saturday brings the likelihood of rain * NatCast | UnitedCast | Lackluster Hurricane Season Continues * * Later: Dry Period Linked to Lack of Hurricane Activity? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy, warm & humid. Slight shower chance. Mid-80s. |...

By Josh Larson | September 24, 2009; 08:20 AM ET | Comments (12)

PM Update: Mild Through Tomorrow; A Shower?

Warmth to get booted by cold front late Thursday * NatCast | Lackluster Hurricane Season Continues | D.C. Sunrise * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * While it's the first full day of fall,...

By Ian Livingston | September 23, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: First Full Day of Fall Kind of Summery

More autumn-like conditions arrive by Friday * NatCast | Classic D.C. Sunrise | Outside Now? Weather Wall * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly cloudy & humid. A...

By Dan Stillman | September 23, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Fall Arrives with Warmth and Humidity

Clouds stick around, a few showers possible through Wed. * NatCast | Washington, D.C. Sunrise | UN Climate Goals Unclear * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Plentiful clouds today have yet to lead...

By Ian Livingston | September 22, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Clouds, Showers, and Warm Bounce

Return to the 80s expected before weekend cooling * Dodging Showers? NatCast | Outside Now?: Weather Wall * * Goals of Major U.N. Climate Meeting Unclear * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: More clouds than sun. Scattered showers (30% chance). 76-80. Tonight:...

By Matt Rogers | September 22, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: Clouds Lead the Way for Autumn

Humidity levels on the rise, a few showers possible * Goals of Major U.N. Climate Meeting Unclear * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Our run of pleasant days continued today as mostly clear...

By Ian Livingston | September 21, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Fall to Arrive, Summer Warmth Holds On

* Temps & More: Weather Wall | Hurricane Tracking Station * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. Near 80. | Tonight: Becoming cloudy, 40% chance of showers. 60-65. |...

By Jason Samenow | September 21, 2009; 10:25 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Pleasant Weather Extends its Stay

* SkinsCast: Sitting Pretty | Current Temps and More: Weather Wall * * Have you friended us on Facebook? * * How about following us on Twitter? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sunny, some high clouds. 76-80. | Tonight: Partly cloudy....

By Brian Jackson | September 20, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Winning Weather for the Weekend

* Outside Now?: Weather Wall | Hurricane Tracking Center * * SkinsCast: Sitting Pretty for Home Opener * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 74-78. | Tonight: Clear. 49-57. | Tomorrow: Partly to mostly sunny. 74-78. A Look Ahead | Get...

By Jason Samenow | September 19, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Clouds Depart for Beautiful Weekend

Lots of sun Saturday and Sunday; Rain return after? * SkinsCast | Poll: Climate & Weather? | A Chance of Meatballs * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Marine air masses are often difficult...

By Ian Livingston | September 18, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Clear Weekend, Sandwiched by Clouds

* Poll: Climate With Your Weather? | Weather Gaffe: A Big Oops * * Summer or Fall: Which Is It? | Freedman, Morano Clash on Climate * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: A.M. clouds & maybe some mist or drizzle. Increasing p.m....

By Camden Walker | September 18, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Dreary Through Tonight, Then Nicer

Friday brings a weather 180; What about the weekend? * Poll: Climate With Your Weather? | Weather Gaffe: A Big Oops * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * As CWG visitors madisondc and Bombo47jea...

By Ian Livingston | September 17, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Continued Cool, Damp & Dreary Today

Friday's weather somewhat nicer; Saturday a winner! * Summer or Fall: Which Is It? | Freedman, Morano Clash on Climate * * Outside Right Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Overcast & cool. Occasional light...

By Josh Larson | September 17, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: A Few Showers as Clouds Dominate

Quite cool on Thursday; Better afterwards? * Summer or Fall: Which Is It? | Freedman, Morano Clash on Climate * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * The cool and moist air that began arriving...

By Ian Livingston | September 16, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Clouds & Shower Chances Replace Sun

Will new weather pattern linger into weekend? * What Does an Inch of Rain Mean? | Joe Wilson, Civility & Climate * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly...

By Dan Stillman | September 16, 2009; 10:25 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Clear Trends Cloudy; Shower or Two?

Clouds, rain chances persist for the rest of the week * What Does an Inch of Rain Mean? | Joe Wilson, Civility & Climate * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Our sunny start...

By Ian Livingston | September 15, 2009; 03:45 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Soak Up the Rays for One More Day

* Outside Right Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * * Joe Wilson, Civility, and Climate Change * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Becoming partly cloudy, warm. 84-87. |...

By Brian Jackson | September 15, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Mostly Clear and Pretty Warm

More sun and still mild tomorrow, then clouds return * Radar, Temps, & More: Weather Wall | Hurricane Tracking Station * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Our nice start to this week continues....

By Ian Livingston | September 14, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Week Trends from Warm to Wet

* Radar, Temps, & More: Weather Wall | Hurricane Tracking Station * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sunny, very warm. 84-87. | Tonight: Clear. 56-65. | Tomorrow: Becoming partly cloudy....

By Jason Samenow | September 14, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Sunsational!

Sunshine and mild weather return to salvage weekend * Hurricane Tracking Center | Outside Now?: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Becoming sunny, warmer. 78-83. Tonight: Mostly clear. 58-63. | Tomorrow: More sunshine and warm. 81-86. | A Look Ahead...

By Matt Rogers | September 13, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Gray Skies to Gradually Clear

* Outside Now?: Weather Wall | Hurricane Tracking Center * * New Tool for Hurricane Forecasting | Corn Moon Photos * * A Skeptical Take on Global Warming * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. Mid-70s. | Tonight: Clearing. 57-63. |...

By Jason Samenow | September 12, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

PM Update: Pesky Coastal Storm Moving Out

Clearing Saturday and quite nice on Sunday * New Tool for Hurricane Forecasting | Corn Moon Photos * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * After several days of waiting for rain, it showed today....

By Ian Livingston | September 11, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Damp Friday, Winner of a Weekend

Clearing begins Saturday, returning to 80 degrees * Finding Fred: Hurricane Tracking Center | Weather Wall * * A Skeptical Take on Global Warming * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Showers likely, breezy. 69-73. | Tonight: 30% chance of lingering showers. Low...

By Camden Walker | September 11, 2009; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

PM Update: Slow-Moving Storm Proves Tricky

Probably damp and cool Friday, unless we see some sun * A Skeptical Take on Global Warming | NatCast * * Follow Fred with our Hurricane Tracking Center * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up...

By Ian Livingston | September 10, 2009; 03:25 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Clouds, Showers Slowly to Depart Area

But no truly sunny & warm weather 'til the weekend * NatCast | What's Fred up to? Hurricane Tracking Center * * Ike Dike Proposed * | August Climate Summary * * Later: A Skeptical Take on Global Warming *...

By Josh Larson | September 10, 2009; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: A Few Breaks Now, Not for Long

Thursday brings more of the same, clouds and some rain * Ike Dike Proposed for Texas Coast | NatCast | UnitedCast * * Follow Major Hurricane Fred with our Hurricane Tracking Center * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by...

By Ian Livingston | September 9, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Overcast, Cool & Damp Through Friday

First totally dry day may not arrive 'til Saturday * NatCast | UnitedCast | Hurricane Tracking Center * * 10 Things Weather Gang Forecasters Will Tell You * * Freedman: Response to Climate Depot Distortions -- New Comments * EXPRESS...

By Josh Larson | September 9, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

PM Update: Gray and Damp with Some Showers

More clouds and rain chances on Wednesday * 10 Things Weather Gang Forecasters Will Tell You | NatCast * * Follow Tropical Storm Fred with our Hurricane Tracking Center * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me...

By Ian Livingston | September 8, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Bye Bye Dry (More Showers Seen)

* NatCast | Outside Right Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * Fred Forms: Hurricane Tracking Station * * Later: 10 Things Weather Gang Forecasters Will Tell You* EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy, cool with periods of rain....

By Matt Rogers | September 8, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Overcast, Damp Weather Moves In

* Radar, Temps, & More: Weather Wall | Hurricane Tracking Station * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cloudy, 40-50% chance of showers, especially in the p.m. 75-79. | Tonight: Increasing...

By Jason Samenow | September 7, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Nice Weather Stretches to the Horizon

* NatCast | Outside Right Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 83-86. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 61-67. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny....

By Brian Jackson | September 6, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Wow, What Weekend Weather!

* NatCast | Outside Now? Temps & More: Weather Wall * * Hurricane Tracking Center * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 84-88. | Tonight: Mostly clear. 58-64. | Tomorrow: Partly to mostly sunny. 83-87. A Look Ahead | Get Express...

By Jason Samenow | September 5, 2009; 02:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: Smooth Sailing Through Labor Day

* Our Full Forecast | Beach Forecast | NatCast | Traffic | Travel Q&A * * Outside Right Now? Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * The forecast continues to look fantastic for the long weekend, with partly to mostly...

By Capital Weather Gang | September 4, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: A Labor Day Weekend Worth Bottling

Spectacular September weather continues * NatCast | Beach Forecast | Outside Now? Weather Wall * * The Value of a Forecast | Has TWC Jumped the Shark? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. Low-to-mid 80s. | Tonight: Virtually...

By Camden Walker | September 4, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Near-Perfect Conditions Continue

Mostly sunny Friday; Holiday weekend looks sweet * The Value of a Weather Forecast | Holiday Beach Forecast * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Other than some increased afternoon cloudiness, mainly over southeastern...

By Ian Livingston | September 3, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Pleasant, Dry Weather for Days Ahead

Temperatures return to normal Friday into the weekend * Outside Now? Weather Wall | Hurricane Tracking Center * * Obama Should Give Climate Speech | Response to Rebuttal * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up...

By Josh Larson | September 3, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: Mostly Clear, Still Rather Cool

More of the same Thursday; Slightly warmer after * Tropical Storm Erika Update | Obama Needs to Give Climate Speech * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * September's cooler-than-normal start continues today, but hopefully...

By Ian Livingston | September 2, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Coolish Mornings, Delightful Afternoons

Nice weather may stay right through Labor Day * UnitedCast | Outside Now? Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * * Obama Should Give Climate Speech | Hurricane Tracking Center * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. Upper 70s. | Tonight:...

By Dan Stillman | September 2, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: September's Awesome Start

Nice weather to continue through the week * Obama Needs Climate Speech | Making Augusts Not Quite as Hot * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Following the coolest morning start in several months,...

By Ian Livingston | September 1, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Complaint-Free Weather Week!

* Radar, Temps, & More: Weather Wall | Hurricane Tracking Station * * Making Hotter Augusts Not Quite as Hot * * Later: Obama Needs to Give Climate Speech * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny and pleasant. 76-80. Tonight: Mostly...

By Matt Rogers | September 1, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Hot August Ends With Cool Day

September arrives in beautiful fashion * Making Hotter Augusts Not Quite as Hot | Hurricane Tracking Center * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Meteorological summer is coming to a close, and even if...

By Ian Livingston | August 31, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: A Wonderful Week Ahead of Weather

* Radar, Temps, & More: Weather Wall | Hurricane Tracking Station * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * * Later: Minimizing the Impacts of Hotter Augusts * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Variably cloudy. 73-77. |...

By Jason Samenow | August 31, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Cooler Weather on the Way

* Outside Now? Radar, Clouds, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * The Power of Hurricane-Force Winds | Hurricane Tracking Center * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny, slight chance of showers. 83-86. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 59-64. | Tomorrow: Clouds...

By Brian Jackson | August 30, 2009; 04:10 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: A Few Evening Showers & Storms

Diminished rain chances tomorrow, then cooler * Outside Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall | Lightning Map * * Feeling the Power of Hurricane-Force Winds | Year of Science * * Where's Danny? Hurricane Tracking Center * EXPRESS FORECAST...

By Jason Samenow | August 29, 2009; 06:40 PM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Periods of Rain Lead to Flood Threat

Danny to pass east of area Saturday; Nicer Sunday * Flash Flood Watch Thru Tonight for Metro Area & North (Map) * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall | SkinsCast * * Is Danny a Threat to...

By Ian Livingston | August 28, 2009; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (12)

Forecast: Unsettled, But Not Danny's Fault

Cooler with daily shower/storm threats through weekend * Flash Flood Watch Thru Tonight for Metro Area & North (Map) * * Outside Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall | SkinsCast * * Is T.S. Danny a Threat to U.S....

By Camden Walker | August 28, 2009; 02:05 PM ET | Comments (19)

PM Update: Still Warm, But Cool Down Coming

Rain chances return; What about Danny? * Outside Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall | Lightning Map * * Feeling the Power of Hurricane-Force Winds | Year of Science * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign...

By Ian Livingston | August 27, 2009; 04:45 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Warm/Dry Today; Cool/Wet Tomorrow

Danny's effect on weekend uncertain but likely small * Where's Danny? Hurricane Tracking Center | Year of Science * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny & warm. 85-90. |...

By Josh Larson | August 27, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Quite Warm and Still Quiet

A little cooler Thursday, some showers or storms late? * Tropical Storm Danny Forms | Storm Sequence Photos * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Lots of sun today was joined with moderate levels...

By Ian Livingston | August 26, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Sunny Again, Then Rain Chances Return

Tropical Storm Danny could impact weather by weekend * UnitedCast | Meet TS Danny: Hurricane Tracking Center * * Hot, Hazy, Humid Williamsburg | Hotter Augusts for D.C.? * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up...

By Dan Stillman | August 26, 2009; 10:40 AM ET | Comments (8)

PM Update: Warm Today, Hot Tomorrow

Mostly sunny Wed. with above-average temperatures * Storm Sequence Photos | Hotter Augusts Upcoming in D.C.? * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * A few extra clouds floating by overhead today have helped hold...

By Ian Livingston | August 25, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Dry Today, But Heat & Humidity Building

* Hurricane Tracking Station | Augusts to Turn Hotter? * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * * Later: Friday's Storm Sequence * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 87-91. Tonight: Partly cloudy. 67-72. | Tomorrow:...

By Matt Rogers | August 25, 2009; 10:10 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: Quite Nice for August

Warming up a bit Tuesday, still mostly sunny * Climate Study Projects Hotter Augusts for D.C. * Muggy dew points of Saturday transitioned to moderate yesterday and have reached comfortable levels today as light north winds bring drier air...

By Ian Livingston | August 24, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Drier Week Ahead, Still Very Warm

* NatCast | Weather Wall | Hurricane Tracking Station * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * * Later: Climate Change, August Heat, and D.C. * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. Mid-80s. |...

By Jason Samenow | August 24, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Storms Stay Another Day?

* Bill Skirts Canadian Coast: Hurricane Tracking Center * * Outside Right Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. 30% chance of...

By Brian Jackson | August 23, 2009; 09:25 AM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Stormy Saturday, More Serene Sunday

* Flash Flood Watch in Effect Through Evening * * SkinsCast, NatCast and UnitedCast | Weather Wall * * Bill's Big Waves | Where's Bill? Hurricane Tracking Center * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Showers and t'storms likely. 83-88. | Tonight: Some...

By Jason Samenow | August 22, 2009; 10:35 AM ET | Comments (14)

PM Update: Evening Storms Rumble Through

* Full Forecast | Outside Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * Power Outage Maps: Pepco, Dominion, BGE * * Big Waves Threaten Nearby Beaches | Hurricane Tracking Center * More showers and storms are moving across the...

By Ian Livingston | August 21, 2009; 11:10 PM ET | Comments (22)

Forecast: Some Storms Before Humidity Wanes

Another warm one today, then cooler into next week * NatCast | A/C or No A/C? | Track Hurricane Bill * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Isolated a.m. showers? 60%...

By Camden Walker | August 21, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (26)

PM Update: More Showers & Storms for Some

Muggy Friday along with PM thunderstorm threats * NatCast | Outside Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * Tropical Update: Bill's Big Waves | Hurricane Tracking Center * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me...

By Ian Livingston | August 20, 2009; 04:45 PM ET | Comments (0)

PM Update: Showers and Storms Into Evening

Tropical conditions persist on Thursday, some rain too * Follow Category 4 Bill: Hurricane Tracking Center | Weather Wall * * NatCast | A/C or No A/C? | Hurricane-Climate Debate * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign...

By Ian Livingston | August 19, 2009; 05:20 PM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Light at End of Hot & Humid Tunnel?

Not as hot today but storm chances continue * NatCast | Where's Category 4 Bill? Hurricane Tracking Center * * Hurricane-Climate Change Debate | Later: To A/C or Not to A/C? * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail:...

By Dan Stillman | August 19, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Hot With Some Showers and Storms

More heat and rain opportunities Wednesday * Outside? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall | Lightning Map * * Hurricane-Climate Change Debate | Camille 40 Years Later * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up *...

By Ian Livingston | August 18, 2009; 06:20 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Heat Repeat With Some Storms

* NatCast | Radar, Temps, and More: Weather Wall * * Bill - A Category 2 Hurricane: Hurricane Tracking Station * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * * Later: Studies Rekindle Hurricane-Climate Change Debate...

By Matt Rogers | August 18, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (10)

PM Update: Heat Continues to Deliver

Sill warmer than normal tomorrow; PM storms? * Hurricane Camille 40 Years Later | Tropical Update: Ana and Bill * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * As has been the case on other hot...

By Ian Livingston | August 17, 2009; 03:20 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: A Hot, Steamy Work Week

Storm chances return mid-week... * Weather Wall | Hurricane Tracking Station * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * * Later: Update on the Tropics & Hurricane Camille, 40 Years Later * EXPRESS FORECAST Today:...

By Jason Samenow | August 17, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Stretch of 90-degree Heat Begins

* Tropics Busy w/ Ana, Bill & Claudette: Story | Hurricane Center * * Outside Right Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Lots...

By Brian Jackson | August 16, 2009; 02:00 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: A Sunny, Dry Stretch

* Tropical Storms Ana and Bill Form: Hurricane Tracking Center * * Outside Right Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * Potomac Twilight | Whale Watching | Cape Town's Table Cloth * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast...

By Jason Samenow | August 15, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (8)

PM Update: Work Week Ends on Calm Note

Lots of sunshine Saturday and quite warm * Potomac Twilight | Whale Watching | Cape Town's Table Cloth * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Morning cloudiness has broken a bit throughout the day...

By Ian Livingston | August 14, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Summer Weather in Cruise Control

* Whale Watching | Cape Town Clouds | Hurricane Tracking Center * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. Slight p.m. storm chance. Mid-to-upper 80s. | Tonight: Partly to mostly...

By Dan Stillman | August 14, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Mild, Mostly Dry and Maybe a Shower

Partly sunny Friday, chance of late-day showers/storms * SkinsCast | Whale Watching | Cape Town's Table Cloth * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Though we have largely managed to escape rain so far...

By Ian Livingston | August 13, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Staying Humid; A Shower Here & There

A little cooler today, a little warmer into the weekend * Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall | Hurricane Tracking Center * * Redskins-Ravens Forecast | Weather Checker | Cape Town Clouds * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by...

By Dan Stillman | August 13, 2009; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: No 90s, Showers and Storms Possible

Showery Thursday? A little cooler for now * Outside Now? Radar & More: Weather Wall | Lightning Map * * Weather Checker | Cape Town's Table Cloth | Climate & Security * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail:...

By Ian Livingston | August 12, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Heat Wave Dissolves, Humidity Sticks

Daily chance of t'storms through the weekend * Climate Change & National Security: A Tough Sell * * Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up...

By Jason Samenow | August 12, 2009; 07:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: Heat Wave Official, and Likely Over

A few evening storms? Near-average temps tomorrow * Outside Now? Radar & More: Weather Wall | Lightning Map * * Climate Change & National Security: A Tough Sell * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up...

By Ian Livingston | August 11, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Wave Bye to Heat; Cooling at Midweek

* New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * * Heat Wave: Live Chat Transcript | Photos | Think Snow * * Later: Climate Change & National Security: A Tough Sell * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny...

By Matt Rogers | August 11, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (14)

PM Update: The Hottest Day of the Season

Record high at Dulles; Some storms, then not as hot * Outside Now? Radar & More: Weather Wall | Lightning Map * * CWG Chat Transcript on Heat Wave | Washington Post Heat Photos * * New! Get CWG's Express...

By Ian Livingston | August 10, 2009; 09:40 PM ET | Comments (19)

Forecast: Sizzling Toward the Century Mark

Record heat possible today; then a cooling trend * Heat Advisory Noon to 8 PM (except far N&W: map) * * Resources: Tips to Stay Cool From the CDC | EPA on Extreme Heat * * New! Get CWG's Express...

By Dan Stillman | August 10, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (14)

Forecast: Scorching Summer Heat is Here

* Heat Advisory Monday, Noon to 10 PM (except far N&W: map) * * Resources: Tips to Stay Cool from the CDC | EPA on Extreme Heat * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up *...

By Josh Larson | August 9, 2009; 04:00 PM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Heat Wave One Day Away

* NatCast | Radar, Temps, and More: Weather Wall * * NOAA Says No to Hurricane Modification | July Recap: 5th Driest * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny,...

By Jason Samenow | August 8, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Awesome for Now, But Heat is Coming

Heat indices approaching 100 just around the corner * NOAA Says No to Hurricane Modification | July Recap: 5th Driest * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Today was about as perfect a day...

By Ian Livingston | August 7, 2009; 10:30 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Delightful Today, Major Heat by Sunday

* NatCast | July Recap: Summer Finally Gets Real | T-Storm Photos * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sunny & very pleasant. Mid-80s. | Tonight: Mostly clear early. Partly cloudy...

By Josh Larson | August 7, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (12)

PM Update: Clearing Skies Lead to Cool Night

Near-perfect day to end work week, then heating up * NatCast | July Recap: Summer Finally Shows | Life of a Thunderstorm * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Much of the area escaped...

By Ian Livingston | August 6, 2009; 05:25 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Wet and Cool Today, Heat on Horizon

* NatCast | Radar, Temps, and More: Weather Wall * * Sleeping through Sunlight | Later: July Recap * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Showers likely, mainly in the morning....

By Brian Jackson | August 6, 2009; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Quiet Gives Way to Tricky

Cooler and cloudier Thursday with some rain likely * NatCast | Sleeping Through Sunlight | Hurricane Outlook Changing? * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Another fairly typical August day is heading toward an...

By Ian Livingston | August 5, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Typical Summer Stuff, Then Real Heat?

* NatCast | Changing Hurricane Forecast | Climate Change & Jellyfish * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. 30% chance of p.m. storms. Upper 80s to near 90. |...

By Dan Stillman | August 5, 2009; 10:25 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Heat and Humidity Join Forces

Warm Wednesday, shower and storm chances late * NatCast | Hurricane Outlook Revision? | Climate Change & Jellyfish * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * High levels of humidity joined up with heat to...

By Ian Livingston | August 4, 2009; 05:30 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Heat Inches Up; Storms Sneak Back

Heat builds today with storms returning tomorrow. * Air Quality Code Orange Today: Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups * * NatCast | Climate Change and the Scary Jellyfish Scourge * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up...

By Matt Rogers | August 4, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Pretty Pleasant for August

Hot Tuesday with higher levels of humidity * Climate Change and the Scary Jellyfish Scourge * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Today was pleasant for August, if not slightly below normal temperature-wise. Highs...

By Ian Livingston | August 3, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: A Very Warm, Sometimes Humid Week

Storm threat highest Wednesday * Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * * Later: Climate Change and the Scary Jellyfish Scourge * EXPRESS FORECAST...

By Jason Samenow | August 3, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: August Bringing Mugginess & Storms

* Twisters Rip Up Property in Frederick County * * Radar, Temps, and More: Weather Wall * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sticky and gray, 70% chance of showers...

By Brian Jackson | August 2, 2009; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (17)

Forecast: Staying Sticky, Slight Storm Chance

* Northwest Sizzles, Texas Withers | A Good Time to Watch Clouds * * Radar, Temps, and More: Weather Wall * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny, 20% chance...

By Jason Samenow | August 1, 2009; 02:00 PM ET | Comments (15)

PM Update: Storms Depart, Quiet Night Ahead

Mostly sunny and rather warm on Saturday * Northwest Sizzles, Texas Withers | A Good Time to Watch Clouds * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Showers and storms, some severe with damaging winds...

By Ian Livingston | July 31, 2009; 05:00 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Sticky? Definitely. Stormy? Maybe.

Today's heaviest rain tracks north of D.C. * Severe T-Storm Watch Until 9 PM | Cloud-to-Cloud Lightning * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy and sticky. 60% chance of...

By Camden Walker | July 31, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (12)

PM Update: Warm & Muggy; Isolated Shower?

Unsettled on Friday with a chance of severe weather * Cloud-to-Cloud Lightning | Summer: A Good Time to Watch Clouds * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Since we can't seem to fully rid...

By Ian Livingston | July 30, 2009; 03:20 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Ushering in a Warm & Humid August

Sultry and, at times, stormy through early next week * Watching Clouds | Later: Cloud-to-Cloud Lightning Show * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. Isolated p.m. storm? Near 90....

By Josh Larson | July 30, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Scattered Showers and Storms

Heat and sunshine return on Thursday * Outside Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall | Lightning Map * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * Clouds and some light rain through mid-afternoon have limited...

By Ian Livingston | July 29, 2009; 05:35 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Shower, Storm Chances Higher Today

Temperatures briefly dip, heat up again tomorrow * My Dangerous Encounter With Katrina | Later: Cloud Watching * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. Very humid. Periods of showers...

By Dan Stillman | July 29, 2009; 08:50 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Just a Lone Shower or Storm

Rounds of rain and storms possible Wednesday * UnitedCast | Dangerous Encounter With Hurricane Katrina * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * A short-lived and isolated set of showers affected portions of the area...

By Ian Livingston | July 28, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Back to the 90s Today; Pop-Up Storm?

Stagnant, summery pattern stays in place * UnitedCast | Saturday Evening Storms: Recap and Pictures * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. 30% chance of a p.m....

By Matt Rogers | July 28, 2009; 08:50 AM ET | Comments (11)

PM Update: Sultry; Isolated Shower or Storm?

More heat and humidity on Tuesday, storms possible late * Outside Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall | Lightning Map * * New! Get CWG's Express Forecast by E-mail: Sign Me Up * While the best chance for significant...

By Ian Livingston | July 27, 2009; 09:25 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Humidity, Storm Chances Hang On

Warm week with rain chances varying from day to day * Moon & Weather | NASA Tweetup | Later: Saturday Storm Photos* EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly cloudy. Passing morning shower? 40% chance of p.m. storms. Upper 80s to...

By Matt Rogers | July 27, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: More Swelter. More Storms, Too?

* NatCast | Outside Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * Moon & Weather | NASA Tweetup | Humidity Misconceptions * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: More clouds than sun. 50% chance of p.m. storms. 87-90. | Tonight: Shower/storm early?...

By Brian Jackson | July 26, 2009; 01:50 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Summer Heat & Storms Arrive

* NatCast | Outside Now? Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * * Moon & Weather | NASA Tweetup | Humidity Misconceptions * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. 25% chance of a t-storm. 90-93. | Tonight: Partly cloudy,...

By Brian Jackson | July 25, 2009; 05:00 PM ET | Comments (16)

PM Update: Isolated Strong Storms Into Evening

Hot and humid conditions Saturday, but mostly dry * Outside Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall | Lightning Map * * NatCast | The Moon and Weather | NASA Tweetup * For the second day in a row, we...

By Ian Livingston | July 24, 2009; 04:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: More Storms Today? Hot Tomorrow

Decent daily storm chances except for Saturday * Nats-Padres Forecast | Debunking Humidity Misconceptions * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. Chance of p.m. storms. Mid-to-upper 80s. | Tonight: Clearing skies. Mid-to-upper 60s. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. Low 90s. | Sunday:...

By Camden Walker | July 24, 2009; 09:15 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Storms Soaking Some Spots

Near-average temperatures Friday; isolated storm late? * Outside Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall | Lightning Map * * NatCast | It's Not the Heat | Cool Summer ... Not Everywhere * More July heat and humidity has led...

By Ian Livingston | July 23, 2009; 06:15 PM ET | Comments (25)

Forecast: Finally, A Decent Chance of Rain Today

But still only 50/50; Warm and humid this weekend * Nats-Cardinals Forecast | Cool Summer Here, But Not Everywhere * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly cloudy. Humid. 50% chance of showers/storms. Low-to-mid 80s. | Tonight: Muggy. Chance of evening...

By Camden Walker | July 23, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (28)

PM Update: Muggy and Mild With a Shower or Two

More clouds Thursday, some p.m. storms possible * NatCast | Cool Summer Here, Not Everywhere | Low Dew Point? * Isolated showers, which have created a few spots of briefly moderate to heavy rain this afternoon, could continue through evening....

By Ian Livingston | July 22, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Humid Without High Heat

Rain still hard to come by today; better chance tomorrow * Nats-Mets Forecast | Photos: Washington's Amazing Lightning Rod * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny & more humid. Passing p.m. shower/storm? 83-88. | Tonight: Isolated evening shower/storm. 68-73. | Tomorrow:...

By Dan Stillman | July 22, 2009; 10:40 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: A Few Showers, Storms Here & There

Warm and muggy Wednesday. Any showers? * NatCast | Record Low Dew Point? | Washington's Lightning Rod * Some isolated showers and maybe a thunderstorm will be around late afternoon and into evening and maybe again overnight. On the temperature...

By Ian Livingston | July 21, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Weather Settles Into Steady State

Daily shower chances; serious heat remains elusive * NatCast | Outside Now? Radars, Temps & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly cloudy. 30-40% chance of showers. T-storm? Low 80s. Tonight: Mostly cloudy. 30% chance of showers/storms. 66-70. |...

By Matt Rogers | July 21, 2009; 08:45 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Marine Air Mass in Control

More clouds and a few showers on Tuesday * NatCast | University Release Misleads Media on Climate * Mostly light showers that have skirted around us today could advance into parts of the area through the rest of the afternoon,...

By Ian Livingston | July 20, 2009; 03:20 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Moisture Moving Back Into Town

Humidity hiatus is over; clouds, some showers this week * NatCast | Outside Now? Radars, Temps & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Party to mostly cloudy. A few showers and a storm? 79-83. Tonight: Mostly cloudy. 30% chance...

By Matt Rogers | July 20, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: After Sunday Sun, Cloudier Week Ahead

Starting Monday, moister air and shower chances * Outside Now? Temps, DC Cam & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 83-87. | Tonight: Increasing clouds. 65-68. | Tomorrow: Cloudy skies. Chance of spotty showers, isolated storm. 80-84....

By Brian Jackson | July 19, 2009; 02:00 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Blissful Weekend Weather Wise

Though dry, next week looks wet * Can Wind Farms Change Weather? | Alignment on Tornado Advice* * NatCast | UnitedCast | Temps and More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. 83-86. | Tonight: Partly cloudy....

By Jason Samenow | July 18, 2009; 11:45 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: A Few Showers Into Evening

Storm threat minimal; Nice weekend ahead * Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * Nats-Cubs Forecast | NWS, Red Cross Align on Tornado Advice * Behind the area of showers that moved through during mid-afternoon,...

By Ian Livingston | July 17, 2009; 05:10 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Sticky Friday; Stormy, Too?

Weather is looking good for weekend * Severe Thunderstorm Watch Until 5 p.m. * * Nats-Cubs Forecast | Can Wind Farms Change Weather? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly cloudy. Morning shower. 50% chance of p.m. showers/storms. Upper 80s...

By Camden Walker | July 17, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (13)

PM Update: Finally Hot and Muggy, For Now

Cloudier, still quite warm Friday; Thunderstorms late? * Flight Safety Plan Hearing | Wind Farms and Weather* In what has been a relatively cool summer so far, today is one of the hottest or the hottest day of the season...

By Ian Livingston | July 16, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Humid and Unsettled Weather Develops

Warm, at times thundershowery, through Monday * NatCast: Muggy, Stray Storm? | Can Wind Farms Change Weather? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Clouds & sun. T'storms? Near 90. | Tonight: Muggy; stray shower. Around 70. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny; P.M. storms?...

By Josh Larson | July 16, 2009; 08:40 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: July Heat Returns, Humidity to Follow

Hot and muggy Thursday; morning showers? * Can Wind Farms Change Weather? | Hurricane Season's Slow Start * After another cool and pleasant morning, typical July heat returned to the area today, but thankfully humidity levels remain modest for now....

By Ian Livingston | July 15, 2009; 03:20 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Summer Tries to Muster Some Sizzle

Warmer today; more humid with rain chances Thurs.-Sat. * Slow Start to Hurricane Season | Later: Wind Farms & Weather * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. Upper 80s. | Tonight: Partly to mostly cloudy. Upper 60s to low...

By Dan Stillman | July 15, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: July Heat to Follow September-like Day

Near-normal temperatures, not too humid, for Wed. * Hurricane Season off to Slow Start | Matt Rogers on El Nino * We're just days off our typically hottest time of the year, but today's mild temperatures and low humidity just...

By Ian Livingston | July 14, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Summer Shine and Super Weather

Some heat and humidity on Thursday * New Weather Channel Show with Al Roker and Stephanie Abrams * * Later: Hurricane Update - Season off to Slow Start * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sunny. 82-86. Tonight: Partly cloudy. 57-61. | Tomorrow:...

By Matt Rogers | July 14, 2009; 07:30 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Another Nice Day Ahead

Sunny and mild Tuesday; Any 90s this week? * TWC's New Morning Show | D.C. - A Summer Sweet Spot So Far * Though temperatures have climbed back to near normal the past few days, there's still not much to...

By Ian Livingston | July 13, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Very Warm Week, Sticky Heat Limited

Humid midweek, t'storm threat Wed-Fri p.m. * Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * D.C.'s Sweet Summer | Later: Up Close with Stephanie Abrams * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 84-87. | Tonight: Mostly clear....

By Jason Samenow | July 13, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Drier Air Returns...

But pesky front keeps slight shower chance around * Outside Now? Radar, Clouds, Temps & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny, p.m. shower south? 84-87. | Tonight: Partial clearing. 63-66. | Tomorrow: Sun and clouds, isolated shower,...

By Brian Jackson | July 12, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Stickier Saturday with Storms at Night

Low humidity returns Sunday... * D.C. A Summer Sweet Spot, So Far | El Niño = Less Hurricanes? * * Current Radar, Temps, and More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny and somewhat humid. Mid-to-upper 80s. | Tonight:...

By Jason Samenow | July 11, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Lovely End to Nice Work-Week Weather

Warmer on Saturday, some storminess late? * D.C. A Summer Sweet Spot, So Far | El Niño = Less Hurricanes? * We squeezed out one more very nice day today even though humidity levels have begun to tick back up...

By Ian Livingston | July 10, 2009; 03:20 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: A Warmer & More Humid Weekend

But still not bad for July, even with some storm chances * Local Farms Adjust to Rain | How Does El Nino Affect Hurricanes? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. 79-83. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 60s. | Tomorrow:...

By Camden Walker | July 10, 2009; 09:50 AM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: Still Quite Pleasant for July

Yet again, more nice weather on Friday * El Nino & Hurricanes | Local Farms Adjust to Weather Challenges * Summer weather can often be a "broken record" in these parts. Fortunately this year it's not a hot and muggy...

By Ian Livingston | July 9, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Continued Pleasant Today & Tomorrow

A warmer, more humid weekend; still not bad * El Nino & Hurricanes | An Amazing D.C. Fireworks Show * * Later: Recent Rains and Impacts on Local Farms * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny; a little more humid. Low...

By Josh Larson | July 9, 2009; 08:40 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: A Comfortable Evening & Cool Night

Partly sunny, still rather cool (for July) on Thursday * El Nino & Hurricanes | An Amazing D.C. Fireworks Show * Lots of sunshine -- and that we sit near the warmest part of the calendar year -- made little...

By Ian Livingston | July 8, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Still Waiting for Summer Heat, Humidity

Very low humidity today; more humid this weekend * Fireworks Photo Spread | Later: Does El Nino = Fewer Hurricanes? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. Low-to-mid 80s. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 57-64. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny. Low 80s. Isolated...

By Dan Stillman | July 8, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Some July Heat Minus the Humidity

A little cooler, still mostly sunny, Wednesday * UnitedCast | An Amazing D.C. Fireworks Show | June Recap * A gusty west-to-northwest downsloping wind has helped boost temperatures to near-and-above average today, which is something of a rarity as of...

By Ian Livingston | July 7, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: First-Class July Weather

Low humidity the top perk, but heat this weekend? * UnitedCast | June Recap | Later: An Amazing Fireworks Show * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly cloudy. 83-87. Tonight: Partly cloudy. 59-64. | Tomorrow: Partly cloudy, a little cooler. 81-85. |...

By Matt Rogers | July 7, 2009; 09:20 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Delightful Start to Work Week

Another mostly sunny day tomorrow * June Recap: Another Wet Month | The Superior Dew Point * Our oddly comfortable stretch of temperatures and humidity levels continued today. Even with lots of sunshine, highs reaching the low-to-mid 80s once again...

By Ian Livingston | July 6, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Another Cooler Than Average Week

Nice Monday to kick things off... * Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * June Recap: Another Wet Month * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 83-86. | Tonight: Mostly clear. 60-66. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny,...

By Jason Samenow | July 6, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Showers May Stay Mainly South

Dry and pleasant weather tomorrow... * NatCast | Current Temps and More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cool & cloudy. Some showers, mostly south of D.C. 73-76. | Tonight: Isolated shower early? 62-65. | Tomorrow: Becoming partly sunny. 81-84....

By Brian Jackson | July 5, 2009; 02:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: A Fine Fourth of July But...

Showers possible at night & Sunday... * NatCast | July 4th Guide | Current Temps and More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. Mid-80s. | Tonight: Showers possible, mainly after 9 p.m. 60-66. | Tomorrow: Showers likely. 75-79....

By Jason Samenow | July 4, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: A Decent, But Not Totally Dry Weekend

30% chance of a shower/storm at fireworks time * NatCast | Summer Fun With Weather for Kids | July 4th Guide * * Outside Right Now? Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. Isolated p.m....

By Camden Walker | July 3, 2009; 05:00 PM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: A Few Showers Through Sunset

Quite pleasant on Friday; What about the 4th? * Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall | Shore Weather: BeachCast * * Weather Makes for Summer Fun With Kids | The Superior Dew Point * Little more than a spotty shower...

By Ian Livingston | July 2, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: A Warm, Mainly Dry Holiday Weekend

Humidity in check; outside chance of rain on 4th * Students Do Their Share for Cleaner Air | The Superior Dew Point * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Clouds & sun. PM t'storm? Low 80s | Tonight: Mostly cloudy; shower early? Mid-60s...

By Josh Larson | July 2, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: More Scattered Showers & Storms

Mild on Thursday, a few showers possible late * Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall | Lightning Map * * Students Do Their Share for Cleaner Air | The Superior Dew Point * As a spoke of atmospheric energy passes...

By Ian Livingston | July 1, 2009; 07:25 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Chance of Showers, Thunder Today

Jury still out for latter part of July 4th weekend * Dew Points for Dummies | Wrapping Up VORTEX2 * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mix of sun & clouds. 50% chance of p.m showers/storms. 80-85. | Tonight: Evening showers/storms? Then partly...

By Dan Stillman | July 1, 2009; 08:40 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Spotty Showers, Otherwise Fair

Scattered PM showers/thundershowers Wednesday * The Superiority of Dew Point | VORTEX2 Gets Useful Data * Outside a few scattered showers, and increased afternoon cloudiness, today ended up being fairly pleasant for a time of year when we are often...

By Ian Livingston | June 30, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Some Sun and Some Showers

July 4th forecast mostly dry, for now... * Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * VORTEX2 Wrap-Up | Later: Dew Points for Dummies * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. 30% chance of p.m. showers. 82-85....

By Jason Samenow | June 30, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: Mild with Low Humidity

Afternoon showers and thundershowers possible Tuesday * VORTEX2 Gets Useful Data | Lightning Safety * A downsloping west wind has brought lower humidity and a rather fine day along for the ride. Highs are now reaching the mid-80s most locations...

By Ian Livingston | June 29, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Big-Time Heat Plays Keep Away

July 4th forecast a question mark... * Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * Later: VORTEX2 Wrap-up -- What was learned? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. 84-88. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 60-65....

By Jason Samenow | June 29, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Partly Unsettled Weather

Generally pleasant, but no shaking shower chances * Outside Now? Radar, Clouds, Temps & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly cloudy. Showers? Low 80s. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy, showers possible. 65-68. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny, 81-85....

By Brian Jackson | June 28, 2009; 08:50 AM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Sun Today, Storms May be Back Sunday

* Storms Cause Damage | Current Temps and More: Weather Wall * * Photos: Storms Transform Sky | Heartland Responds to CWG * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 83-86. | Tonight: Mostly clear. 60-66. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny, 40% chance...

By Jason Samenow | June 27, 2009; 04:00 PM ET | Comments (1)

Intense Storms Moving Out of Area

Lots of sun on Saturday; More showers/storms Sunday? * Severe T-Storm Watch until 10 p.m. | Radar & More: Weather Wall * Scattered severe thunderstorms with a history of hail, high winds and very heavy rain are moving out of...

By Ian Livingston | June 26, 2009; 08:40 PM ET | Comments (14)

Forecast: Sweaty Friday With Storm Threat

Warm and rain-free through much of weekend * Cars With Weather Names | Heartland Responds to CWG Column * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Summery with p.m. storm threat. Near 90. | Tonight: A storm early? Then partial clearing. Upper 60s to...

By Camden Walker | June 26, 2009; 10:35 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Hot Today, Stormy Tomorrow?

Temps near 90 again Friday, showers & storms possible * NatCast | Lightning Safety | How Many 90-Degree Days at DCA? * Though we've either been in summer for almost a month or just a few days, depending on your...

By Ian Livingston | June 25, 2009; 03:20 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Hot & Humid Through the Weekend

Warmest 5-day stretch of temps so far this year * NatCast | Lightning Safety | How Many 90-Degree Days? * * Later: Cars Named After the Weather... * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny and hot. 89-93. | Tonight: Partly cloudy;...

By Josh Larson | June 25, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Preparing to Turn Up the Heat

Hot on Thursday and into the weekend * NatCast | Lightning Safety | How Many 90-Degree Days at DCA? * Much like yesterday, we've had a warm and quiet day with a few fair-weather cumulus clouds floating by overhead. Though...

By Ian Livingston | June 24, 2009; 03:25 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Warm Wednesday, Then Some Heat

Highs near and above 90 tomorrow through Sunday * NatCast | How Many 90-Degree Days? | Later: Lightning Safety * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. Mid-to-upper 80s. | Tonight: Mostly clear. Mid-60s to near 70. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. Isolated...

By Dan Stillman | June 24, 2009; 08:20 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Partly Cloudy and Quite Nice

Warmer, still pleasant on Wednesday; Hot end to week * How Many 90-Degree Days at DCA? | An Atlantic Sunrise * Our stretch of mostly nice weather continues today with partly cloudy skies and mild temperatures. Highs are now reaching...

By Ian Livingston | June 23, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Two More Days of Enjoyable Eighties

* NatCast | Baltimore and Bay Twisters * * Later: An Atlantic Sunrise: Nags Head, North Carolina * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. 83-87. Tonight: Partly cloudy. 63-67. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny. Isolated shower? 83-87 | A Look...

By Jason Samenow | June 23, 2009; 07:35 AM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: Pleasant Weather to Continue

Partly to mostly sunny, continued calm, Tuesday * Saturday's Baltimore and Bay Twisters | Year Without a Summer? * Unlike many workdays of late, today ended up being fairly sunny and quite pleasant. Highs have climbed up into the low...

By Ian Livingston | June 22, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Three Sweet Days to Kick Off Summer

Stickiness and storms return towards the weekend... * Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * Later: Baltimore County and Chesapeake Bay Twister * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. Low 80s. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 60-65....

By Jason Samenow | June 22, 2009; 10:15 AM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Drying Out for Dad, Sort of...

* NatCast | Outside Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy and breezy. Shower? 79-83. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 61-65. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny. 79-83. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL At...

By Jason Samenow | June 21, 2009; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Sticky, Sometimes Stormy Saturday

Sunday not so stormy... * Tornado Watch South and East of Metro Area until 8 p.m. * * NatCast | Year Without a Summer | Sureness of Warming Skeptics * * Outside Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall...

By Jason Samenow | June 20, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (13)

PM Update: Chance of Strong Storms Saturday

Warm, muggy and mostly dry this evening * NatCast | Year Without a Summer | Sureness of Warming Skeptics * Despite mostly cloudy skies and moderate humidity, rainfall has eluded the region today with most shower and t'storm activity well...

By Jason Samenow | June 19, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Stormy Saturday Follows Fair Friday

Stretch of nice weather starts Sunday * NatCast | New Climate Report | Later: Year Without a Summer * * The Sureness of Climate Skeptics | Heartland Has Change of Heart * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. Mid-to-upper 80s. |...

By Dan Stillman | June 19, 2009; 08:55 AM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Sticky, Stormy Weather Returns

Band of heavy midday showers & storms moves through * Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * The Sureness of Climate Skeptics | Heartland Has Change of Heart * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. T'storms;...

By Josh Larson | June 18, 2009; 01:15 PM ET | Comments (26)

PM Update: Some Showers Pass, More Coming

Warmer, more showers possible, Thursday * Climate Report Details Mid-Atlantic Impacts | Tornado Chase Photos * An area of light to moderate showers that passed through during the morning into mid-afternoon has departed, leaving some more scattered activity in its...

By Ian Livingston | June 17, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Summer Interrupted, But Not for Long

Cloudy, cool & showery into tomorrow, then warmer * Tornado Chase Photos | Later: White House Climate Report * * Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Periods of rain. 65-70. | Tonight:...

By Dan Stillman | June 17, 2009; 08:20 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: (Mostly) Quiet Weather, for Now

More widespread showers and cooler Wednesday * Best of CWG's VORTEX2 Photos | Severe Weather Junkie? * Like yesterday, isolated slow-moving showers and thundershowers have popped up, bringing some locally heavy rain. Plenty of clouds have held tough across the...

By Ian Livingston | June 16, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Another Atlantic Onslaught

More damp ocean cooling on the way * VORTEX2 Turns Heads | Later: Best of VORTEX2 Photos * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Clouds increasing. 75-80. Tonight: Mostly cloudy. 59-62. | Tomorrow: Cool with clouds and rain. 68-72. | A Look Ahead...

By Matt Rogers | June 16, 2009; 10:25 AM ET | Comments (10)

PM Update: A Shower or Two Before Sunset

Partly sunny Tuesday; Cooler, cloudier Wednesday * VORTEX2 Turns Heads in Tornado Alley | Severe Weather Junkie? * Towering cumulus clouds have developed into a few isolated showers and thundershowers this afternoon. This activity is in response to daytime heating...

By Ian Livingston | June 15, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Trending Cool and Kind of Cloudy

* Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * Later: VORTEX2 Turns Heads in Tornado Alley * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny, 40% chance of showers. Near 80. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 55-60. | Tomorrow: Partly...

By Jason Samenow | June 15, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Slightly Drier, Cooler Weather to Come

* Outside Now? See Clouds, Temps & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mix of clouds and sun. Less humid. Slight chance of a t-storm. 82-85. | Tonight: Partly to mostly cloudy. 60-63. | Tomorrow: Slight chance of a...

By Brian Jackson | June 14, 2009; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Storm Chances Remain, But Decreasing

* Are You a Severe Weather Junkie? | College Park Flooding * * UnitedCast | Outside Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny, 50% chance of storms. Low 80s. | Tonight: 40% chance...

By Jason Samenow | June 13, 2009; 07:55 PM ET | Comments (16)

PM Update: Not as Stormy, but Still a Threat

Front stalling close leaves some questions for weekend * Are You a Severe Weather Junkie? | College Park Flooding * * Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * There's still enough moisture around for some showers...

By Ian Livingston | June 12, 2009; 05:20 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Storm Chances Stay Stubborn

Fortunately, though, they decrease for weekend * Storm Chase on I-95 | San Francisco's Summertime Stratus * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny, a bit less humid. Lingering shower/storm threat. Mid-80s. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Passing shower/storm. Mid-60s. | Tomorrow: Partly...

By Camden Walker | June 12, 2009; 09:20 AM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Another Day, Another Chance of Storms

* Severe T-Storm Watch til 8 PM | Flash Flood Watch til 4 AM Friday * * Outside Right Now? See Radar & More: Weather Wall | NatCast * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy; PM storms. Low 80s. | Tonight:...

By Josh Larson | June 11, 2009; 10:35 AM ET | Comments (9)

Storms Dump Heavy Rain, Moving Out

Localized flooding a concern; Unsettled Thursday * Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * 11 p.m. update: Flood warnings there were in effect have been canceled. Showers and storms with heavy rain are now exiting the...

By Ian Livingston | June 10, 2009; 11:00 PM ET | Comments (26)

Forecast: Storm Threat the Norm, For Now

Another chance of severe storms late today * NatCast | The Dewpoint Debate | The Thrill of the Tornado Chase * * Storm Downs White House Tree | Later: Storm Chase Video * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny & somewhat...

By Dan Stillman | June 10, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (11)

Intense Line of Storms Rips Through Region

Large hail and damaging winds reported * Severe T-Storm Warnings for Much of Metro Area (See Map Below) * * Flash Flood Watch till 11 PM | Severe T-Storm Watch till 9 PM * * Full Forecast | Outside Right...

By Ian Livingston | June 9, 2009; 05:10 PM ET | Comments (40)

Forecast: Some Summer and Some Thunder

* Severe T-Storm Watch til 9 PM | Flash Flood Watch til 11 PM * * ElectionCast: A Stormy Primary? | NatCast: A Storm Possible * * Riding Along with Vortex 2 | Later: Should the Dewpoint Die? * EXPRESS...

By Matt Rogers | June 9, 2009; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

PM Update: T-Storm Chances Tonight & Tuesday

Storm chances persist through much of the week * Riding Along with VORTEX2 | ElectionCast: Storms a Threat? * Clouds bubbling up this afternoon may lead to a few storms, most likely not until the evening and overnight. Keep an...

By Ian Livingston | June 8, 2009; 05:30 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Storm Chances Settle In

Severe weather possible today and tomorrow * ElectionCast: PM Storms May Soak Va. Voters Tuesday * * CWG Captures Tornado | Later: Riding Along With VORTEX2 * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Warm, humid, 50% chance of afternoon storms. 86-89 | Tonight:...

By Brian Jackson | June 8, 2009; 09:50 AM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Sunny Now, Unsettled Weather to Return

* NatCast: Pleasant Sunshine | CWG Captures Tornado * * Outside Right Now? See Temps, Clouds & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 80-84. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 56-63. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny, chance of p.m. storms....

By Jason Samenow | June 7, 2009; 07:45 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Here Comes the Sun

* CWG Twitters Tornado Chasing | Rainy Days Bring Frustration * * NatCast | Outside Right Now? Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Becoming partly sunny. Near 74-78. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 56-63. | Tomorrow: Partly to mostly sunny. 80-85....

By Jason Samenow | June 6, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

PM Update: Rain Departs in Time for Weekend

Sun and warmth return Saturday and Sunday * CWG Twitters Tornado Chasing | Rainy Days Bring Frustration * The steady rain will finally lose its grip during the late afternoon, but scattered showers will likely continue for much of the...

By Ian Livingston | June 5, 2009; 05:30 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Relentless Rain Causes Flood Concern

Rain exits later today; Sun returns for weekend * Flood Warning for Much of Metro Area Until 3:45 p.m. * * Flood Watch Through Afternoon | Traffic | NatCast * * Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather...

By Camden Walker | June 5, 2009; 10:40 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Rain, and Lots of It, Through Friday

Flooding a concern through Friday; Weekend looks fine * Flood Watch Through Tomorrow Afternoon | Weather Wall * * NatCast | UnitedCast | Yesterday's Storm Recap * What a difference a day (and a strong cold front) makes. Yesterday we...

By Ian Livingston | June 4, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Sharply Cooler & Very Wet End of Week

But weekend's weather will be sunny, dry & much warmer * Flood Watch This Afternoon Through Tomorrow Afternoon * * NatCast | UnitedCast | The Birth of a Pond * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sharply cooler. Overcast & showery. Mid-60s. |...

By Josh Larson | June 4, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (19)

Storms Depart After Heavy Dose of Rain

Flooded roads and downed trees among damage * Flash Flood Watch Until 6 AM | Lightning Kills Spotsylvania Boy * * Power Outages: Pepco | Dominion | BGE * Radar: Latest D.C. area radar loop shows movement of precipitation over...

By Dan Stillman | June 3, 2009; 11:00 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Storms Later Today Could Be Severe

Cloudy & much cooler tomorrow with showers likely * Severe T-Storm Watch and Flash Flood Watch in Effect * * NatCast | May Recap | Climate Change Kills 300K? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny with p.m. storms likely, some...

By Dan Stillman | June 3, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (31)

PM Update: Storms Back in Forecast, Severe?

Summertime heat spread across the area today as south winds continue to pump up the humidity. Highs made it mainly to the upper 80s despite a fair amount of high clouds through the day. With all this heat and humidity,...

By Ian Livingston | June 2, 2009; 08:20 PM ET | Comments (27)

Forecast: Summer Heat, Then Spring Showers

* NatCast | Climate Change Kills 300K? | Later: Not Your Typical May * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. 20% chance p.m. storm. 87-90. Tonight: Partly cloudy. 66-69. | Tomorrow: Partly cloudy, p.m. storms. 87-90. | A Look Ahead FORECAST...

By Matt Rogers | June 2, 2009; 08:40 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: June Starts Dry and Pleasant

Partly sunny Tuesday, late-day thunder possible * Report Claims Climate Change Killing 300,000 * Some thin high clouds spread across an otherwise very sunny sky today. After a cool morning for the beginning of June, temperatures have climbed nicely, now...

By Ian Livingston | June 1, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Monday Sunshine, Mid-Week Storminess

* Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * * Later: Report Claims Climate Change Killing 300,000, Reactions * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. Near 80. | Tonight: Mostly clear. 56-64. | Tomorrow: Partly cloudy and very...

By Jason Samenow | June 1, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Showers Clear, Then Fair Weather's Here!

EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Early showers, then clearing. 78-82. | Tonight: Clear and cool. 50-53. | Tomorrow: Dry and bright, 77-81. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL We'll squeeze every last drop of rain we can out of this month...

By Brian Jackson | May 31, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Cooler, Drier, But Not Completely Clear

* Green Your Routine | Car vs. Tornado: What Should You Do? * * Friday's Storms Round Out One of Wettest Weeks in Months * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny, 20% chance of p.m. thundershowers. Near 80. | Tonight: Partly...

By Jason Samenow | May 30, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (16)

Strong to Severe Storms Finish Off the Week

* Severe T-Storm Watch & Flash Flood Watch til 8 PM | Full Forecast * * Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * Here we go with another round of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon into...

By Capital Weather Gang | May 29, 2009; 03:35 PM ET | Comments (16)

Forecast: Storms Threaten Again This Afternoon

More sun & less humid for weekend * Flash Flood Watch in Effect From Noon Through This Evening * * Car vs. Tornado: What Should You Do? | Later: Going Green * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: A few showers. Then scattered...

By Camden Walker | May 29, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: T-Storms Dump Heavy Rain

More storms Friday? Better weather for weekend * Car vs. Tornado: What Should You Do? | Obama's Hurricane Week * Showers and storms, occasionally with heavy rain, last into the evening after having messed with the commute home. Temperatures that...

By Capital Weather Gang | May 28, 2009; 11:50 PM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Continued Unsettled Today, Tomorrow

But weekend offers improvement... * Obama's Hurricane Week | Later: Tornadoes, Cars, & Controversy * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy; p.m. thundershowers. Near 80. | Tonight: Cloudy and showery. Mid-60s. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny; scattered thundershowers. Near 80. | A...

By Josh Larson | May 28, 2009; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Temperatures Slow to Rebound

* Obama Proclaims Hurricane Week | National Climate Service? * Yesterday's chilly maritime flow (from the east) has yet to evolve to a more tropical flow (from the south) so temperatures have struggled to highs near 70 under mostly cloudy...

By Capital Weather Gang | May 27, 2009; 04:45 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Warming Back Up. Drying Out?

Clouds & shower chances show some staying power * Congress Ponders New Climate Agency | Later: Hurricane Week * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. Isolated shower/t-storm. Low-to-mid 70s. | Tonight: Isolated shower. Mid-to-upper 60s. | Tomorrow: Partly to mostly cloudy....

By Dan Stillman | May 27, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

PM Update: Showers, Flooding to Subside

* CWG Summer Outlook | Congress Ponders New Climate Agency * Moist flow off the ocean interacting with a warm front draped over the region brought frequent and sometimes intense showers to the area overnight and this morning, causing localized...

By Capital Weather Gang | May 26, 2009; 09:00 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Dour Showers Today

* Flood Warning for Seneca Creek & Rock Creek (Montgomery Co.) * * Flood Watch for Metro Area Until Wed. Morning | Warning Area Map * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Frequent showers. Mid-to-upper 60s. Tonight: Mainly evening showers. Cloudy. Steady temperatures....

By Matt Rogers | May 26, 2009; 11:50 AM ET | Comments (15)

Forecast: Downpours to Dampen Memorial Day

* Outside Right Now? See Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Showers/T-storms likely. Near 80. | Tonight: Occasional showers. 60-65. | Tomorrow: Showers likely. 65-69. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL At least we made...

By Jason Samenow | May 25, 2009; 12:00 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Moisture May Mess With Memorial Day

Slight chance of t'storms late this afternoon * NatCast: Warm, Late Inning Storm? | Summer Outlook * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy, chance of afternoon t'storms. 79-83. | Tonight: Chance of showers, sticky. 63-67. | Memorial Day: Chance of showers,...

By Brian Jackson | May 24, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Warm Weekend With Some Storms

By Jason Samenow | May 23, 2009; 09:25 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Not Bad for Much of Holiday Weekend

By Camden Walker | May 22, 2009; 05:05 PM ET | Comments (10)

PM Update: Clear Skies and Warmth Persist

Fantastic Friday; Pretty decent holiday weekend * NatCast | CWG Summer Outlook | MIT Climate Study Attention * Like recent days, finding a cloud overhead has been a bit of a task today. Temperatures have risen to the lower 80s...

By Ian Livingston | May 21, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Warm and Pleasant Weather Prevails

By Josh Larson | May 21, 2009; 09:55 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Fine Spring Weather Continues

Thursday temps to top 80 as sunny skies continue * NatCast | UnitedCast | The Scoop on D.C.'s New Stormwater Fee * Sunshine once again led to a brilliant springtime day around here as temperatures rise mainly into the upper...

By Ian Livingston | May 20, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Superb Stretch of Spring Sun

Memorial Day weekend forecast still taking shape * NatCast | UnitedCast | DHS Rebuffed on Hurricane Modification * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Bright sun & blue skies. 75-80. | Tonight: Clear & cool. Upper 40s to mid-50s. | Tomorrow: Sunny. Low...

By Dan Stillman | May 20, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Springtime at Its Finest

More sun and warmer temperatures on Wednesday * NatCast | DHS Rebuffed by NOAA on Hurricane Modification * Today was arguably spring at its finest around here. After a chilly start that led to some records, including a 38 at...

By Ian Livingston | May 19, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: More Spectacular Spring Weather

* NatCast: Premium Weather | Climate Change: What's in a Name? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sunny, highs in low 70s. Tonight: Mostly clear, cool. 40-48. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny, again. 75-79. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Splendid springtime...

By Matt Rogers | May 19, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (8)

PM Update: Chilly with Some Frost Overnight

Beautiful Tuesday as 70s return to the area Frost Advisory for Fauquier, Frederick and Loudoun counties from 3 a.m. till 9 a.m. Tuesday * NatCast | Renaming Climate Change - Does it Matter? * If you did not glance at...

By Ian Livingston | May 18, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Week Starts Cool, Turns Warm Then Wet

* NatCast: Dry and Chilly | Later: Renaming Climate Change * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Becoming mostly sunny. Mid-60s. | Tonight: Clear and cool. 38-46. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. 72-76. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL It's hard to believe...

By Jason Samenow | May 18, 2009; 06:30 AM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Showers End, Cool Weather Follows

* NatCast: Cool and Breezy | Great Falls Flowing * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Early showers, then gradual clearing. 60-65. | Tonight: Clearing, cool. 40-45. | Tomorrow: Sunny and cool, 64-67. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Good growing weather...

By Brian Jackson | May 17, 2009; 09:50 AM ET | Comments (10)

Strong Storms Possible; Mugginess Continues

* Full Forecast | Great Falls Photos | Weekend Rain is Parents' Pain * Muggy air and an approaching cold front are combining to produce a good chance of some storms in the metro area this evening and tonight. Along...

By Dan Stillman | May 16, 2009; 08:00 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Warm & Humid, Storms Developing Late

Gradual clearing Sunday * PreaknessCast | NatCast | Great Falls Photography * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Humid, chance of afternoon storms. Low 80s. | Tonight: Showers and t'storms. Near 60. | Tomorrow: Chance of morning showers, afternoon clearing. Near 70. |...

By Jason Samenow | May 16, 2009; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: A Few Storms Through Sunset

Warm again Saturday; Severe thunderstorms late? * NatCast | PreaknessCast | Great Falls Flowing, in Pictures and Video * From the feel of things, summer can't be too far off. Muggy dew points above 60 combined with temperatures rising to...

By Ian Livingston | May 15, 2009; 05:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Weekend Storms, But When?

Best chance of rain is late Saturday into Sunday * NatCast | PreaknessCast | For Parents, Weekend Rain is a Pain * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. A passing a.m. shower? 40% chance p.m. showers/storms. Upper 70s to near 80....

By Camden Walker | May 15, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (8)

PM Update: Showers and Thunderstorms Tonight

Near 80 again on Friday; Unsettled weather continues * For Parents, Weekend Rain is One Big Pain | Sunny Sunday Photos * Clouds dominated the day today with just a few peeks of sunshine. A stiff south wind has brought...

By Ian Livingston | May 14, 2009; 03:40 PM ET | Comments (20)

Forecast: Warm, Humid and Thundershowery

Unsettled and, at times, wet through the weekend * Mother's Day Photography | Later: Challenges of Rainy Day Parenting * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy; milder. Thundershowers? Upper 70s. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy; thundershowers. Low 60s. | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy....

By Josh Larson | May 14, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Milder Tonight, Cloudier Tomorrow

T-storms late Thursday? Unsettled into weekend * Sunny Sunday Photos | The World of Big Weather Media * Plentiful morning sunshine has been gradually giving way to increased cloudiness today, but that has not stopped it from being another beautiful...

By Ian Livingston | May 13, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Pleasant Weather Just Passing Through

Shower chances return late Thursday into weekend * Re-framing Emissions Goals | Later: Sunny Mother's Day Photos * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny a.m. Partly cloudy p.m. 68-73. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. Isolated shower? 50s. | Tomorrow: Sun & clouds....

By Dan Stillman | May 13, 2009; 08:45 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Chilly Night; Pleasant Wednesday

Temperatures rise a bit tomorrow * The World of Big Weather Media | Re-framing Emissions Goals * Blue skies, mixed with puffy cumulus clouds, combined for a quiet and enjoyable springtime day across the area. Temperatures remain a few degrees...

By Ian Livingston | May 12, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: A Duo of Comfortably Cool Days

* Climate Goals | Later: Around the World of Weather Media * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny, high near 70. Tonight: Mostly clear, cool. 36-46. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny, again. 70-73. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Very low...

By Matt Rogers | May 12, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: An Evening Shower; Thunder?

Sun tomorrow but on the cool side * Scientists Suggest Re-framing Emissions Goals * Clouds, some showers and cool weather returned today, with highs generally topping out in the low 60s. Fortunately these conditions won't stick around nearly as long...

By Ian Livingston | May 11, 2009; 05:45 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Briefly Rainy Today, Then Pleasant

* Later: Re-framing Climate Goals * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cloudy, patchy rain. 60-64. | Tonight: Clearing and cool. 44-49. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. Near 70. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL If there's a way for it to rain...

By Jason Samenow | May 11, 2009; 08:45 AM ET | Comments (4)

Update: Monday Trends Cloudy With Rain Chance

We mentioned on Friday that Monday was looking partly sunny with no rain, but that we needed to keep an eye on cloud cover and some showers to the south just in case. Indeed, latest indications are (despite our forecast...

By Dan Stillman | May 10, 2009; 03:55 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: No Rain on Mom's Parade

* Drought Out, Pollen In | Weather & Swine Flu * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny, breezy. 72-75 | Tonight: Mostly clear. 48-51. | Tomorrow: Sun and clouds. 68-72. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Say good-bye to the...

By Brian Jackson | May 10, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Warm & Drier, But Slight P.M. Storm Risk

By Jason Samenow | May 9, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Sun Returns; Storms Tonight

More warmth and thunderstorm chances Saturday * Drought Out, Pollen In | Greensburg Goes Green * At long last, we have been graced with sunshine today. Said sun has helped temperatures soar into the upper 70s to near 80 this...

By Ian Livingston | May 8, 2009; 08:30 PM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Same Ol' Showers; Drier by Mom's Day

Storm chances, mugginess continue through Saturday * A Greener Greensburg After Tornado | Later: Bye-Bye Drought * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Morning fog/mist, then some sun. Late-afternoon/evening showers & storms? 75-80. | Tonight: More showers & storms? Low 60s. | Tomorrow:...

By Camden Walker | May 8, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (13)

PM Update: Scattered Storms Through Evening

Mostly cloudy, warm and some showers/storms Friday * Greensburg Goes Green After Tornado | Summer & Swine Flu * Near-average temperatures returned today as a southwest wind helped highs rise into the 70s. Scattered showers and thundershowers that blew through...

By Ian Livingston | May 7, 2009; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Rain Chances Run Rampant

Sun at times though; milder * Weather & Swine Flu | Later: Greensburg, 2 Years After Tornado * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy; milder. Showers? Upper 70s. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy; shower? Upper 50s. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny. PM storm?...

By Josh Larson | May 7, 2009; 08:40 AM ET | Comments (18)

PM Update: More Rain and Some Storms Tonight

Back into the 70s Thursday, more showers possible * Will Summer Weather Suppress Swine Flu? | A Mild and Wet April * The sun made some rare appearances through the clouds today. Sadly for clear-sky fans, clouds are going to...

By Ian Livingston | May 6, 2009; 05:25 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Sun Still Elusive as Weather Warms

Next round of rain late today * April Recap | Later: Will Summer Slow Swine Flu? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. 40% chance of showers by evening. Upper 60s to near 70. | Tonight: Showers and storms (70% chance)....

By Dan Stillman | May 6, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Here Comes Another Batch of Rain

Warmer Wednesday, some more showers possible Flood Warning for the Potomac River at Point of Rocks * A Mild & Wet April | Weather Checker | Stunning NASA Imagery * Surprise, surprise! More clouds visited us today and more rain...

By Ian Livingston | May 5, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Warmer, But Can't Shake the Showers

* NatCast | Stunning NASA Imagery | Later: April Recap * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cloudy; showers, mainly in the p.m. 61-65. Tonight: Cloudy, showers (80% chance). 52-56. | Tomorrow: Status quo showers (60% chance). 66-70. | A Look Ahead FORECAST...

By Matt Rogers | May 5, 2009; 09:40 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Heavier Rain Breaks For Now

Cool through Tuesday with some occasional showers * NatCast | NASA Celebrates Ten Years of Stunning Images * Clouds, rain and a northeasterly wind have helped keep the area much cooler than normal today as highs generally rise (or really,...

By Ian Livingston | May 4, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Week Starts Wet, Will Turn Warmer

* NatCast | Later: Stunning Images of the Earth * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Periods of rain. Near 60. | Tonight: Rain gradually diminishing. 50-55. | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy. 65-69. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Are you sick of...

By Jason Samenow | May 4, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (26)

Forecast: Damp Days Ahead

Sunday showers followed by more on Monday * NatCast: On the Wet Side * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Rain showers. 59-63 | Tonight: Chance of showers. 50-53. | Tomorrow: A.M. rain, afternoon showers. 61-64. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL...

By Brian Jackson | May 3, 2009; 04:15 PM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Wet Weekend and Early Week

By Jason Samenow | May 2, 2009; 08:15 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Showers on the Way Out for Evening?

A cloudy and sometimes showery weekend upcoming * NatCast | Weather Trivia | Air Quality Awareness Week: Day 5 * A sometimes gusty south wind helped temperatures climb into the mid-70s this afternoon even though the area was socked in...

By Ian Livingston | May 1, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: May Begins Milder but Off-and-on Wet

Daily shower & storm chances through weekend * NatCast | Sunrise Photos | Later - Weather Trivia: Think Trillions * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. Occasional showers (60% chance). P.M. T-storms? Mid-70s. | Tonight: Decreased chance of rain. Around 60....

By Camden Walker | May 1, 2009; 09:35 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Warm Front To Bring Mild Friday

Late-afternoon storms possible to end work week * Capitol Sunrise Photos | NatCast: Cool, Stray Shower? * Clouds and cool conditions persisted today as we await a warm front that will bring about 24-48 hours of milder, though still mostly...

By Ian Livingston | April 30, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Cloudy, Unsettled Weather Grips Region

See-sawing temperatures amidst periodic showers * NatCast | Climate Poetry | Later: Sunrise Photo Shoot * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cloudy & cool. Shower? Near 60. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy; shower? Mid-50s. | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy & warmer. PM storm? Near...

By Josh Larson | April 30, 2009; 09:40 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Light Showers for Evening Commute

Cool & gray through Thursday; warmer Friday * Poets on Climate Change | Air Quality Awareness Week: Day 3 * Summer temperatures have gone back into hiding for a while as more typical April showers visit the region today. Highs...

By Ian Livingston | April 29, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Abrupt Reversal to Cool, Damp Weather

By Jason Samenow | April 29, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

PM Update: Heat and Pollen On the Downswing

Much cooler Wednesday with showers likely * Heat Wave by the Numbers | Greenpeace Protest Not So Green * Sick of the early heat wave? Good news! It's on its way out. Highs have reached the 80s to near 90...

By Ian Livingston | April 28, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Heat Retreat After Today

Natural air conditioning kicks in tomorrow * Weather Whiplash | Air Quality Awareness Week: Day 2 * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny, still hot. 88-92. Tonight: Partly cloudy. 60-64. | Tomorrow: Showers, storms, starting early (80% chance). 63-67. | A...

By Matt Rogers | April 28, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Hot Weather Continues One More Day

Spring heat wave finale Tuesday, then cooler * Heat Brings Weather Whiplash | Air Quality Awareness Week: Day 1 * Day 3 of this springtime heat wave has produced more widespread readings near 90 degrees this afternoon, as south and...

By Ian Livingston | April 27, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Heat Hangs on Through Tomorrow

Cooler and somewhat unsettled starting Wednesday * Severe Weather Site for Kids | Later: Heat = Weather Whiplash * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sunny and hot. 89-93. | Tonight: Clear and mild. Upper 50s to low 60s. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny...

By Dan Stillman | April 27, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (15)

Forecast: Spring Swelters Like Summer

EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny, isolated p.m. t-storms. 87-90 | Tonight: Clear, mild. 55-63. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny, hot. 88-91. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL The heat wave continues! Abundant sunshine and temperatures up to 20 degrees higher...

By Brian Jackson | April 26, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (15)

Forecast: Spring Heat Wave is Sprung

* Making Severe Weather Less Scary For Kids * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny, isolated p.m. storms. 88-92. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 58-64. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. 88-92. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL The warmest hottest weather of...

By Jason Samenow | April 25, 2009; 02:45 PM ET | Comments (30)

PM Update: Here Comes the Summer-like Heat

Weekend to bring temperatures in the 80s to near 90 * Making Severe Weather Less Scary for Kids * After a frosty start in some suburbs, temperatures have climbed between 30 and 40 degrees off morning lows, to highs mostly...

By Ian Livingston | April 24, 2009; 03:25 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Temperatures On Their Way...Way Up

Sunny, summery weather builds this weekend * NWS Media Day | Niagara Falls in Spring * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Chilly start; then warmer. 72-76. | Tonight: Quite mild. Near 60. | Tomorrow: Sunny & very warm. Mid-to-upper 80s. | Saturday...

By Josh Larson | April 24, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Chilly Night, Then Warm and Warmer

70s Friday with 80s (and higher?) this weekend Frost Advisory from 2 a.m. until 8 a.m. for far western suburbs * Climate Change Chat | NWS Media Day | Niagara Falls in Spring * Today began the transition from unsettled...

By Ian Livingston | April 23, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Warmer Today, 80s on the Way!

A great streak of sunny, ever-warmer weather is here * Weather-Environment Connection | Climate Change Chat * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sunny, windy & warmer. Mid-60s. | Tonight: Clear and breezy. Upper 30s to mid-40s. | Tomorrow: Sunny and mild. Mid-70s....

By Camden Walker | April 23, 2009; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Stormy Pattern on the Way Out

Mostly sunny and warmer on Thursday * Weather & Environment | Climate Chat | NatCast | UnitedCast * Many places have seen showers or thundershowers containing small hail this morning into the afternoon, largely thanks to a cold pool of...

By Ian Livingston | April 22, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Cool Showers, But Warmth Edges Closer

Sun and 80s by the weekend * NatCast: Wet again? | UnitedCast | Changes in Hurricane Scale * * Later, in Honor of Earth Day: Weather and the Environment, and Andrew Freedman Live Chat on Climate Change (11 a.m.) *...

By Jason Samenow | April 22, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (21)

PM Update: Scattered Storms Before Cool Night

Cooler tomorrow, more showers? Warm weekend ahead * Hurricane Scale Faces Revisions | NatCast: Shower/Storm? * Compared to yesterday's rain and all-day cloudiness, today was quite pleasant through mid-afternoon, as a fair amount of sun helped temperatures rise to highs...

By Ian Livingston | April 21, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (23)

Forecast: Variable Week; Wonderful Weekend

* NatCast: Some Storms? | Social Science and Climate * * Later: Hurricane Scale Changes Coming? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly cloudy. P.M. showers & storms (40% chance). 65-69. Tonight: Showers & storms (60% chance). 44-49. | Tomorrow: Clouds, light...

By Matt Rogers | April 21, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Evening Showers & Thunder

Some sun Tuesday with a chance of afternoon showers * Social Science Uncovering New Climate Angles | NatCast: Rainout? * After morning rains and an afternoon lull, strong to severe storms are possible this evening. The primary risks here are...

By Ian Livingston | April 20, 2009; 10:10 PM ET | Comments (19)

Forecast: A Rainy Day. Then Evening T-Storms?

Weather rallies after wet start to week * NatCast | CWG Talks to Hurricane Center Director * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Morning rain. Precipitation lighter & more intermittent in the afternoon? Breezy at times & overcast. Mid-to-upper 50s. | Tonight: A...

By Dan Stillman | April 20, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

NatCast: Not So Nice. Thunderstorm?

* Our Full Forecast | Weather Wall | Nationals Journal * Nationals vs. BravesMonday April 20, 7:05 p.m., Nationals Park First Pitch9th InningWeatherChance of Rain56F56FShowers; T-storm?60%Some on and off showers are possible, and a thunderstorm could roll through as well...

By Dan Stillman | April 20, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Clouds Creep in, Then the Rain

* NatCast: Late Inning Showers? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy, chance of late afternoon rain. 63-67 | Tonight: Rain likely. 47-50. | Tomorrow: Showers, afternoon t'storm? 55-58. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL I hope everyone enjoyed yesterday's...

By Brian Jackson | April 19, 2009; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Warm Sun Today, Cool Sunday Showers

* A Chat with the Hurricane Center Director | Natcast: Spectacular * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 75-79. | Tonight: Mostly clear, then increasing high clouds. 45-50. | Tomorrow: Increasing clouds, late day rain. 60-65. | A Look Ahead FORECAST...

By Jason Samenow | April 18, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: 'Perfect' Spring Weather Grips Area

Sunny Saturday; Showers possible late Sunday? * A Chat with Bill Read | NatCast | UnitedCast | Spring Happenings * If I was going to deem a calm-weather day "perfect" (I'm going a step further than Camden's "near-perfect"), this might...

By Ian Livingston | April 17, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Doesn't Get Much Better Than This

Sun & 70s today & tomorrow; rain by Sunday night? * NatCast | UnitedCast | Maui Photos | Events for Rain & Shine * * Later: CWG Reports From the Bahamas Weather Conference * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sunny. Cool start....

By Camden Walker | April 17, 2009; 08:50 AM ET | Comments (20)

PM Update: A Cloudy April Delivers Sunny Gift

More clear skies on Friday with rising temperatures Frost Advisory Tonight for Entire Metro Area * Preparing for a Hurricane | NatCast: Clear & Cool | Maui Photos * Something pretty odd for this April happened today -- the sun...

By Ian Livingston | April 16, 2009; 09:55 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Sun Today, and Soon the Seventies

Sunny and increasingly warm through Saturday * NatCast: No Rain | Events for Rain & Shine | Later: Maui Photos * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Welcome back, sun! Low 60s. | Tonight: Clear and cool. Mid-30s to low 40s. | Tomorrow:...

By Dan Stillman | April 16, 2009; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Long-Lasting Storm Winds Down

Glorious sunshine returns on Thursday * Spring Happenings, Rain and Shine | NatCast: Dismal * Morning drizzle has given way to some afternoon rain as the finale of this slow moving weather system shows its stuff. Showers, heavy at times,...

By Ian Livingston | April 15, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: One More Day of Raw; Then a Thaw

By Josh Larson | April 15, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

PM Update: This Raw and Rainy Story Continues

More chilly rain Wednesday before sunny repreive * Thirst Quenching Low | Climate Reporting Presents Challenges* After morning rains -- mainly from I-95 and to the east -- today has been dominated by clouds, mist and some showers. Highs around...

By Ian Livingston | April 14, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Rain, Rain, Rain

Is this our D.C. drought bail-out? * Reporting on Climate Extremes | Later: The Cutoff Low * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Rain. 49-53. | Tonight: More rain. 41-44.| Tomorrow: Yet more rain. 49-53.| A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Our current...

By Matt Rogers | April 14, 2009; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (8)

PM Update: More Needed Rain Arrives Tonight

Showers and raw conditions persist Tuesday * Climate Extreme Reporting Presents Challenges * Scattered sunny breaks in the high clouds of today are now being replaced by lowering and thickening clouds in advance of a series of storms that promises...

By Ian Livingston | April 13, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: From Cool to Wet to Warming

* NatCast: Chilly Opener | Later: Reporting on Climate Extremes * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Increasing clouds. 51-55 | Tonight: Rain developing. 45-49. Tomorrow: Scattered light rain. 50-54. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL The next six days will be...

By Jason Samenow | April 13, 2009; 08:15 AM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: A Chill in the Wind

* NatCast: Comfortably Coolish for Home Opener * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny, breezy. 53-57 | Tonight: Clear and cold. 29-33. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny, clouds late. 54-58. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Yesterday Jason said the upcoming...

By Brian Jackson | April 12, 2009; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Showers Slowly End, Sun to Emerge

* Ready for Severe Weather? | Grading our Winter Outlook * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: A.M. rain, then gradual clearing, breezy. Near 60. | Tonight: Mostly clear. 35-40. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. 55-59. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Good...

By Jason Samenow | April 11, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (15)

PM Update: Showery Start to Weekend

Heavier showers, storms may wait until late tonight * Ready for Severe Weather? | Grading our Winter Outlook * A sunny Easter Sunday is on the way. But first we have the threat of showers and maybe thunderstorms to deal...

By Jason Samenow | April 10, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Waiting on Showers, Thunder?

Best chance of showers & storms is late tonight * Grading Our Winter Outlook | Later: Ready for Severe Weather? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Scattered p.m. showers?...T-storm? Mid-60s to near 70. | Tonight: Better chance of showers & storms. Near...

By Camden Walker | April 10, 2009; 10:50 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: Spring Sunshine a Memory Tomorrow

Cloudier Friday with a chance of showers * Grading Our 2008-09 Winter Outlook | Will Misleads on Climate * Spring made a welcome appearance today, and it was a pretty glorious one at that. Under partly to mostly sunny skies,...

By Ian Livingston | April 9, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Milder Today; Showery Tomorrow

* Hurricane Outlooks | Blossom Photos | Wills Misleads on Climate * * Later this a.m.: We Grade Our Winter Outlook * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny; milder. Mid-60s. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. Mid-40s. | Tomorrow: Cloudy w/ showers. Near...

By Josh Larson | April 9, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Spring Making an Attempt to Return

Temperatures rise to near normal levels Thursday * Sunday Cherry Blossom Photos | Revised CSU Hurricane Outlook * Temperatures that ranged from near freezing into the mid-30s this morning have warmed fairly nicely into the mid-50s today, though a gusty...

By Ian Livingston | April 8, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Cool and Continued Breezy

Temperatures slowly warm; chance of rain on Friday * Will Misleads on Climate, Again | Later: Cherry Blossom Photos * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. Quite Breezy. Low-to-mid 50s. | Tonight: Diminishing winds. Partly to mostly cloudy. Mid-30s to near...

By Dan Stillman | April 8, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

PM Update: Winter's Off-Season Appearance

A little warmer Wednesday, but still not springlike * Will Misleads on Climate Science | Do Solar Storms Threaten Life? * Today left a lot of people wondering where spring went. Temperatures struggled to get much higher than the 40s...

By Ian Livingston | April 7, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: April Temps Revert to March Levels

Bring out the heavier coats and jackets again * Later: George Will's Misrepresentations of Climate Science * * Do Solar Storms Threaten Life as We Know It? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny, breezy. 49-53. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 36-40.|...

By Matt Rogers | April 7, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Clouds and Showers Replaced by Cold

Partly sunny, chilly and breezy on Tuesday * Do Solar Storms Threaten Life as We Know It? * Showers and thundershowers of this morning have all pushed east this afternoon and we are now left with some breaks in the...

By Ian Livingston | April 6, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Showers & Storms, Then a Chilly Blow

* Later: Solar Storms - A Threat to Civilization? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: A.M. Showers/t'storms, then partial clearing. 64-68. | Tonight: Breezy and colder. 36-40. Tomorrow: Partly cloudy, windy, and cool. 49-53. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL The...

By Jason Samenow | April 6, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: One Fine Day

Rain returns to begin the week * Cherry Blossom Coverage | CWG on Facebook & Twitter * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny, pleasant. 69-73. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. 49-52. | Tomorrow: Overcast with rain showers. 60-64. | A Look Ahead...

By Brian Jackson | April 5, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Winds Whip to Start Weekend

Wind Advisory for N&W Suburbs through 8 p.m. * A Windy NatCast and UnitedCast | Cherry Blossom Coverage * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Windy. 60-65. | Tonight: Not as windy. 35-40. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. Light winds. 65-70. | A Look...

By Jason Samenow | April 4, 2009; 02:45 PM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Some Gusty Winds Through Tomorrow

Nice weekend ahead for cherry blossom festivities * WeatherBug's 2009 Hurricane Outlook | Cherry Blossom Coverage * We finish the work week with one of the wilder weather days we've seen in a while. Overnight showers gave way to some...

By Ian Livingston | April 3, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Showery Friday, Then Blossoms Blow

Thunderstorm possible today; some weekend sun * Geoengineering and Global Warming | Cherry Blossom Coverage * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Showers ending by late afternoon. T-storm? Increasing wind. 60s. | Tonight: Winds begin. Becoming mostly clear. Mid-40s. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny....

By Camden Walker | April 3, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (12)

PM Update: Clouds Refuse to Budge; Rain Coming

Showers, some thunderstorms and gusty winds on Friday * Geoengineering and Global Warming | Cherry Blossom Coverage * Anyone (myself included) hoping for sun today has been disappointed by the continuation of clouds, areas of fog and some drizzle. Need...

By Ian Livingston | April 2, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Alternating Dry and Wet Periods

Mostly dry today, wet tomorrow * Cherry Blossom Coverage | March Recap * * Later: Averting Catastrophic Global Warming * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Early A.M. Fog. Partly cloudy. Low-to-mid 60s. | Tonight: Cloudy. Low 50s. | Tomorrow: Rain showers again....

By Matt Rogers | April 2, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Showers Fail to Produce Much Rain

Some a.m. fog, breaks of sun and warmer Thursday * March in Review | Cherry Blossoms: Near Peak Photos and more * Lots of clouds produced not much precipitation today, though some light showers are still possible this afternoon. One...

By Ian Livingston | April 1, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: April Showers Arrive on Cue

Mostly cloudy through Friday; weekend looks good 11:50 AM Update: Showers should hold off until after the lunch hour, and even then look to be scattered and mostly light during the afternoon into early evening. EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cloudy. Chance...

By Dan Stillman | April 1, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Clouds Return for Another Stay

Wednesday brings cooler, cloudier and rainier weather * Cherry Blossoms: Changing Dates | Photos | Poems | WaPo Guide * Clear skies, along with some high clouds floating by, helped create a pleasant early-spring day across the area. Highs are...

By Ian Livingston | March 31, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: March Exits Like a Lamb

But April showers to start right away * NY Times Climate Controversy | Cherry Blossoms Begin Blooming * * Later: Weather & Bloom Dates, and Blossom Poetry * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. 60-64. | Tonight: Cloudy. 39-44.| Tomorrow: PM...

By Matt Rogers | March 31, 2009; 08:50 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Clouds Disappear for a While

Sunny skies Tuesday before clouds return * NY Times Climate Controversy | Cherry Blossoms Begin Blooming * Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this...

By Ian Livingston | March 30, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Dry Weather to Start and End the Week

Damp stretch possible Wednesday through Friday * Later: Climate Controversy, and Cherry Blossom Photos * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny, windy. 55-60 | Tonight: Clear and cold. 30-37. Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. Mid-60s. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Although...

By Jason Samenow | March 30, 2009; 07:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Warmer with Chance of Showers, Storms

EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mild, 50% chance of showers and t'storms. 68-72.| Tonight: Partly cloudy. 39-42. | Tomorrow: Sunny, breezy. 60-63. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL An energetic cold front will sweep through the region today, possibly triggering some...

By Brian Jackson | March 29, 2009; 11:30 AM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Much-Needed Rain for the Weekend

By Josh Larson | March 28, 2009; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Some More Showers Tonight

Cloudy weekend with shower/thunderstorm threats * UnitedCast: Rain? | Fargo's Record Flooding | D.C. Area Drought * Morning fog and sun were replaced with mostly cloudy skies this afternoon. Despite the clouds, temperatures rose a little above average as highs...

By Ian Livingston | March 27, 2009; 09:45 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Back & Forth Between Sun & Showers

Warmer and dry today before rain chances return * UnitedCast: Soggy Soccer? | Moderate Drought for D.C. Area * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Peeks of sun. Low 60s. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Showers? Upper 40s. | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy a.m. Rainy...

By Camden Walker | March 27, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: More Much-Needed Rain

Brief break in unsettled pattern Friday; Wet weekend * Moderate Drought for Metro Area | What Wx Features Interest You? * Morning showers dropped around a tenth of an inch of rain across the area, and more significant rain has...

By Ian Livingston | March 26, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: On and Off Rainy Periods Into Sunday

* What Wx Features Interest You? | Owning the Weather * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Rain increasing towards noon. Near 50. | Tonight: Rain decreasing in the evening. 40-45. Tomorrow: Partly sunny, and milder. Late rain south? Low 60s. | A...

By Jason Samenow | March 26, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Scattered Light Showers Tonight

More significant and much-needed rain tomorrow * What Wx Features Interest You? | Owning The Weather (& Climate) * Morning sun has been replaced with mostly cloudy skies, which will stay with us through tomorrow. Highs are reaching the low...

By Ian Livingston | March 25, 2009; 03:45 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: We Need Rain, and May Just Get Some

Several rain chances over next several days * What Wx Features Interest You? | CWG on Facebook & Twitter * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny early, then mostly cloudy. Near 50. | Tonight: 30% chance of early-evening showers. Better chance...

By Dan Stillman | March 25, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Enjoy the Clear Sky While it Lasts

Cloudier and unsettled pattern returns Wednesday * What Weather Features Interest You? | Wx History: Snow in 1990 * A cold morning became a cool afternoon today. But on the bright side, lots of sunshine was on display. Just a...

By Ian Livingston | March 24, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: The Cool Continues

Late-week warming offset by spring showers. * World Meteorological Day Feature | Later: Poll on CWG Content * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Clouds and sun. 48-52. | Tonight: Clouds increase. 30-34.| Tomorrow: Cloudy. 47-51. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN...

By Matt Rogers | March 24, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

PM Update: Hard Freeze Tonight

Continued sunny and cool tomorrow * EPA: Global Warming Endangers Health | World Meteorological Day * * Bob Ryan Challenged on Climate (Ryan, challenger exchange comments) * Despite brilliant sunshine today, temperatures have been a good 10 degrees colder than...

By Capital Weather Gang | March 23, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Spring to Encounter Growing Pains

* Later: World Meteorological Day Feature and Quiz * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny, cool. Near 50. | Tonight: Mostly clear. 25-31. Tomorrow: Breezy and chilly. 47-51. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Those of you anxious for warm...

By Jason Samenow | March 23, 2009; 09:55 AM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Warmth Concludes the Weekend

* Climate Discussion Continues (Bob Ryan, Brian Valentine, & others) * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 62-66 | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 31-34. | Tomorrow: Sunny, cooler. 49-52. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL We'll end the weekend with a...

By Brian Jackson | March 22, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Spring Time Sunshine

* Wildest Temperature Swings | Tell Time Like a Meteorologist * * Bob Ryan, Brian Valentine, and others exchange thoughts on climate * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. 50-55. | Tonight: Clear. 31-36. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny. 60-64....

By Jason Samenow | March 21, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Warm-Up Waits for Weekend

Into the 50s Saturday and 60s on Sunday * Wildest Temperature Swings | Tell Time Like a Meteorologist * Partly sunny skies and cool temperatures ushered in spring today. Despite abundant sun, highs were limited to the mid-to-upper 40s, thanks...

By Ian Livingston | March 20, 2009; 04:20 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Sun and Slowly Rising Temperatures

Spring starts cool today before weekend warmup * Photos: A Ghostly Fog | Later: You, Too, Can Predict the Weather * * Bob Ryan Challenged on Climate (Ryan, challenger exchange comments) * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Becoming partly to mostly sunny....

By Camden Walker | March 20, 2009; 09:20 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Winter Departs on Chilly Note

Spring arrives Friday, but temperatures stay cold * Photos: A Ghostly Fog | AccuWeather Hurricane Outlook * The warmth of yesterday was replaced by clouds, some light rain and cooling temperatures today. Highs reached the mid-to-upper 50s this morning prior...

By Ian Livingston | March 19, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Showery Today; Dry Weather Thereafter

Cooler today and Friday; moderating by weekend * Potholes in Paradise | Bob Ryan Challenged to Climate Debate (Note exchange between Ryan and challenger Brian Valentine in the comment area...) * * Later: AccuWeather's Hurricane Outlook and Fog Photography *...

By Josh Larson | March 19, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Warmth Wanes Tomorrow

Showery Thursday ahead of cold front moving through * Another Pothole in Paradise | Iditarod: The Last Great Race * Clouds and fog, the story of the last week, finally gave up control today around noon. The story of today?...

By Ian Livingston | March 18, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Warmth is Back After a Week's Wait

Nice today after morning fog; light showers tomorrow * Bob Ryan Challenged to Climate Debate | Later: D.C. Potholes * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Morning fog, then partly to mostly sunny. Upper 60s. | Tonight: Increasing clouds. Shower chance toward morning....

By Dan Stillman | March 18, 2009; 09:10 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Clouds Break for Nice Wednesday

Midweek spring preview with temperatures near 70 * Iditarod: Last Great Race | Bob Ryan Challenged to Climate Debate * Today featured more cloudiness across the area, but breaks of sunshine are gradually spreading as the marine air mass gives...

By Ian Livingston | March 17, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Sun Slowly Returns for St. Patrick's Day

But warmest day of week is Wednesday * Heartland Institute Criticizes CWG on Climate * * Later: Bob Ryan Challenged to Debate | The Iditarod Dog Sled Race * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: AM clouds, PM sun at times. 50-54. |...

By Matt Rogers | March 17, 2009; 09:40 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: More Light Rain Before Sun Returns

Clouds to break by Tuesday afternoon; Warm Wednesday * Heartland Institute Criticizes CWG's Climate Post | 1993 Superstorm * Cloud fans remain happy as the sun stayed away for another day, but that's all about to come to en end,...

By Ian Livingston | March 16, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: A Case of the Clouds

* Later: Heartland Institute Criticizes CWG Climate Coverage * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cloudy, chance of p.m. showers. 45-49. | Tonight: Early showers, remaining cloudy. 36-40 Tomorrow: Cloudy, then slow clearing. 51-55. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Since last...

By Jason Samenow | March 16, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Lost in the Mist

EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cloudy, occasional showers. 45-48 | Tonight: Cloudy, drizzle. 34-38. | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy, afternoon showers. 48-51. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Well, we're stuck in a somewhat unpleasant pattern for the time being I'm sorry...

By Brian Jackson | March 15, 2009; 01:20 PM ET | Comments (12)

Forecast: Damp and Dreary Weekend

* Super-Predictable Superstorm of '93 | CWG's on Facebook & Twitter * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Rain developing in the afternoon. 40-44. | Tonight: Rain. 35-39. | Tomorrow: Morning light rain and drizzle, remaining cloudy in the p.m. 44-48. | A...

By Jason Samenow | March 14, 2009; 02:00 PM ET | Comments (15)

PM Update: Gray Skies Persist; Showers Tomorrow

Continued winter-like on Saturday, some p.m. rain * Newspapers Dying; Weather Page Already Dead? | Superstorm of 1993 * Wintertime conditions prevailed today after some light conversational snow this morning for D.C. and points south. Highs are only reaching up...

By Ian Livingston | March 13, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Cloudy and Cool's the Rule

Some rain showers for Saturday * Superstorm of '93 | Later: Death of the Newspaper Weather Page? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Chance of light a.m. snow/rain, especially south. Mostly cloudy. Low-to-mid 40s. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Low-to-mid 30s. | Tomorrow:...

By Camden Walker | March 13, 2009; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (21)

PM Update: Some Light Overnight Snow?

Mostly cloudy and chilly end to work week on Friday * Superstorm of 1993 | March Temperature Swings | SnowCam * The warmth of yesterday has been replaced by much cooler temperatures, serving as a reminder that astronomical spring has...

By Ian Livingston | March 12, 2009; 09:15 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Spring Weather Takes a Sabbatical

Noticeably cooler, rather cloudy pattern settles in * Wild March Temperature Swings | Superstorm of '93 * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: AM sun; PM clouds. Upper 40s. | Tonight: Cloudy; Light rain or snow? Low 30s. | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy &...

By Josh Larson | March 12, 2009; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Warmth To Depart After Short Stay

Cooler March conditions return Thursday * Dueling Climate Meetings | March Temperature Swings * Morning clouds broke up for a time during early afternoon, and the sun helped temperatures jump quickly to highs in the upper 60s and low 70s....

By Ian Livingston | March 11, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Last Taste of Spring for a While

Today's warmth gives way to cool weather into next week * March Temperature Swings | Later: Dueling Climate Change Meetings * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly cloudy. Sprinkle/light shower. Breezy p.m. Near 70. | Tonight: Becoming mostly clear and...

By Dan Stillman | March 11, 2009; 08:45 AM ET | Comments (14)

PM Update: Warmth to Make One-Day Comeback

Near 70 Wednesday before return to cooler temperatures * March Temperature Swings | Meteorological vs. Astronomical Spring * A maritime air mass kept us rather cool today as temperatures only top out in the upper 40s to near 50. Save...

By Ian Livingston | March 10, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Cool Today, Gone Tomorrow

Conditions continue flip flopping * Dueling Springs | Later: Wild Temperature Swings * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Clouds, light showers. 47-51. | Tonight: Cloudy. 45-49. | Tomorrow: Partly cloudy, warm. 69-73. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL The atmosphere is...

By Matt Rogers | March 10, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: Temperature Roller Coaster Continues

Cooler tomorrow then warmer Wednesday * Meteorological vs. Astronomical Spring | Moon's Effect on Hurricanes * A strong breeze from the north and northwest has been little match for abundant sunshine and leftover warmth from this weekend. Though a little...

By Ian Livingston | March 9, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Mild Monday, but Slowly Cooling

Wind Advisory Far North Suburbs (map) * Later: Dueling Springs, and The Moon & Atlantic Hurricanes * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny, breezy and mild. 64-68 | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 36-41 Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy. 50-54. | A Look Ahead FORECAST...

By Jason Samenow | March 9, 2009; 09:15 AM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Early Spring Fever

* Bob Ryan on Climate Change | Set Clocks Forward Today * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. 71-75. | Tonight: Cloudy, chance of showers. 49-52. | Tomorrow: Clouds and sun. 66-69. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL This weekend...

By Brian Jackson | March 8, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Sensational Seventies

* Bob Ryan on Climate Change | Best Snow Comments | Spring Forward * * Forecast updated at 2 p.m. given persistent high cloud cover * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: High clouds, filtered sunshine. 71-76. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 48-53 |...

By Jason Samenow | March 7, 2009; 02:00 PM ET | Comments (21)

PM Update: Quite a Warm Weekend on Tap

May-like temperatures for Saturday and Sunday * Warm Weekend to Save Daylight | Bob Ryan on Climate Change * Despite plenty of cloudiness through much of the day, afternoon sunshine has helped high temperatures reach the mid-and-upper 60s, as a...

By Ian Livingston | March 6, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Warm, Warmer, Then Warmer Still

60s & 70s over the next few days * Bob Ryan on Climate Change | Wx Checker Grades Snow Forecast * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy to partly sunny. Breezy. Low 60s. | Tonight: Partly cloudy, breezy. Mid-to-upper 40s. |...

By Camden Walker | March 6, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (23)

PM Update: Cold Departs While Warmth Blows In

Temperatures continue climbing Friday * Bob Ryan on Climate Change | Snowstorm Comments: Best of... * Another day of wall-to-wall sunshine helped to melt off more of our quickly dwindling snowpack. Highs are now reaching the upper 40s and low...

By Ian Livingston | March 5, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Move Over Winter, Here Comes Spring!

From 40s today to 70 this weekend, and dry.... * Snowstorm: Best of Comments | Self-evaluation | Weather Checker * * Mid-morning: Bob Ryan Weighs in on Climate Change * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sun & clouds; not as cold. Upper...

By Josh Larson | March 5, 2009; 08:50 AM ET | Comments (17)

PM Update: Snow Dwindles, Warmth Returns Soon

Mostly sunny with temperatures near average Thursday * Storm Grades: Wx Checker, Our Thoughts | Snow Comments * Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See...

By Ian Livingston | March 4, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Warming Up, Slowly but Surely

Very cold today but 60s on the horizon * We Grade Our Snow Forecast | Later: Weather Checker Grades Us * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Still quite cold, but light winds. Mid-30s. | Tonight: Mostly clear. Upper teens to low 20s....

By Dan Stillman | March 4, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (17)

PM Update: Some More Cold Before Moderation

Melting speeds up tomorrow, snow gone late week? * Successful Forecast With Flaws | Recap/Photos: Washington Snow * Following a bitterly cold start to the day, temperatures have rebounded this afternoon, but not a whole lot. Highs generally in the...

By Ian Livingston | March 3, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (13)

Forecast: Freezing Today, Then Steadily Warmer

By Matt Rogers | March 3, 2009; 09:20 AM ET | Comments (18)

PM Update: Snow Moves Out, Cold & Wind Linger

By Ian Livingston | March 2, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (38)

Snow to Wind Down, Remaining Windy & Cold

* Winter Storm Warning through 2 p.m. today * * CWG on: Twitter & Facebook | Weather Wall | SnowCam * * New Feature: Report Your Snow Totals - Interactive Snow Mapping * * Later this morning: Storm Photography |...

By Jason Samenow | March 2, 2009; 11:30 AM ET | Comments (96)

Snow Delayed, But Still Coming

* Winter Storm Warning through 2 p.m. Monday * * Accumulation Map/Timeline, FAQs, SchoolCast & More * * CWG on: Twitter & Facebook | Weather Wall | SnowCam | Snow Polls * The snow is taking a little while to...

By Jason Samenow | March 1, 2009; 04:45 PM ET | Comments (178)

High-Impact Snowstorm to Paste Metro Area

Strong winds, cold temperatures to accompany snow * Winter Storm Warning 2 p.m. today through 2 p.m. Monday * * Capital Weather Gang on Twitter | Weather Wall | SnowCam * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Patchy a.m. snow, a break, then...

By Capital Weather Gang | March 1, 2009; 02:45 PM ET | Comments (107)

Forecast: Potential Winter Storm Sunday to Monday

Turning colder, some light precipitation tonight * Winter Storm Watch Sunday afternoon through Monday morning * Moderate risk of significant snow accumulation Sunday night/Monday, but a near miss or mixed precipitation also possibe | See our Snow Lover's Crystal Ball...

By Jason Samenow | February 28, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (36)

PM Update: Waiting on Weekend Storminess

Wintry mix late Saturday; Snow Sunday night? * Snow Lover's Crystal Ball: A Pair of Weekend Storms * Despite plenty of clouds, a wind from the south and southwest helped temperatures rise into the low-to-mid 60s today -- well above...

By Ian Livingston | February 27, 2009; 06:00 PM ET | Comments (23)

Forecast: Mild Showers, Then Winter Returns

Messy weekend mix possible. Another storm after that? * Snow Lover's Crystal Ball: A Pair of Weekend Storms * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cloudy with mainly p.m. showers. 60-64. | Tonight: Some evening showers. Near 40. | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy &...

By Josh Larson | February 27, 2009; 11:45 AM ET | Comments (21)

PM Update: Showery Friday, Weekend Mix Looms

Mild through tomorrow; Bob Ryan on climate change * Snowmen Against Global Warming | Weatherman Falls Down on Job * Lots of clouds helped keep temperatures in check today, but not before reaching highs in the mid-to-upper 50s. Some breaks...

By Ian Livingston | February 26, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: A Warm, Dry Day, Then Downhill

Good part of weekend potentially sloppy * More Pathetic: Winter or Wizards? | Citizen Science & Global Change * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. Upper 50s. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Low 40s. | Tomorrow: Cloudy and breezy with p.m. showers....

By Camden Walker | February 26, 2009; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (16)

PM Update: Temperatures Trending "Toastier"

60 degrees possible Thursday; Weekend wintry mix? * More Pathetic: Winter or Wizards? | Citizen Science & Global Change * Temperatures near average for this time of year and light winds made today a winner in the minds of those...

By Ian Livingston | February 25, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Getting Warmer. Wetter, Too?

Chance of showers Friday; Weekend wintry mix? * Which is More Pathetic: Winter or Wizards? | D.C. Drought? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. Light winds. Near 50. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. Upper 20s to mid-30s. | Tomorrow:...

By Dan Stillman | February 25, 2009; 08:45 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Clear Skies, But No Warmth Yet

Mostly sunny, warmer with light winds, Wednesday * Dry Fall & Winter a Prelude to Drought? | Warming Projections Rise * Today started off quite cold and has remained that way into the afternoon. On the bright side, winds have...

By Ian Livingston | February 24, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Warmer Weather on the Way

Weekend Weather Worry? * Higher Warming Projections | Later: Drought Developing? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 39-43. | Tonight: Mostly clear. 15-24.| Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. 49-53. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Yesterday was probably our coldest day...

By Matt Rogers | February 24, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Winter's Chill Continues

Mostly sunny and less windy on Tuesday * MIT Group Increases Global Warming Projections * Fast-moving clouds of this morning have given way to more and more sunshine as the day progresses, but despite the sun, a deep chill remains....

By Ian Livingston | February 23, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: A Duo of Cold Days

Milder by mid-week * Later: New, Higher Global Warming Projections * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Windy and cold. 36-40. | Tonight: Mostly clear, very cold. 16-22. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny, not as windy. 39-43. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL...

By Jason Samenow | February 23, 2009; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Rain/Snow Showers Usher in More Cold

EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Early rain & snow showers, then becoming windy. 39-42. | Tonight: Partly cloudy, cold. 20-23 (wind chill in the teens). | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny, breezy. 36-39. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL The chill accompanying the...

By Brian Jackson | February 22, 2009; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (18)

Forecast: Forties and a Few Overnight Flakes

Mostly dry weekend afternoons * TWC Founder Talks Climate Scam | China's Snow: Artificial? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly sunny. 43-47 | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. 30% chance of snow after midnight. 30-34. | Tomorrow: Chance of a.m. snow,...

By Jason Samenow | February 21, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (11)

PM Update: Winds Weaken, But Cold Overnight

Mostly sunny & warmer Saturday; Sunday snow? * TWC Founder Talks Climate 'Scam' | China's Snow: Artificial? * The broken record of winter 2008-2009 continued playing today as we were greeted with more cold winds and dry conditions. Wind gusts...

By Ian Livingston | February 20, 2009; 05:00 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: A Wind-Chilled Friday; Weekend Flakes?

Brief rain & snow possible late Saturday night * Snow With Sunshine: The Pictures and The Explanation * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny & windy. Gusts to near 35 mph. Upper 30s. | Tonight: Mostly clear. Decreasing wind. Mid-20s. |...

By Camden Walker | February 20, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: There's a Cold Wind a Blowin'

More blustery conditions expected Friday * Snow With Sunshine: The Pictures and The Explanation * Morning clouds and quick-moving showers transitioned to a partly sunny and increasingly windy afternoon today. Gusts over 30 mph from the northwest are now funneling...

By Ian Livingston | February 19, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Turning Blustery & Cold Once Again

Flurries possible today; wintry weather this weekend? * Which Rain Gear Did You Use? | Later: Snowing While It's Sunny? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny & windy. Sprinkles or flurries? Mid-40s. (Wind chills in the 30s.) | Tonight: Blustery...

By Josh Larson | February 19, 2009; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (12)

PM Update: A Few Showers, Then More Wind

Partly sunny and brisk on Thursday, some flurries? * Which Rain Gear Did You Choose to Use? | Historic Snow Drought * One of our biggest snow events of the season quickly came and went this morning, with a grand...

By Ian Livingston | February 18, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Brief Shot of Snow or Mix, Then Rain

Turning blustery and cold tomorrow * Later: Discussing Rain Gear... * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: A.M. snow/mix, P.M. Rain. Low 40s. | Tonight: Becoming windy. Upper 30s. | Tomorrow: Blustery - snow flurries? Low 40s. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN...

By Jason Samenow | February 18, 2009; 07:00 AM ET | Comments (44)

PM Update: Calm Before Tomorrow's Storm

Brief morning snow or mix changing to rain Wednesday * Historic Snow Drought? | Korea in Search of Top Forecaster * Lots of sunshine and light winds led to a near-normal late-winter day. Highs have topped out in the low-to-mid...

By Ian Livingston | February 17, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (14)

Forecast: Messy Mixed Mid-Week

Rain Wednesday, may start as snow * Weather-Wise Weddings * * Later: Historic Snow Drought? and Korea in Search of Top Forecaster * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 42-45. | Tonight: Clouds increase. 28-32. | Tomorrow: Snow or mix to...

By Matt Rogers | February 17, 2009; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Weather Active Again By Midweek

Next chance of precipitation is Wednesday EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly to mostly cloudy a.m. Partly sunny p.m. Steady breeze. 38-42 | Tonight: Mostly clear and cold. Low-to-mid 20s. | Tomorrow: Partly to mostly sunny. Low-to-mid 40s. | A Look Ahead...

By Dan Stillman | February 16, 2009; 12:00 PM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Stable and Seasonable

EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny, late clouds. 44-47. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. 29-32. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. 39-42. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Tranquil and seasonable conditions take hold of the region today through the first half of...

By Brian Jackson | February 15, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (16)

Forecast: Sweet Weather for Sweethearts

50-degree weather for Valentine's Day * Was Ice a Factor in NY Plane Crash? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. 50-54. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. 30% chance of rain. 31-35. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny and chilly. 44-48. | A Look...

By Jason Samenow | February 14, 2009; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Winds Diminish and Calm Prevails

Cooler Saturday with possible light wintry mix late * Was Ice a Factor in NY Plane Crash? | Darwin and the Weather * Winds continue to diminish today, but not before producing some gusts above 30 mph this morning into...

By Ian Livingston | February 13, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Not Quite as Windy. Anything Wintry?

* Megawinds Smack D.C. Region | Darwin and the Weather * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. Still rather windy. Low 50s. | Tonight: Light winds. Clear, then some clouds. 27-32. | Tomorrow: 30% chance of light rain and a few...

By Camden Walker | February 13, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (15)

PM Update: Hold Onto Your Hat, If You've Still Got It

Lighter but still gusty winds continue through Friday Wind Advisory until midnight for most of metro area (map) * Power Outages | Submit Wind Damage Photos | Darwin & Weather * Winds gusting between 45 and 55 mph in the...

By Ian Livingston | February 12, 2009; 10:30 PM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Fierce Winds Bring About Cooling Trend

Some power outages; light wintry mix possible Saturday High Wind Warning until midnight for Montgomery, Loudoun, Frederick and Howard counties and Blue Ridge; Wind Advisory elsewhere (map) * Warmer Winters Shift Birds | Darwin and the Weather * EXPRESS FORECAST...

By Josh Larson | February 12, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (19)

PM Update: Warmth to Showers, Then Strong Winds

Extremely windy Thursday, gusts over 50 mph likely Severe Thunderstorm Watch for metro area until 1 a.m. (map) Wind Advisory from 2 a.m. tonight to midnight Thursday night for most of metro area; High Wind Warning for Loudoun and Frederick...

By Ian Livingston | February 11, 2009; 08:30 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Weather Smorgasbord Starts Off Warm

Showers tonight, high winds tomorrow. Wintry weekend? * Warm Weather a Mood-Changer? Vote in Our Poll | Australian Fires * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny and increasingly breezy. 68-73 | Tonight: Chance of gusty showers. Thunder? Upper 40s to low...

By Dan Stillman | February 11, 2009; 08:20 AM ET | Comments (19)

PM Update: Warmest Air of Season Coming?

'Toasty' Wednesday with showers and wind late * Australians Link Climate Change and Deadly Fires * Cloudy skies through much of today kept highs just below 60 in most places, though upper 50s is still rather mild for this time...

By Ian Livingston | February 10, 2009; 03:20 PM ET | Comments (13)

Forecast: Break From Winter Continues

But cold weather returns by late week * Later: Australia Bushfires and Climate Change: Is There a Link? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Breezy, cloudy, a few showers. 58-62. | Tonight: Cloudy. 45-49. | Tomorrow: Clouds, showers, very mild. 68-72. |...

By Matt Rogers | February 10, 2009; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (20)

Forecast: Week off to a Bright Start

Mainly mild until the weekend * Magenta Sky Photography | Later: Global Warming and Snakes * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny, pleasant. 55-58. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. 36-39. | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy, slight chance of showers. 58-61. | A Look...

By Brian Jackson | February 9, 2009; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Super Mild Air to Ease Cooler

* Later: Potomac Ice and a Magenta Sky * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny and breezy. 60-64. | Tonight: Mostly clear. 26-31. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. 51-55. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL I expected yesterday to be warm,...

By Jason Samenow | February 8, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (12)

Forecast: The Warm-up We've Been Waiting For

* Models Knew Monster Storm Was No Certainty * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny 54-58. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 32-38. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny. 56-60. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Earlier in the week, we took the big...

By Jason Samenow | February 7, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (22)

PM Update: Warmer, But not 'Warm' ... Yet

Springtime preview hits area this weekend; 60 on Sunday? * Monster Storm Was No Certainty | When Ants Come Marching In * You know it's been pretty cold when the first day of a multi-day warm-up still produces temperatures a...

By Ian Livingston | February 6, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Milder Air Moves In; 60 on Sunday?

Temps swing upward through Sunday, then down again * Warm Weather: Ant Attack? | Later: Monster Storm That Wasn't * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. Low 40s. | Tonight: Clear skies. 23-30. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. Mid 50s | Sunday:...

By Camden Walker | February 6, 2009; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (12)

PM Update: Another Darn Cold Night, Then Warmer

In the teens again tonight; 50s to near 60 for weekend * When the Ants Come Marching In | Submit/View Weather Photos * The brilliant sun felt warm today behind the windshield of a car or inside an office window....

By Dan Stillman | February 5, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: One More Day of Shivering

Much milder temperatures on the way * AccuWeather Backlash | Later: The Coming Ant Invasion? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. Mid-to-upper 20s. Wind chills in teens & single digits | Tonight: Clear. Teens to low 20s. | Tomorrow: Mostly...

By Josh Larson | February 5, 2009; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (16)

PM Update: Cold Winds With Snow Showers

Another dusting? Frigid on Thursday before warm-up * Backlash Hits AccuWeather After Lackluster Storm | FedCast Poll * Following a surprise dusting to an inch or so of snow this morning, today has been defined by cold temperatures and winds...

By Ian Livingston | February 4, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Too Cold? Just Wait for the Weekend

Snow showers today; warm-up begins Friday * FedCast Poll | Later: AccuWeather Feels Backlash After Sorry Storm * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cold & breezy with snow showers, especially in the a.m. 30-35. | Tonight: Really cold & breezy. Mid-teens to...

By Dan Stillman | February 4, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (17)

PM Update: Some Cloud Breaks, But Still Cold

Mostly cloudy, continued very chilly on Wednesday * The Official FedCast Poll | Umbrella in the Snow? * After some more conversational snow (the story of this winter) this morning, skies have been cloudy throughout the day with some breaks...

By Ian Livingston | February 3, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (19)

Forecast: Three Wintry Days, Flakes at Times

Little accumulation; big weekend warming looms * School Delays * 9:15 a.m. update: Snow band has expanded a bit into Montgomery County, but is now showing signs that it will gradually diminish -- probably in the next couple hours. Accumulations...

By Matt Rogers | February 3, 2009; 09:15 AM ET | Comments (38)

PM Update: Front Brings Rain Changing to Snow

Temps tumble; Second wintry Tuesday in a row tomorrow? * Umbrella In the Snow? | By 10 PM: SchoolCast * More mild temperatures visited the area today, but that's all about to change. Highs that reached into the low and...

By Ian Livingston | February 2, 2009; 05:45 PM ET | Comments (111)

Forecast: Turning Colder, Unsettled

No big storm likely; some light snow possible tomorrow * It's Groundhog Day: Phil Says Six More Weeks of Winter...* EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Increasing clouds, chance of showers late. 45-50. | Tonight: Scattered light rain showers, then a chance of...

By Jason Samenow | February 2, 2009; 09:15 AM ET | Comments (50)

Forecast: Super Weather for Super Sunday

Storm potential increases for early in the week * Coming Around Noon: New Snow Lover's Crystal Ball * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 50-53. | Tonight: Increasing clouds. 31-34. | Tomorrow: Mostly gray, afternoon showers. 46-49. | A Look Ahead...

By Brian Jackson | February 1, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (18)

Forecast: From Cold to Mild to ... ???

Early week storm a big wild card * Grading Our Inauguration Forecast | Misguided Medal for Hansen * Snow Lover's Crystal Ball EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny and cold. Low-to-mid-30s. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 24-28. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny and...

By Jason Samenow | January 31, 2009; 11:30 AM ET | Comments (24)

PM Update: A Few Snow Showers, Then Cold

Chilly and breezy overnight into Saturday * Next Week: Big Snow? | Grading Our Inauguration Forecast * Another day with some sunshine has helped melt more of the snow and ice that fell across the area earlier in the week....

By Ian Livingston | January 30, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (25)

Forecast: Temps Fluctuate Ahead of Next Storm

Best weekend day: Sunday * Misguided Medal for Hansen | Later: Grading Our Inauguration Forecast * Storm early next week? Jump to A Look Ahead... EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly cloudy. Snow flurry? 39-44. | Tonight: Breezy. Around 20. | Tomorrow:...

By Camden Walker | January 30, 2009; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (36)

PM Update: Snow & Ice Dwindle; More Next Week?

Cold front arrives Friday with a few snowflakes * Science Group Erred Giving Hansen Top Honor | Iwo Jima in the Snow * Sunshine returned to the area today but cold temperatures remain. Fortunately for those sick of icy sidewalks...

By Ian Livingston | January 29, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (28)

Forecast: The Calm After The Storm?

Chilly & dry weather expected through Monday Use caution walking and driving this morning | Closings/delays Big storm early next week? See our look ahead. * Later: Freedman on NASA's James Hansen and his big award * EXPRESS FORECAST Today:...

By Josh Larson | January 29, 2009; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (34)

PM Update: Showers Then Overnight Refreeze

Sun returns on Thursday to help melting * Iwo Jima in the Snow | Deicing Tips | Winter Driving Tips * SchoolCast... D.C. Schools: | MD and VA Schools: After an icy mess of a morning, temperatures only gradually rose...

By Ian Livingston | January 28, 2009; 07:30 PM ET | Comments (147)

Forecast: Struggling Toward 32°, Refreeze Tonight

Many side roads and sidewalks remain slippery * Deicer Dilemma: How to Choose and How to Use | Driving Tips * Winter Storm Warning Extended Until 6 p.m. OUR LATEST FORECAST Hurray! It's another day off school for most of...

By Dan Stillman | January 28, 2009; 11:30 AM ET | Comments (85)

Snow Picks Up Again; Icy Mess Late Tonight

3-5" total snowfall; could be an icy morning rush * Storm Timeline and FAQs | SnowCam | Q&A Transcript * Winter Storm Warning through 12 p.m. tomorrow for Loudoun and Montgomery counties and N&W (until 6 p.m. Wed for Frederick...

By Ian Livingston | January 27, 2009; 05:15 PM ET | Comments (81)

Snow Lets Up; Heavier Again Later, Then Ice

Some could see total accumulations of 3-5" Winter Storm Warning through 12 p.m. tomorrow for Loudoun and Montgomery counties and N & W Winter Weather Advisory through 12 p.m. tomorrow for the rest of the metro area Snowfall paints the...

By Capital Weather Gang | January 27, 2009; 11:30 AM ET | Comments (46)

Forecast: Some Shovelable Snow, Then Ice & Rain

Winter Storm Warning through 12 p.m. tomorrow for Loudoun and Montgomery counties and N & W Winter Weather Advisory through 12 p.m. tomorrow for the rest of the metro area So far, this has been the winter of the snow...

By Capital Weather Gang | January 27, 2009; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (26)

PM Update: Tues-Wed Storm Still on Track

Light snow accumulations Tuesday; Ice Tuesday night Winter Weather Advisory 4 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday Winter Storm Watch Tuesday Evening through Wednesday Afternoon * StormCast: | Before 10 PM: SchoolCast * Cloudy skies, cold temperatures and occasional morning snow...

By Ian Livingston | January 26, 2009; 05:30 PM ET | Comments (25)

Forecast: Cold, Snow, and Slop

Look out for a few morning snow showers Winter Storm Watch Tuesday Evening Through Wednesday Afternoon * Snow Lover's Crystal Ball: Latest Tues-Wed Storm Details * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy, morning light snow & flurries. 35-39. | Tonight: Chance...

By Jason Samenow | January 26, 2009; 09:15 AM ET | Comments (35)

Forecast: Cold Weather Holds On

Snow accumulation possible Tuesday into Wednesday * Later: Updated Snow Lover's Crystal Ball * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Increasing clouds. 33-36. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy, stray flurries? 21-24. | Tomorrow: Gray skies. 34-37. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL For...

By Brian Jackson | January 25, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (14)

Forecast: The Return of the Cold

Snow Lover's Crystal Ball: Snow chance for next week * Inauguration Weather: How Cold Was It? and Contrails in the Sky * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Variably cloudy. Chilly & breezy. 40-44. | Tonight: Mostly clear. 19-23. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny,...

By Jason Samenow | January 24, 2009; 01:45 PM ET | Comments (22)

PM Update: Colder Air Poised to Make Return

Blustery Saturday on tap. Some white stuff next week? * Inauguration Weather: How Cold Was It? | Contrails in the Sky * A rising sun angle and longer daylight hours teamed up with mild southerly winds to produce a fairly...

By Ian Livingston | January 23, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: My, It's Mild... But Only for a Day

Cold & wind return tomorrow; chance of snow next week * Are Scientists Overselling Climate Models? | Later: Inauguration Contrails * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sunny. Kinda warm. Low-to-mid 50s. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Mid 30s. | Tomorrow: Clearing skies. Windy....

By Camden Walker | January 23, 2009; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (8)

PM Update: Mainly Clear and Continued Milder

Mostly sunny, warmer Friday * Are Scientists Overselling Climate Models? * A south wind combined with lots of sunshine helped most locations end a long-lasting string of days failing to rise above the 30s. Clouds are few as temperatures generally...

By Ian Livingston | January 22, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Mild(er) Over The Next 72 Hours

Turning blustery & quite cold again by Sunday EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. Low 40s. | Tonight: Not nearly as cold. Near 30. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny; much milder. Near 50. | Tomorrow Night: Mostly cloudy. Mid-30s. | A Look...

By Josh Larson | January 22, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

PM Update: A Welcome Warming to Begin

Cooling down again during the weekend * How Warm/Cool Was '08? | Inauguration: A Struggle to Stay Warm * Abundant sunshine was no match for the Arctic air over the region today, with temperatures only rising to around freezing. Today...

By Capital Weather Gang | January 21, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Late-Week Warm-up Will be Brief

* Inauguration: A Struggle to Stay Warm | Later: How Warm/Cool Was '08? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. Near 30. Wind chills teens to low 20s. | Tonight: Becoming mostly clear. Mid teens to low 20s. | Tomorrow: Partly...

By Dan Stillman | January 21, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (5)

Inauguration Update: Pomp, Circumstance & Chill

* Wind-Chilled Spectators Seek Warmth, Medical Treatment In Museums * Partly sunny skies shined down on the millions who filled America's capital city today. The sunshine -- more than originally forecast -- ever so slightly took the edge off of...

By Capital Weather Gang | January 20, 2009; 01:00 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Bone-Chilling Inauguration Weather

Late Week Thaw EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Windy and cold. Flurries? Low 30s. (Wind chill teens to near 20) | Tonight: Very cold. 18-22. | Tomorrow: Still cold. 32-36. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Dress very warmly if you're...

By Matt Rogers | January 20, 2009; 04:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

Update: Conversational Snow Over, On to Obama

Icy patches in northern burbs. Inauguration forecast? Today's flurries and periods of light snow were enough to coat the ground with a dusting to half-inch just north and west of the District (e.g., Herndon, Manassas, Rockville), and up to 1.5...

By Dan Stillman | January 19, 2009; 06:35 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: A Little Light Snow for Inauguration Eve

Inauguration Day Weather Forecast (Tomorrow) : With subfreezing air temperatures and wind chills in the teens to near 20, it is going to be one cold day. Continue reading for tomorrow's Inauguration Day weather details... EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Light...

By Jason Samenow | January 19, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (29)

Forecast: No Go for Accumulating Snow Tonight

* Inauguration Weather Forecast and What to Wear * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. 37-40. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Flurries? 24-27. | Tomorrow: Mix of clouds and sun Chance of light snow. 30-33. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL...

By Brian Jackson | January 18, 2009; 12:10 PM ET | Comments (12)

Forecast: Freezing Temps, Fickle Snow Chances

Report Homeless Persons at Risk for Hypothermia: 1-800-535-7252 * Inauguration Weather Forecast | Later: Sunday Night Snow Update * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny and cold. 22-26. | Tonight: Increasing high clouds late. 17-22. | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy -- not...

By Jason Samenow | January 17, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

PM Update: Frigid Friday Night

Single digits area-wide; Sunday night snow? Report Homeless Persons at Risk for Hypothermia: 1-800-535-7252 * Sunday Night Snow Scenario | How to Stay Safe & Warm | 'My Face Hurts It's So Cold!' | Latest Inauguration Forecast * If it's...

By Jason Samenow | January 16, 2009; 05:45 PM ET | Comments (26)

Forecast: Washington Whipped by Near-Zero Chill

Bitter cold lasts into early Saturday, then slow warming Chance of Snow Sunday Night: Snow Lover's Crystal Ball Report Homeless Persons at Risk for Hypothermia: 1-800-535-7252 * How to Stay Safe & Warm | Inauguration Forecast: Count on Cold *...

By Camden Walker | January 16, 2009; 11:10 AM ET | Comments (26)

PM Update: Extreme Cold Arrives

Coldest air in about a decade; slow weekend warming Wind Chill Advisory 4 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday for D.C. and Points N&W Report Homeless Persons at Risk for Hypothermia: 1-800-535-7252 * How to Stay Safe & Warm | Latest...

By Jason Samenow | January 15, 2009; 05:20 PM ET | Comments (21)

Forecast: Bitter Cold Blasts Into Town

Cold pattern through the Inauguration * Inauguration Weather Forecast: Cold, Flaky? | Cold Now? Just Wait. * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny; blustery. Upper 20s, falling late. | Tonight: Frigid. 8-12 (sub-zero wind chills) | Tomorrow: Sunny; brutally cold. 16-20...

By Josh Larson | January 15, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (26)

PM Update: Cold & Getting Colder, Flakes?

Passing flurries possible; Thursday wind chills in the teens * Latest Inauguration Forecast | You Think This is Cold? Just Wait. * Consider today the start of our cold snap, which should last through the inauguration. Highs only made it...

By Capital Weather Gang | January 14, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Diving Into Deep Freeze

Cold blast settles in today; near-record cold Friday * Inauguration Forecast: Much Like Today? | Stop the Scaremongering * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Morning wind chills in the teens. Then decreasing winds. Low 30s. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Snow shower/flurry? 20-25....

By Dan Stillman | January 14, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (11)

PM Update: Cold Blast Bears Down

* Inauguration Weather: Latest InaugurationCast | Record Cold for Reagan | Stop the Scaremongering * Mostly cloudy skies kept highs to around 40 this afternoon. But now it's time to say goodbye to the 40-degree mark...for a while. A first...

By Capital Weather Gang | January 13, 2009; 03:20 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Polar Plunge

No-go on snow * Inauguration Weather: Latest InaugurationCast | Commentary: Stop the Scaremongering | Later this morning: Record Cold for Reagan * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. 42-46. | Tonight: Windy. 22-26. | Tomorrow: Cloudy, cold. 30-34. | A Look...

By Matt Rogers | January 13, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (14)

PM Update: The Calm Before the Cold

* InaugurationCast | A Treasure Trove of Records * Partly sunny skies helped highs reach near 40 in most area locations this afternoon. Through evening, we'll see variably cloudy skies as temperatures slowly back down through the 30s. Highs could...

By Capital Weather Gang | January 12, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Temperatures to Tumble Then Tank

Will flakes fly? * Microclimate Ice Storm | Later: InaugurationCast, & 2008 Local Records * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly sunny. Near 40. | Tonight: Mostly clear. 22-27. | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy. Slight chance of p.m. rain or snow. 35-40. |...

By Jason Samenow | January 12, 2009; 09:50 AM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Clearing & Cool Before Big Chill

* InaugurationCast | Our Microclimate Ice Storm * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Turning partly sunny. Breezy early. 38-42. | Tonight: Partly cloudy and cool. 22-27. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. Some clouds late? 38-42. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL We're...

By Brian Jackson | January 11, 2009; 12:00 PM ET | Comments (15)

Forecast: Raw Rain, Then Cold to Come

* Top International Weather Events: 2008 | Inauguration Weather: Swearing-In Date Switcheroo * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Afternoon & evening rain. Near 40. | Tonight: Rain ending. Refreeze? Low 29-33. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. Near 40 | A Look Ahead FORECAST...

By Jason Samenow | January 10, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (24)

PM Update: Clear Skies to Trend Cloudier

Saturday storm not what snow lovers wish for * InaugurationCast | Top International Weather of 2008 * Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this...

By Ian Livingston | January 9, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Another Wintry Threat by the Wayside?

Tomorrow's accumulation chances small * InaugurationCast | Later: Top International Weather of 2008 * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. Increasing clouds late. Near 40. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Upper 20s to low 30s. | Tomorrow: Wintry mix to rain. Mid-to-upper...

By Camden Walker | January 9, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Mainly Clear After Morning Action

Major cold on the horizon? What about snow chances? * Inauguration Weather: Swearing-In Date Switcheroo * Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this image...

By Ian Livingston | January 8, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Sunshine Returns, Big Time Cold Looms?

Wintry mix possible Saturday; Arctic outbreak next week Early risers: watch out for some black ice as lingering puddles may have frozen overnight * Later: Inauguration Weather and the 20th Amendment | Snow Poems * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny;...

By Josh Larson | January 8, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (17)

PM Update: Showers Departing

Sunshine returns Thursday along with some wind * InaugurationCast: T-Minus Two Weeks | Snow Lover's Lament: Poems * Radar: Latest D.C. area radar loop shows movement of precipitation over past two hours. Powered by HAMweather. Refresh page to update. Click...

By Ian Livingston | January 7, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (18)

Forecast: A Wet Wednesday; Snow Still a No-Show

* Kennedy Inauguration Weather | Later: InaugurationCast and Snow Poems * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Morning rain tapers to scattered p.m. showers. Low 40s. | Tonight: Partly cloudy and breezy. Low 30s. | Tomorrow: Partly sunny and breezy. Near 40. |...

By Dan Stillman | January 7, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (14)

PM Update: A Few Slick Spots Through Evening

Ice threat wanes overnight, rain continues heavy at times Winter Weather Advisory in effect through 9 a.m. tomorrow N&W of D.C. (includes Loudoun, Montgomery, Howard and Fauquier counties and points N&W) Cold and wet conditions have predominated today, with some...

By Ian Livingston | January 6, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (33)

Update: Light Rain and Patchy Ice Settle In

Late-day travel could be tricky for far north & west burbs Winter Weather Advisory in effect through 9 a.m. tomorrow N&W of D.C. (includes Loudoun, Montgomery, Howard and Fauquier counties and points N&W) Right Now: The morning has come and...

By Capital Weather Gang | January 6, 2009; 12:45 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Icy Challenges Today

Most travel woes well north and west of city Winter Weather Advisory in effect through 9 a.m. tomorrow N&W of D.C. (includes Montgomery, Loudoun, Howard counties and points N&W; advisory discontinued for Fairfax and Prince William County) EXPRESS FORECAST Today:...

By Matt Rogers | January 6, 2009; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (17)

PM Update: Wintry Mix Targets Area Tuesday

Greatest ice threat is N&W of D.C. late in the day Winter Weather Advisory in effect 6 a.m. Tues. through 9 a.m. Wed. N&W of D.C. (includes Fairfax, Montgomery and Howard counties and points N&W; excludes Arlington County, Falls Church...

By Ian Livingston | January 5, 2009; 05:30 PM ET | Comments (36)

Forecast: Some Ice Possible Tuesday

Seasonably cold conditions most of the week Winter Storm Watch in effect Tues. afternoon through Wed. morning N&W of D.C. (includes Fairfax, Montgomery and Howard counties and points N&W; excludes Arlington County, Falls Church and Alexandria) * InaugurationCast | Kennedy...

By Jason Samenow | January 5, 2009; 10:15 AM ET | Comments (16)

Forecast: Unsettled Weather Returns

Some iciness may develop late Tuesday * Top Five Local Weather Events: 2008 | Weather Ins and Outs for 2009 * Forecast edited at 11:50 a.m. EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. Slight chance of showers. 41-44. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy....

By Brian Jackson | January 4, 2009; 11:50 AM ET | Comments (17)

Forecast: Sunny Saturday, Dampish Sunday

* Top Five Local Weather Events: 2008 | Weather Ins and Outs for 2009 * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny and seasonable. 44-48 | Tonight: Increasing clouds. Low 30-34. | Tomorrow: Chance of light rain. 41-45 | A Look Ahead...

By Jason Samenow | January 3, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Temperatures Trend Upward

Saturday shaping up better than Sunday * InaugurationCast: Let the Forecasts Begin | Later: Weather Ins and Outs * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: A.M. rain/snow shower? Low 40s. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. Mid-to-upper 20s. | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. Low-to-mid 40s. |...

By Camden Walker | January 2, 2009; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (15)

Forecast: Out With the Wind, In With the New Year

EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cold. Less Windy. Partly to mostly sunny. Mid-to-upper 30s. | Tonight: Increasing clouds. Low-to-mid 20s. | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy. 30-40% chance of rain or snow showers. Low 40s. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL A stiff...

By Dan Stillman | January 1, 2009; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (15)

PM Update: 2009's Wind-Chilled Arrival

Sunshine, more cold temperatures on New Year's Days Wind Advisory remains in effect until 10 p.m.; some damage reported * Top 5 Local Weather Stories of 2008 | Predict Inauguration Weather * Temperatures: Current area temperatures. Powered by Weather Bonk....

By Ian Livingston | December 31, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (12)

Forecast: Windy, Cold Countdown to New Year

A few a.m. snow showers; midnight wind chill in teens Wind Advisory until 10 p.m. this evening; power outages possible * Predict Inauguration Weather | Later: Top 5 Local Weather Stories of 2008 * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Fierce winds. A.M....

By Dan Stillman | December 31, 2008; 10:55 AM ET | Comments (29)

PM Update: Crawling Back Toward Winter Chill

Cold gusty winds bring blustery and dry New Year's Eve * Predict Obama's Inauguration Weather | Top 10 Weather Events of 2008 * Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service....

By Ian Livingston | December 30, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Temperatures Descend as 2009 Rings In

* Top 10 Weather Events of 2008 | Later this a.m.: Can You Predict Obama's Inauguration Weather? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Partly cloudy. 50-54. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. 30-34. | Tomorrow: Colder with variable skies. 41-45. | A Look Ahead...

By Matt Rogers | December 30, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: A Gradual Return to Winter

Temperatures to turn steadily colder this week * Later: Top 10 Weather Events of 2008 | Weather Checker Chimes In * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly sunny. 51-55. | Tonight: Partly cloudy and chilly. 32-38. | Tomorrow: Partly to mostly sunny....

By Jason Samenow | December 29, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Spring Warmth Stays For One More Day

EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Warm and windy. Chance of p.m. showers. 65-68. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. 34-37. | Tomorrow: Sunny, a bit cooler. 49-52. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL It will feel more like springtime today than early winter...

By Brian Jackson | December 28, 2008; 10:40 AM ET | Comments (22)

Forecast: Weekend Warm-up

Showers possible Sunday * Weather Wall | 'Nothing Takes Longer Than Waiting for Snow' * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy and mild. 55-60. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy, 48-53. | Tomorrow: Chance of showers, still mild. Mid 60s. | A Look...

By Jason Samenow | December 27, 2008; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Warm Weekend on the Way

Best chance of showers on Sunday * National Christmas Tree Photos | Later: Weather Checker Weighs In * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. P.M. shower? Mid 40s. | Tonight: Slight shower chance. Around 40. | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy. Near 60....

By Camden Walker | December 26, 2008; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Sunny, Seasonable Christmas Weather

Noticeably milder, though showery, this weekend * Forecast From... Santa?! | 'Nothing Takes Longer Than Waiting for Snow' * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sun & clouds. Upper 40s | Tonight: Dry. Lower 30s | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy. Low 40s | A...

By Josh Larson | December 25, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Some Showers for Santa's Arrival

Sunny and not too cold Christmas Day * 'Nothing Takes Longer Than Waiting for Snow' | Forecast From... Santa?! * Radar: Latest regional radar loop shows movement of precipitation over past two hours. Powered by HAMweather. Refresh page to update....

By Ian Livingston | December 24, 2008; 04:10 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Warmer Weather is Welcome Gift

Evening showers clear out for Christmas Day * Travel Forecast | 'Nothing Takes Longer Than Waiting for Snow' * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cloudy. Increasing shower chances late. Near 50. | Tonight: Showery, breezy and low 50s early. Showers end around...

By Dan Stillman | December 24, 2008; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Pre-Holiday Thaw, Plus Showers

Touch of ice tonight? Holiday travel mostly wet, not wintry Winter Weather Advisory from 10 p.m. tonight to 10 a.m. Wednesday * Travel Forecast | 'Nothing Takes Longer Than Waiting for Snow' * The onset of light breezes from the...

By Dan Stillman | December 23, 2008; 09:00 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Christmas Eve Rain; Yuletide Warming

Slight chance of a little ice late tonight * Later this morning: 'Nothing Takes Longer Than Waiting for Snow' * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Clouds return. Slightly warmer. 34-38. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Rain/ice late? 30-33. | Tomorrow: Warmer. Mainly PM...

By Matt Rogers | December 23, 2008; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Winds Begin to Weaken, Cold Remains

Some single digits overnight; Slightly warmer Tuesday * New Photo Gallery | TWC Criticized for One-Sided Reporting * Temperatures: Current area temperatures. Powered by Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click icons for more info. Click and hold...

By Ian Livingston | December 22, 2008; 05:35 PM ET | Comments (20)

Forecast: Bitter Cold to Steadily Retreat

Above-average temperatures return Christmas Eve EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Windy and cold. 27-31 | Tonight: Clear and very cold, 9-14 | Tomorrow: Not as windy, but chilly. 34-38 | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL Sub-freezing cold and a biting wind...

By Jason Samenow | December 22, 2008; 10:15 AM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Winds to Usher in an Arctic Chill

* SkinsCast: Brutally Cold * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Precip ends early, and windy, 35-39 | Tonight: Extremely cold and windy, 15-20 | Tomorrow: Sunny, breezy and very cold, 28-32 | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL By Brian Jackson As...

By Brian Jackson | December 21, 2008; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Clouds, a Quick Mix, then Cold

Perhaps a little slick late tonight * SkinsCast | Weather Wall * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. Near 40. | Tonight: Mix late. 30-34 | Tomorrow: A.M rain/mix, then blustery. Upper 30s. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL As...

By Jason Samenow | December 20, 2008; 12:00 PM ET | Comments (20)

PM Update: Patchy Fog as Storm Begins Exit

Cloudy, chilly Saturday; What about the next storm? * Flurry of Fed Science News | Redskins-Eagles Forecast * Radar: Latest regional radar loop shows movement of precipitation over past two hours. Powered by HAMweather. Refresh page to update. Click here...

By Ian Livingston | December 19, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (12)

Forecast: Gloomy Friday; Saturday/Sunday Slop?

Weekend storm still taking shape. How wintry? * Ex-Bush Official Joins AccuWeather | Redskins-Eagles Forecast * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Batches of rain. Mid 40s. | Tonight: Partly to mostly cloudy. Upper 30s | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy. Near 40. | Tomorrow...

By Camden Walker | December 19, 2008; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (14)

PM Update: Gray Skies Portend Coming Showers

Occasional rain on Friday; Record snow in Vegas * Ex-Bush Official Joins AccuWeather | Weekend Wintry Weather Cancel? * Radar: Latest regional radar loop shows movement of precipitation over past two hours. Powered by HAMweather. Refresh page to update. Click...

By Ian Livingston | December 18, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (22)

Forecast: Unsettled End to the Week

All eyes on weekend's possible winter weather * SkinsCast | Later: AccuWeather Brings On Ex-Bush Official * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. Mid 40s | Tonight: Rain. Mid-to-upper 30s | Tomorrow: Showers. Mid 50s | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN...

By Josh Larson | December 18, 2008; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

PM Update: The Lull Between Storm Systems

Quiet weather Thursday ahead of next rainmaker * Give the Gift of Weather | Weekend Storm?: Snow Lover's Crystal Ball * Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page...

By Ian Livingston | December 17, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Weather Calms Down, But Not for Long

Watching the weekend for next wintry threat * Later: Snow Lover's Crystal Ball and Weather Gifts * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Stray shower or sprinkle. Mostly cloudy. Mid 40s to near 50. | Tonight: Partly cloudy. Mid 30s. | Tomorrow: Partly...

By Dan Stillman | December 17, 2008; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (10)

PM Update: Falling Temperatures Lead to Some Ice

Light rain turning to sleet/freezing rain in N&W suburbs Winter Weather Advisory N&W of D.C. through 11 a.m. Wed. morning (includes Montgomery, Loudoun & Frederick counties) * Ice Forecasts by Area | What about the rest of the week? Forecast...

By Ian Livingston | December 16, 2008; 05:15 PM ET | Comments (21)

Forecast: Falling Temps with Rain, PM Ice N&W

* Winter Weather Advisory N&W of D.C. from 6 p.m. this evening through 11 a.m. Wed. morning (includes Montgomery, Loudoun & Frederick counties) * * Track Falling Temperatures: Weather Wall | Later: Forecast Update * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Rain. Temperatures...

By Matt Rogers | December 16, 2008; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (10)

PM Update: Cold Air Poised for Return; Ice N&W?

Tuesday rain could turn icy by evening in northwest burbs * Close Encounter with the Moon | Snow Jokes * Winter Storm Watch N&W of D.C. Tue. evening through Wed. morning (includes Montgomery, Loudoun & Frederick counties) Today was a...

By Ian Livingston | December 15, 2008; 10:30 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: A Wet and Sometimes Warm Week

* Later: Moon Shots and Snow Jokes * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cloudy and mild with sprinkles. Low 60s. | Tonight: Rain showers. Near 40. | Tomorrow: Colder with rain. Low 40s. | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL The holiday...

By Jason Samenow | December 15, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Warming Up Before Turning Wet

* Later: Hotel Savings a Reason to Root for Cold * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Becoming partly cloudy, not as cold. 45-50. | Tonight: Mostly cloudy, chance of drizzle. 40-45 | Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy with showers late. 55-60. | A Look...

By Jason Samenow | December 14, 2008; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Arctic Air's Last Gasp, For Now

* 2009 Washington Area Weather Calendar | Later: Snow Shutout * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Sunny and cold, 37-40 | Tonight: Partly cloudy, mid- to upper 20s | Tomorrow: Sunny and warmer, 49-52 | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL By...

By Brian Jackson | December 13, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

PM Update: Clouds Fade But Cold Remains

Bright moon tonight; Sunny Saturday in store * 2009 Washington Area Weather Calendar * Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this image bigger on...

By Ian Livingston | December 12, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Wind & Cold Return Before Warm-up

* Later: CWG Photographer Kevin Ambrose's 2009 Weather Calendar * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Morning rain/snow showers. No accumulation. Windy. Near 40 | Tonight: Mostly clear & breezy. Upper 20s | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. Around 40 | Sunday: Mostly sunny. Mid-to-upper...

By Camden Walker | December 12, 2008; 08:15 AM ET | Comments (11)

PM Update: Drenching Drive Home. Any Snow?

Storm departs Friday but leaves cold behind * Traffic | Radar, Temps & More: Weather Wall | This Evening: SchoolCast * Winter Weather Advisory early Friday for Montgomery, Loudoun, Frederick & Howard counties As predicted here, today has been a...

By Ian Livingston | December 11, 2008; 04:00 PM ET | Comments (13)

Forecast: Much Colder With Buckets of Rain

Rain may end as snow Friday morning * Flood Watch in effect through tonight; 2-4 inches of rain possible * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Rainy & much colder. Near 40. | Tonight: Rainy. Mid-to-upper 30s | Tomorrow: A.M. snow/rain. Near 40....

By Josh Larson | December 11, 2008; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (25)

PM Update: Bye Bye Warmth, Hello Storm #2

Cold rain arrives Thursday, ending as snow? * The Science and Wonder of Snowflakes | Radar & More: Weather Wall * Spotty showers today have been accompanied by near-record warmth in the low-to-mid 60s. Additional showers are possible this evening...

By Ian Livingston | December 10, 2008; 05:15 PM ET | Comments (19)

Forecast: Mild Showers, Then Cold Rain

Some icing possible well north and west late Thursday * Why Is Local Snow Declining? | Later: The Science of Snowflakes * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Showers. Cloudy. Low-to-mid 60s | Tonight: Showers continue. 35-43 | Tomorrow: Rain. Touch of sleet...

By Dan Stillman | December 10, 2008; 10:20 AM ET | Comments (10)

PM Update: Warm & Wet Wednesday. Then What?

Mild temperatures, chance of showers overnight * What's Causing Snow to Decline Locally? * Despite overcast skies, temperatures today climbed higher than recently -- and back above average values -- as afternoon highs reached near and just over 50. A...

By Ian Livingston | December 9, 2008; 07:20 PM ET | Comments (13)

Forecast: Bring Back the 60s

Big warm-up will be brief; wintry threat late week * Snow Lover's Crystal Ball | Where Will Obama Lead NOAA? | Later: Why is Snow Declining Locally? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: All clouds. 48-52 | Tonight: A few showers, mainly...

By Matt Rogers | December 9, 2008; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Mostly Cloudy, Not as Cold Tonight

Mini warm-up begins Tuesday; late-week wintry threat? * Where Will Obama Lead NOAA? * Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this image bigger on...

By Ian Livingston | December 8, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (16)

Forecast: Bitter Start and End to Work Week

Midweek: Big temperature swings with rain, maybe snow * Snow Lover's Crystal Ball | Later: Where Will Obama Lead NOAA? * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Cold. 35-39 | Tonight: Increasing clouds. 25-30 | Tomorrow: Slight chance of p.m. shower, milder. Near...

By Jason Samenow | December 8, 2008; 07:20 AM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: A Cold Wind Blows In

* Skins-Ravens Forecast: Bone Chilling Cold * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: A bitter cold wind. 34-37 | Tonight: Clear & less windy. Upper teens to low 20s | Tomorrow: Continued dry and cool. 39-42 | A Look Ahead FORECAST IN DETAIL...

By Brian Jackson | December 7, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (21)

Forecast: Some Flakes, Then Freezing

A dusting, some slick spots, possible this evening * Redskins-Ravens Forecast | Ski Season Starts Solid * The persistently chilly pattern reinforces itself this evening as another cold front blasts through the region. Out ahead of it, some snow showers...

By Jason Samenow | December 6, 2008; 05:40 PM ET | Comments (53)

PM Update: Cold Tonight; Light Snow Tomorrow?

Flakes could fly late Saturday, followed by windy Sunday * Snow Lover's Crystal Ball | Solid Start to Ski Season | SkinsCast * Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service....

By Ian Livingston | December 5, 2008; 04:50 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Cold Comes With Chance of Light Snow

Light snow or flurries late Saturday; Strong winds Sunday * Ice Skating in D.C. | SkinsCast | Late Morning: Solid Start to Ski Season * Besides a chance of light snow or flurries late Saturday, the weather today through Monday...

By Camden Walker | December 5, 2008; 08:50 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Showers then Cold; Weather Course

Back into the icebox Friday * Snow Lover's Crystal Ball | Ice Skating in Washington | SkinsCast * Radar: Latest regional radar loop shows movement of precipitation over past two hours. Powered by HAMweather. Refresh page to update. Click here...

By Ian Livingston | December 4, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: After Today, Back Into The Icebox

Is some white stuff coming our way? * Redskins-Ravens Forecast | Late Morning: Ice Skating in Washington * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy. P.M. Shower? Low 50s | Tonight: Shower? 26-33 | Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. Upper 30s | A Look...

By Josh Larson | December 4, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: More Cold Approaches; TV Shuffle

Briefly warmer Thursday, shower threat late * Squirrels Achin' for Acorns * Wall-to-wall sunshine mixed with lighter winds to create a rather pleasant December day across the area. After a solid freeze overnight, temperatures rose into the mid and upper...

By Ian Livingston | December 3, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Another Cold Snap Looms

* Politico Criticized on Climate | Squirrels Achin' for Acorns * Remember that cold snap in mid-November when temperatures had trouble making it much higher than the low 40s? Well, another one is on its way starting Friday. So if...

By Dan Stillman | December 3, 2008; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Gray Skies to Turn Clear; Cold Night

Sunny Wednesday with near-average temperatures * Politico Falls Into Climate Coverage Trap * After some morning sun, cloudiness associated with an upper-level disturbance moving by helped cap temperatures in the mid 40s -- many locations have since fallen a few...

By Ian Livingston | December 2, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Indecisive December

Some warming, then Polar blast this weekend * Later this morning: Climate Confusion in the Media * EXPRESS FORECAST Today: Some sun and some clouds. 45-49 | Tonight: Partly cloudy. 25-30 | Tomorrow: Sunniest day of the week. 48-52 |...

By Matt Rogers | December 2, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: December In, Hurricane Season Out

Partly sunny Tuesday and continued cool * Weather Checker: When Is a Miss a Miss? * The moon appears this evening with Venus (bottom) and Jupiter (right). By Capital Weather Gang photographer Kevin Ambrose. Related article. Mostly cloudy skies, combined...

By Ian Livingston | December 1, 2008; 10:45 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: December Brings Breezy Beginning

* Weather Checker: An Outsider's Analysis of CWG's Forecast Accuracy * By the meteorological calendar, winter begins today and gusty winds will give it a wintry feel. However, highs near and above 50 for the next several days will feel...

By Jason Samenow | December 1, 2008; 10:15 AM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: A Raw Rainy Day

SkinsCast: Damp and Dismal By Brian Jackson If you've got any activities or chores saved up for that "rainy day", now you've got no excuses to put them off. Twin areas of low pressure barrel overhead today bringing plenty of...

By Brian Jackson | November 30, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Serene Saturday, Soggy Sunday

* SkinsCast: Raw and Rainy * If you didn't hit the stores yesterday, today won't be a bad alternative. A good deal of sunshine coupled with temperatures reaching well into the 40s will feel pleasant with little in the way...

By Jason Samenow | November 29, 2008; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Decent Shopping Weather; Wet Sunday?

Black Friday to be warmest day this weekend * Redskins Forecast: A Giant Question Mark | Noon: Winter Weather Joke * Today's all-important shopping will go off unimpeded by weather as highs reach the pleasant low-to-mid 50s. Precipitation should not...

By Camden Walker | November 28, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Travel Weather Stays Trouble Free

Sunny, warmer on Thanksgiving * Were the Pilgrims Weather Wimps? | Snow Lover's Crystal Ball * Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this image...

By Ian Livingston | November 26, 2008; 03:05 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Travelers Give Thanks for Good Weather

Sunday potential brings out Snow Lover's Crystal Ball * D.C.'s Declining Snow | Were the Pilgrims Weather Wimps? * Hitting the road? Weather will not be to blame for any travel woes today heading away from the D.C. area, unless...

By Dan Stillman | November 26, 2008; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: Remaining Cool; No Travel Troubles

Latest cold shot not as strong as the last few * Water Main Break Snarls 16th St. NW | Is D.C. Snow Declining? * Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park...

By Ian Livingston | November 25, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: A Brief Blustery Blow

Then a wee bit of warming * Readers React to TWC Firings | Late Morning: Local Snowfall Trends * Wow, with over a week of temperatures well below the norm, we had forgotten what 50 degrees felt like. While still...

By Matt Rogers | November 25, 2008; 08:15 AM ET | Comments (0)

PM Update: Rain to End Brief Warm-up

* Reactions to Weather Channel Firings | Weather Wall * For the first time since Nov. 16, Reagan National Airport touched 50 degrees this afternoon. Winds from the south boosted highs to 50 or above at most places in the...

By Capital Weather Gang | November 24, 2008; 03:45 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Mostly Cool and Mostly Tame

We'll start and end the work week with brief warm-ups, but it won't be anything for warm-weather fans to hang their hats on. Maybe we touch 50 today and Friday, but as soon as we do the next cold...

By Jason Samenow | November 24, 2008; 09:55 AM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Slight Warming, Showers Tomorrow Night

By Brian Jackson Temperatures will moderate through Monday ahead of the next cold front. This front could bring more accumulating snow to the western mountains but our area will see mostly rain showers late tomorrow and tomorrow night. After the...

By Brian Jackson | November 23, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Cold Pattern Persists

* Winter Outlook | Weather Channel Firings * Don't let either the calendar or today's sunshine fool you: mid-winter cold is upon us. Tomorrow and Monday, the bite of the cold air eases a little before reinforcements arrive Tuesday. Throughout...

By Jason Samenow | November 22, 2008; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: More November Snow and Cold

Guess what? Still chilly and windy on Saturday! * Weather Channel Layoffs | Rouge Waves: Real, and Spectacular * Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update....

By Ian Livingston | November 21, 2008; 05:00 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: More Cold. More Flakes?

Some snow showers today; slightly warmer by Sunday * Also on CWG: Photo Contest Winners | Late morning: Rogue Waves * A chance of snow showers will be the opening act for our reinforced chilliness today and tomorrow. BUNDLE UP!...

By Camden Walker | November 21, 2008; 08:25 AM ET | Comments (18)

PM Update: Cold Air Reinforcements Arrive

More snow showers possible Friday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this image bigger on our Weather Wall. Cold air eased just a bit...

By Ian Livingston | November 20, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Briefly Milder Today Then Colder Again

* CWG's Winter Outlook and Q&A | Late Morning: Photo Contest Winners * After two days in a row of temperatures that didn't make it past 40 in most areas, we'll see the cold air retreat a bit today (in...

By Josh Larson | November 20, 2008; 08:20 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Winds Slacken, Chilly Air Remains

Slightly warmer Thursday before more cold arrives * CWG's Winter Outlook and Q&A | Tomorrow: Photo Contest Winners * Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update....

By Ian Livingston | November 19, 2008; 05:30 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Winter Cold Coming on Strong

* Also on CWG: Our Winter Outlook & Live Chat (1 p.m.) | Weather Wall * The calendar says fall, but the coldest weather since late last February has arrived and appears to be going nowhere. We probably won't escape...

By Jason Samenow | November 19, 2008; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Midwinter-Like Chill Grips Area

Cold and breezy conditions Wednesday *** Coming Tomorrow: CWG's Winter Outlook & Live Chat (at 1p.m.) *** Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this...

By Ian Livingston | November 18, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Into the Icebox

Snow showers, flurries possible today *** Tomorrow: CWG's Winter Outlook and Live Chat (1 p.m.) *** A hearty plunge of polar air is sweeping the eastern half of the nation and it is delivering quite a pre-winter punch. The majority...

By Matt Rogers | November 18, 2008; 10:15 AM ET | Comments (14)

PM Update: Cold Gets Colder... First Snowflakes?

Evening rain, snow showers; Mid-winter preview Tuesday *** Coming Wednesday: CWG's Winter Outlook | Weather Wall *** After one of the coldest mornings of the season, sunshine gave way to increasing clouds associated with an upper-level disturbance moving through. Temperatures,...

By Ian Livingston | November 17, 2008; 04:45 PM ET | Comments (27)

Forecast: After Wild Weekend, Wintry Reality

Get familiar with highs in the 40s -- and some flakes, too? The excitement of the weekend -- a Saturday of highs in the 70s, heavy showers, rumbles of thunder and rainbows; and a windy and suddenly cold Sunday --...

By Dan Stillman | November 17, 2008; 08:30 AM ET | Comments (15)

Forecast: The Sun Grows Cold

By Brian Jackson Cold is the word into the middle of next week unfortunately (unless you happen to like it) as our high temperatures steadily decline. Most of the time, you won't know it looking out the window as the...

By Brian Jackson | November 16, 2008; 08:45 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Warm and Wet -- then Wintry

Slight risk of strong afternoon storms We face a potentially volatile Saturday as warm and cold air do combat. The metro area stands in the battleground as warm air surges north at the same time cold air advances eastward. The...

By Jason Samenow | November 15, 2008; 12:55 PM ET | Comments (10)

PM Update: Gray Skies Lead to More Rain, Storms

Showers, thunderstorms and breezy Saturday If you're a fan of clouds, you continue to be very happy with the weather lately. In addition to gray skies today, much of the area has seen intermittent drizzle and fog, along with highs...

By Ian Livingston | November 14, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Showers, Storms as Seasons Collide

Much colder Sunday into next week Both your fall and winter wardrobes will get a workout over the next several days. Today we get highs near 60, with a 70-degree reading not out of the question tomorrow. With the warmth...

By Camden Walker | November 14, 2008; 10:55 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: Rain Subsides ... For Now

Cloudy and warmer Friday, more rain late in the day The back edge of several hours of steady rain is now moving off to the east, leaving the area cloudy with wet roadways and some lingering light showers. Most locations...

By Ian Livingston | November 13, 2008; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: From Clouds & Rain to Cold

Wet the better part of the next 72 hours In what feels like one of the cloudiest early Novembers in recent memory, we've got plenty more of it on tap over the next several days. An area of low pressure...

By Josh Larson | November 13, 2008; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Clouds Thicken as Rain Approaches

Raw and wet on Thursday Cloudiness made a triumphant return to the region today and has plans for at least a several-day stay. Without much sun to warm things up, most areas reached within a few degrees of 50 for...

By Ian Livingston | November 12, 2008; 06:40 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Today Clouds, Tomorrow Rain

What gives? For the second month in a row, we're working on an extended dry spell. In October, it took until the 25th to get any measurable rain at all. So far in November, we've seen only a few showers...

By Dan Stillman | November 12, 2008; 08:40 AM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Sun to be Replaced by Clouds, Then Rain

Warmer weather late week may also be wet There should be a good amount of sun out there today, but clouds will make their presence felt tomorrow before overtaking the skies entirely by Thursday and Friday. Meanwhile, a disturbance lifting...

By Matt Rogers | November 11, 2008; 09:55 AM ET | Comments (0)

PM Update: Mostly Clear and Quite Chilly

One more day of sun Tuesday Temperatures: Current area temperatures. Powered by Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click icons for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. See map bigger on...

By Ian Livingston | November 10, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Sunshine Won't Settle

Savor the next couple days of mostly sunny weather. Starting Wednesday -- we should cloud over for several straight days with wet weather arriving Thursday and Friday. By next weekend the sun may unveil itself again, but with cooler air...

By Jason Samenow | November 10, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Seasonably Cool and Sunny

By Brian Jackson Over the last several days, the weather world has experienced an extremely potent blizzard in the High Plains, and a major category 4 hurricane in the Caribbean. Lucky for us, we won't be seeing anything like that...

By Brian Jackson | November 9, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Cooler Air Coming

The same weather system that plastered the Dakotas with as much as 46" (not a typo) of snow will skirt through the metro region this morning. Not much will be left of it, but a few showers could develop. The...

By Jason Samenow | November 8, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Shooting for 70, Then Cooler

Is anyone else tired of these gloomy skies? At least the sun will show itself today. And it will be quite balmy, too. Enjoy the warmth, because temperatures will be on the downward trend this weekend. But the good news...

By Camden Walker | November 7, 2008; 09:20 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: Gray Skies Linger a While Longer

Finally some sunshine on Friday Radar: Latest regional radar loop shows movement of precipitation over past two hours. Powered by HAMweather. Refresh page to update. Click here to see radar bigger. Or see radar bigger on our Weather Wall. The...

By Ian Livingston | November 6, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Cloudy Conditions Continue

Becoming sunny and milder Friday It's beginning to sound like a broken record: clouds will prevail again today, even though some peaks of sunshine are possible. You'll have to wait until tomorrow for the sun to return in full force....

By Josh Larson | November 6, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Clouds Remain; A Chance of Rain?

Variably cloudy and warm on Thursday Radar: Latest regional radar loop shows movement of precipitation over past two hours. Powered by HAMweather. Refresh page to update. Click here to see radar bigger. Or see radar bigger on our Weather Wall....

By Ian Livingston | November 5, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: A New Day in Washington, Still Cloudy

If the new president-elect thought that glorious, victorious sunshine would reign down on Washington the "day after" -- well, not so much. Yesterday's clouds haven't gone anywhere, and probably won't until a stagnant coastal storm off the mid-Atlantic coast drifts...

By Dan Stillman | November 5, 2008; 09:20 AM ET | Comments (0)

PM Update: As Voting Winds Down, Rain Increases

More clouds and some rain Wednesday Radar: Latest regional radar loop shows movement of precipitation over past two hours. Powered by HAMweather. Refresh page to update. Click here to see radar bigger. Or see radar bigger on our Weather Wall....

By Ian Livingston | November 4, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Rainy Change You Can Believe In

A slow-moving coastal storm will put an end to our recent dry weather pattern. Look for the rains to gradually develop this morning and start canvassing the area in earnest this afternoon and evening. Like a long election cycle, this...

By Matt Rogers | November 4, 2008; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Clouds Now, Rain Coming?

Election Day brings threat of unsettled weather Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this image bigger on our Weather Wall. Clouds have covered much...

By Ian Livingston | November 3, 2008; 05:35 PM ET | Comments (5)

DC Area Forecast: Election Day Results Cloudy

Tuesday rain chances increasing, but still nebulous Calling the winner of Tuesday's presidential election sure looks easier than predicting the weather at the moment. A slow-moving coastal storm off the Carolinas will crawl northward, and likely spread rain south and...

By Jason Samenow | November 3, 2008; 07:45 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: A Touch of Grey, Then Back to Bright

by Brian Jackson Our weekend concludes with cooler conditions and likely overcast skies. Some sunshine and mild conditions return Monday afternoon, possibly lasting through Election Day. By late Election Day and Wednesday, unsettled weather begins to make an appearance as...

By Brian Jackson | November 2, 2008; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: November off to Nice Start

Warm today; crisp tomorrow November welcomes us with a beautiful Saturday. With autumn foliage beginning to peak in the north and west suburbs, what better day to spend outside. We cool down tomorrow before warming up a little to start...

By Jason Samenow | November 1, 2008; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

PM Update: A 'Boo'tiful Halloween

Pleasant conditions persist through Saturday Temperatures: Current area temperatures. Powered by Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click icons for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. See map bigger on our...

By Ian Livingston | October 31, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Spooky How Pleasant It'll Be

No spooky storms or showers to dampen tonight's trick or treating. In fact, the weather will be eerily quiet through the weekend. Enjoy the partly to mostly sunny skies and mild high temperatures -- in the 50s and 60s. TODAY...

By Camden Walker | October 31, 2008; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: Climbing Out of Winter's Preview

Nothing scary about Friday's weather Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this image bigger on our Weather Wall. We got a welcome break from...

By Ian Livingston | October 30, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: More Sun Less Spook

Rather cool again today but milder & dry for Halloween If you found the howling winds and dreary skies of the last several days scary, fear no more. High pressure building into the area will foster milder temperatures and more...

By Josh Larson | October 30, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: Cold Breezes Continue to Chill Region

Temperature rebound begins Thursday Radar: Latest D.C. area radar loop shows movement of precipitation over past two hours. Powered by HAMweather. Refresh page to update. Click here to see radar bigger. Or see radar bigger on our Weather Wall. Windy...

By Ian Livingston | October 29, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Warmup Awaits After Windy Wednesday

What's in store for Halloween night? If the windy chill of the past two days has you worried that winter has gripped the Washington area for good, well, chill out. After a wind-chilled Wednesday, winds will diminish and temperatures will...

By Dan Stillman | October 29, 2008; 09:10 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Race to Stay Warm

More chilled air and wind on Wednesday Our early taste of winter continues today as clouds hang tough and highs have struggled to get much above 50. Winds, gusting over 40 mph, are adding an extra chill to the air...

By Ian Livingston | October 28, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Chilling

Some recovery by Halloween *Wind Advisory from 10 a.m. this morning to 2 a.m. tonight* Perhaps the week of Halloween is the perfect one to experience some bone-chilling conditions. This newly-arrived Canadian air mass is all trick and no treat...

By Matt Rogers | October 28, 2008; 07:50 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: A Preview of Cold Times to Come

Blustery wind-chilled day upcoming Tuesday Radar: Latest D.C. area radar loop shows movement of precipitation over past two hours. Powered by HAMweather. Refresh page to update. Click here to see radar bigger. Or see radar bigger on our Weather Wall....

By Ian Livingston | October 27, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: A Blustery Blow

Milder later this week; rain-free A cold front plows through the region this morning, with chilly air pouring into the region for the next couple of days. By tomorrow and Wednesday, temperatures will be more than 10-14 degrees below average,...

By Jason Samenow | October 27, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: The Return of Sunshine

By Brian Jackson We'll be drying out quickly after our shot of rain yesterday and the weekend will end with fine weather. The front that brought moderate rains to the region has moved off the coast. High pressure is now...

By Brian Jackson | October 26, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Update: Rain Gives Way to Sunny Sunday

It took a little while to get started, but otherwise today's rain -- the first measurable one since Oct. 1 -- went off pretty much as forecast, with many areas from the District toward points north and west receiving between...

By Dan Stillman | October 25, 2008; 07:25 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Showery Day To End Dry Streak

Becoming sunny tomorrow; cold next week Not since the first of the month has it rained more than a trace; but this 23-day rain shutout ends today. Showers will continue intermittently, with the chance of a gusty thunderstorm late in...

By Jason Samenow | October 25, 2008; 10:20 AM ET | Comments (11)

PM Update: Now for Something Different ... Rain!

Showery Saturday, some afternoon storms possible Today has been a bit of a change of pace compared to all the sunny days seen recently, and our three-week streak with no measurable rain is about to end. As a storm approaches...

By Ian Livingston | October 24, 2008; 05:25 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Wet Saturday; Not Bad Before and After

Rain moves in tonight Saturday is gonna be wet, yet somewhat mild too. Today and Sunday have decent weather on tap, with Sunday likely being a little warmer than we've seen recently. Highs in the 50s make their return as...

By Camden Walker | October 24, 2008; 10:55 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Dry Spell Hits Homestretch

Transitional day Friday as storm system approaches Programming note: As some of you may have noticed, commenting now requires registration. We really don't have anything to say that the lovely Dan Steinberg at the DC Sports Bog hasn't already said...

By Ian Livingston | October 23, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: The Proverbial Calm Before the Storm

Dry today but rainy & breezy late Friday and Saturday You might think of today's weather as the calm before the impending weekend storm system. But a vigorous storm system approaching from the west will tap moisture from the Gulf...

By Josh Larson | October 23, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (15)

PM Update: Breezes to Slacken But Cold Remains

Sunny Thursday with more below-average temperatures Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this image bigger on our Weather Wall. Despite full sunshine, temperatures in...

By Ian Livingston | October 22, 2008; 03:05 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: A Wind-Chilled Wednesday; Still No Rain

But rain a good bet for Saturday Yesterday was the 20th day in a row with no measurable rain recorded at National, Dulles or BWI airports. That streak will likely reach 23, before a pretty good chance of rain arrives...

By Dan Stillman | October 22, 2008; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Time to Think Wind Chill Factor?

Lots of sun Wednesday with below-average temperatures A dry cold front that passed through the area during the midday has left some gusty (as high as 30 to 35 mph) west and northwest winds in its wake. Temperatures that reached...

By Ian Livingston | October 21, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Crisp Cool Continues

And weekend washout still looms Yet another cold front is on the way. This one is forecast to be dry, but will still be responsible for stronger breezes and drier humidity during the day. As a result, the National Weather...

By Matt Rogers | October 21, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Cool Fall Weather Continues

Briefly warmer Tuesday with gusty winds expected late Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this image bigger on our Weather Wall. After a very...

By Ian Livingston | October 20, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Fall in Full Effect

The indicators of fall are unveiling themselves each and every day. Today, many areas will see their first freezing temperatures and frost. Throughout the week ahead, the warm, sunny days and clear, crisp nights will help colorful foliage emerge with...

By Jason Samenow | October 20, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: The Daily Dry

*Freeze Warning tonight north and west of the District* *Frost Advisory for the close-in suburbs, the District and points east* No measurable rain has fallen since the first of the month, and rain chances will be scarce to non-existent for...

By Jason Samenow | October 19, 2008; 08:00 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Autumn Takes Hold

by Brian Jackson *Freeze Watch late Sunday night and Monday morning north and west of the District* After enjoying a super warm week, I suppose we have to pay our dues with the arrival of cooler weather. However, a few...

By Brian Jackson | October 18, 2008; 11:55 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Get Out Your Cool-Season Gear

Mostly sunny and continued chilly Saturday Temperatures: Current area temperatures. Powered by Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click icons for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. See map bigger on...

By Ian Livingston | October 17, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Finally Feelin' Like Fall

Daytime highs down about 20 degrees Finally, autumn arrives in full force. After a full week of highs in the upper 70s to low 80s, we drop down to mainly the 60s for the forseeable future. Gradually we'll see more...

By Camden Walker | October 17, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: Cold Front Poised to Dislodge Warmth

Mostly sunny and much cooler Friday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this image bigger on our Weather Wall. A cold front now approaching...

By Ian Livingston | October 16, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Coolest Weather of Season On Its Way

Our recent remarkable warmth, (temperatures have averaged nearly 10 degrees warmer than normal over the past week), will linger for one more day -- today. But a cold front pushing through later today will bring this warmth to an abrupt...

By Josh Larson | October 16, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

PM Update: Abnormal October "Heat" Continues

One more warm day Thursday, shower chance late Temperatures: Current area temperatures. Powered by Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click icons for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. See map...

By Ian Livingston | October 15, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Warm Weather's Last Stand?

Much cooler air on its way for Friday and beyond Our recent stretch of mild days with highs in the mid 70s to low 80s began Thursday of last week and will continue through tomorrow. If you're a warm weather...

By Dan Stillman | October 15, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Autumn Warmth Persists

Partly sunny Wednesday, above-average temperatures Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this image bigger on our Weather Wall. If you like blue skies and...

By Ian Livingston | October 14, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Seasonal Sampler

Some summer and then some autumn A warm ridge in the upper atmosphere is wholly responsible for the very warm October weather that should continue to affect our area through Thursday. The Washington DC normal high temperature now is only...

By Matt Rogers | October 14, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Summery Sunshine Sticks Around

Cooling trend late week Columbus Day will feel a lot more like Labor Day as temperatures climb to around 80 degrees. This unseasonably warm weather will continue for the next several days. Later this week, cooler air will gradually filter...

By Jason Samenow | October 13, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Nothing But Blue Skies...

by Brian Jackson The sun will continue to smile on everyone, adding to an already pleasant long weekend for the majority of us. We'll be seeing afternoon highs about 10 degrees above normal for this time of year, along with...

By Brian Jackson | October 12, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Outstanding Outdoors

This holiday weekend gifts us a trio of nice days, with beautiful sunshine throughout. Temperatures will reach the upper 70s to near 80 each afternoon, which is about 6-10 degrees above average. What a great time to spend some time...

By Jason Samenow | October 11, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: Clear, Calm and Comfortable

Beautiful conditions continue on Saturday Temperatures: Current area temperatures. Powered by Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click icons for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. See map bigger on our...

By Ian Livingston | October 10, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Weather Stays Warm & Worry-Free

Sun and more sun for this weekend -- just like the last one. We are in the midst of yet another mostly dry streak with only 0.04" of rain at National Airport for the month thus far (compared to the...

By Camden Walker | October 10, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Autumn's Cool Down Takes a Break

Near-perfect conditions expected Friday Temperatures: Current area temperatures. Powered by Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click icons for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. See map bigger on our Weather...

By Ian Livingston | October 9, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: After Today, A Sunny & Warm Display

Although October has featured slightly below average temperatures and we'll have to contend with clouds and possible showers today, a sprawling ridge of high pressure will build over the area by Friday. This weather pattern will foster abundant sunshine and...

By Josh Larson | October 9, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Thickening Clouds; A Shower or Two?

Variably cloudy and warmer Thursday Radar: Latest regional radar loop shows movement of precipitation over past two hours. Powered by HAMweather. Refresh page to update. Click here to see radar bigger. Or see radar bigger on our Weather Wall. Morning...

By Ian Livingston | October 8, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Mother Nature's Bail Out Already Working

For the most part, a continuation of pleasant weather We may not know the economic impact of Congress's "rescue plan" for quite a while. But Mother Nature's bail out is already paying dividends in the D.C. area in the form...

By Dan Stillman | October 8, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Clear Skies and Cool Temperatures

Pleasant conditions continue Wednesday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this image bigger on our Weather Wall. Following one of the chillier mornings of...

By Ian Livingston | October 7, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: The Weather Market Stays Stable

Calm weather contrasts with economic turmoil The economy and weather are often equated due to their volatility and unpredictable nature. But compared to Wall Street's roller coaster ride over the past few weeks, our local weather has been remarkably tranquil...

By Matt Rogers | October 7, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Clouds to Break for Chilly Overnight

Mostly sunny and cool on Tuesday Clouds: Latest mid-Atlantic infrared satellite loop, courtesy Unisys. Click here to expand. Refresh page to update. A fair amount of mid and high-level cloudiness throughout the day has kept temperatures a little lower than...

By Ian Livingston | October 6, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Fall to Keep Feeling Fantastic

Arguably our area's finest weather comes in late April to mid-May and mid-September to mid-October. That's when we see the best chance of dry, warm days and clear, refreshing nights in extended stretches. We're in such a stretch now, so...

By Jason Samenow | October 6, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Beautiful Sunday Sunshine

By Brian Jackson We'll take this fine weather any time we can get it, and this time it isn't going anywhere. Mostly sunny skies and mild temperatures will greet us daily through late in the coming week. Our next chance...

By Brian Jackson | October 5, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Fall at its Finest

For at least the next five days, wonderful weather will wow Washington. The forecast is simple, short, and sweet: the days will be partly to mostly sunny with highs mainly 70-75 and the nights will be clear and cool with...

By Jason Samenow | October 4, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Autumnal Weather Perfected

Spectacular Saturday on tap Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this image bigger on our Weather Wall. We have entered into another stretch of...

By Ian Livingston | October 3, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Awesome Weather Arrives for Weekend

Sun and more sun for this weekend. I say let's soak it up! After all, we paid for this weather with our recent, needed rains. We'll have cool mornings with lows in the 40s and 50s, and comfy afternoons with...

By Camden Walker | October 3, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (13)

PM Update: Some Early-Season Chill Tonight

Partly sunny and quite nice Friday Temperatures: Current area temperatures. Powered by Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click icons for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. See map bigger on...

By Ian Livingston | October 2, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (13)

Forecast: Ahhh...That Fall Feeling

After a warmer than normal end to September, as Dan mentioned yesterday, you'll notice a distinct fall-like chill in the air over the next few days as temperatures return to normal to slightly below normal levels. The pattern, for the...

By Josh Larson | October 2, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

PM Update: Briefly Showery, Drying to Follow

Cool and dry on Thursday Radar: Latest regional radar loop shows movement of precipitation over past two hours. Powered by HAMweather. Refresh page to update. Click here to see radar bigger. Or see radar bigger on our Weather Wall. Numerous...

By Ian Livingston | October 1, 2008; 02:55 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: October Opens on Cooling Note

Welcome to October -- my favorite weather month of the year. The first full month of fall typically brings an end to hot and humid days, some stretches of refreshingly dry air with crisp morning lows and room-temperature highs, and...

By Dan Stillman | October 1, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

Severe Storms Moving Through Area

Cool down begins Wednesday 7:45 PM: A cluster of strong storms -- with frequent lightning and capable of producing small hail and winds in excess of 60 mph -- will move west to east across the immediate metro area over...

By Ian Livingston | September 30, 2008; 07:45 PM ET | Comments (36)

Forecast: A Rumbler Then a Tumbler

T'storms possible today; temperature plummet to follow Well, we've recently had a taste of summer-like tropical humidity, now we're just a day away from a full serving of crisp, dry fall. Southerly winds ahead of a cold front today should...

By Matt Rogers | September 30, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

PM Update: Some Clouds, But Still Dry For Now

Warm, a little muggy Tuesday; showers or storms late Clouds: Latest mid-Atlantic infrared satellite loop, courtesy Unisys. Click here to expand. Refresh page to update. After an unsettled few days, today has been a nice respite. High pressure building in...

By Ian Livingston | September 29, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Delightful Drying

Showers late tomorrow; cool weather arrives Wednesday Say goodbye to the sticky, showery weather of the past several days. Winds from the northwest will dry us out today into the first part of tomorrow. A cold front will bring another...

By Jason Samenow | September 29, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Rain Chances Linger

Drier then cooler weather on the horizon By Brian Jackson Spotty wet weather continues for one more day. Today will be quite similar to yesterday, cloudy and muggy, with a few showers around and about. A return to nice weather...

By Brian Jackson | September 28, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Showery Saturday

Slow clearing late Sunday Intermittent showers will continue pivoting through the metro region into Sunday. During the second half of Sunday, the persistent cloud cover may finally break and some sunshine may break out, especially to the south. But it...

By Jason Samenow | September 27, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

PM Update: Unsettled Conditions Continue

More showers possible Saturday Low pressure moving further inland along the Carolina border continues feeding a moist and dreary air mass into the area. Throughout the day, spotty light rain and areas of drizzle have kept things damp. Temperatures have...

By Ian Livingston | September 26, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Dank and Damp but Better by Sunday

Clouds, showers, and breeze-chilled temperatures (at times) will remain constant in the region until Saturday night. Rain chances lessen as sun chances increase on Sunday. The trend toward upper 70s and fewer clouds will continue from Sunday through a splendid...

By Camden Walker | September 26, 2008; 10:15 AM ET | Comments (12)

PM Update: Rain, Gusty Winds Spread Across Area

Occasional showers continue on Friday *Wind Advisory until midnight east of D.C.* *Gale Warning until 6 a.m. Friday for tidal Potomac, Chesapeake Bay* *Coastal Flood Advisory until 6 a.m. Friday for tidal Potomac, western Bay shore* Low pressure moving toward...

By Ian Livingston | September 25, 2008; 02:25 PM ET | Comments (16)

Forecast: Stormy End to Week

Clouds, wind & rain likely through Saturday *Wind Advisory until midnight east of D.C.* *Gale Warning until 6 a.m. Friday for tidal Potomac, Chesapeake Bay* *Coastal Flood Advisory until 6 a.m. Friday for tidal Potomac, western Bay shore* In light...

By Josh Larson | September 25, 2008; 08:15 AM ET | Comments (18)

PM Update: Beautiful Stretch of Weather Ending

Conditions go downhill on Thursday *High Wind Watch in effect Thurs. for higher terrain to the W and NW* *Gale Warning for Tidal Potomac, Chesapeake Bay Thurs. into Fri.* *Coastal Flood Watch in effect Thurs. along Bay, Eastern Shore.* Clouds:...

By Ian Livingston | September 24, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Quiet Weather to Finally Make Noise

Sunshine today; clouds, rain and wind tomorrow Another day, another Nice Day Sun. That's the way it's gone as of late around these parts, and that trend continues today. But the pattern finally breaks tomorrow thanks to a slow-moving coastal...

By Dan Stillman | September 24, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Early Autumn at Its Best

Wonderful weather continues Wednesday Temperatures: Current area temperatures. Powered by Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click icons for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. See map bigger on our Weather...

By Ian Livingston | September 23, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Rain Looms at Week's End

Tip top weather through tomorrow Our stellar series of excellent D.C. days should carry on for at least two more today and tomorrow. Comfortable highs in the 70s and lots of sunshine will prevail through midweek. But I'm hearing more...

By Matt Rogers | September 23, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

PM Update: A Pleasant Transition Into Fall

More beautiful weather Tuesday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See this image bigger on our Weather Wall. The first day of fall has brought...

By Ian Livingston | September 22, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: An Amazing Autumn Arrival

Late-week rain threat For the past week, we've enjoyed glorious fall weather even before the actual arrival of the season. With the official start of autumn at 11:44 a.m. today, our fine stretch of weather won't miss a beat. Expect...

By Jason Samenow | September 22, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Continued Comfortable

By Brian Jackson Today and tomorrow will be slightly warmer than recent days with highs approaching 80, but the weather will remain sunny and dry. What a way to bring in the new autumn season! A dry cold front passing...

By Brian Jackson | September 21, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: No End to Nice Weather Near

Our amazing stretch of dry, pleasant weather continues today, tomorrow and well into next week. It's all thanks to a persistent area of high pressure to the north which is feeding refreshing Canadian air southward and blocking storminess. This...

By Jason Samenow | September 20, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Delightful Conclusion to Work Week

Mostly sunny, a little warmer Saturday Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click icons for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. See this map bigger on...

By Ian Livingston | September 19, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Amazing Autumnal Weather

Everyone has a different definition of perfect weather. But surely our current pattern must satisfy the criteria of many. Afternoon highs over the next several days will range from the low 70s to near 80. Morning lows will be cool,...

By Camden Walker | September 19, 2008; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Cool Air Reinforcements Arrive

Mostly sunny, below-average temperatures on Friday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. See our Weather Wall for a larger version of this image. Plenty of...

By Ian Livingston | September 18, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Sunshine as Far as the Eye can See

If you're a fair weather friend then the weather over the coming days will simply delight you. A sprawling area of high pressure overhead will keep clouds and rain out of the forecast. It will also lead to mostly sunny...

By Josh Larson | September 18, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Pleasantly Cool Conditions Persist

Thursday promises more nice weather Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click icons for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. See this map bigger on our...

By Ian Livingston | September 17, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Summer Slowly Slips Away

Weather pattern locks into mild days, cool nights, no rain Was Sunday's scorcher the last gasp of summer 2008? More and more the answer is looking like a yes, as highs aren't likely to make it much past 80 in...

By Dan Stillman | September 17, 2008; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Clouds Break, Cool Readings Remain

Partly sunny and pleasantly cool Tuesday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. Fairly thick morning clouds are giving way to breaks of sunshine this afternoon...

By Ian Livingston | September 16, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Carbon Copycast

Little change in forecast for next several days A big blob of high pressure will stretch from the Southern Plains to the Northeast through the rest of the week, into the weekend and even into next week. We'll spend most...

By Matt Rogers | September 16, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Signs of Fall Return

Partly sunny and pleasantly cool Tuesday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. The unbearable heat and humidity of the weekend has been swept away today...

By Ian Livingston | September 15, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Consistent Comfort Coming

A cool front glides through the region very early this morning, stirring up the winds and slowly, but surely, drying out our recently sultry air. By tomorrow, high pressure builds into the region initiating a stretch of mild, rain-free...

By Jason Samenow | September 15, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Stifling Heat Takes a Parting Shot

By Brian Jackson Summer heat isn't done with our region quite yet. Winds from the south will pump heat and humidity into the mid-Atlantic today, raising our temperatures to July/August levels. Relief comes late Monday when a cold front passes...

By Brian Jackson | September 14, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Return to Summer Stickiness

Muggy, mid-summer like weather is back this weekend. Today and especially tomorrow will be warm and very humid. On the plus side, outside some spotty showers this morning, the chances of rain are pretty low through Monday, when the...

By Jason Samenow | September 13, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Some Rain to End the Work Week

Warm start to the weekend Saturday Radar: Latest regional radar loop shows movement of precipitation over past two hours. Powered by HAMweather. Refresh page to update. Click here to enlarge and expand. Or see image bigger on our Weather Wall....

By Ian Livingston | September 12, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: A Summery September Weekend

The D.C. area will see the sun battling the clouds over the next several days. With the exception of Sunday, Friday through Monday will be susceptible to showers and storms, but no day looks like a washout. Temperatures are on...

By Camden Walker | September 12, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: More Gray Skies Are Coming

Some rain possible Friday; Ike storm surge threatens Tx. Much like yesterday, clouds of this morning have decreased across much of the area throughout the day providing at least partial sunshine to most locations. Temperatures are mostly in the mid...

By Ian Livingston | September 11, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (16)

Forecast: Cool Today; Then Warmer & More Humid

Clouds & spotty showers this weekend Though temperatures this month thus far have averaged almost 5 degrees above normal, a cool breeze from the east and clouds hold keep temperatures below normal today. Clouds will also feature prominently into the...

By Josh Larson | September 11, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Cool Weather to Continue Another Day

Morning clouds, afternoon sun on Thursday Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. Morning clouds burned off quite...

By Ian Livingston | September 10, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: A Pair of Pleasant 70s

Humidity waiting in the wings for weekend The last time the high temperature at Reagan National Airport failed to reach 80 degrees two days in a row with no measurable rain on either day was May 24-25. I think we...

By Dan Stillman | September 10, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

PM Update: Showers Begin to Usher in Cooler Air

Wednesday brings a taste of autumn Radar: Latest mid-Atlantic radar loop shows movement of precipitation over past two hours. Click here or on image to enlarge. Refresh page to update or restart animation. Powered by HAMweather. Clouds efficiently blocked the...

By Ian Livingston | September 9, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Cold Front Coming With Showers, Storms

Some thunderstorms today could be strong or severe *Flash Flood Watch in Effect through this evening* *Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect until 4 p.m. cancelled except for eastern counties-- nastiest storms northeast of our immediate area* A significant cold front...

By Matt Rogers | September 9, 2008; 01:30 PM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Pleasant Today, Stormy Tomorrow

Some thunderstorms may be strong on Tuesday Sunshine and a south wind have combined to create a warm but pleasant day with highs mostly in the mid 80s. Humidity levels have moved up a bit since yesterday, but are still...

By Ian Livingston | September 8, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Week Begins with Summer Warmth

Taste of Fall Two Days Away Highs in the 70s. If you didn't need enough reminders that the summer blew by way too fast, the forecast for Wednesday and Thursday might be the dagger. But before the crisp fall-like air...

By Jason Samenow | September 8, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Drying Out After Deluge

By Brian Jackson Heavy Rain Forces Evacuations, Causes Floods Across Area Mother Nature gives us a couple of days to dry out from the tropical rains that drenched the area yesterday. High pressure in Hanna's wake builds in and gives...

By Brian Jackson | September 7, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

Rain to Exit Stage Right; Winds Hang On

Numerous road closures, power outages *Tropical Storm Warning near and east of I-95.* *Flood Warning for urban areas and small streams in D.C., Montgomery, and Loudoun Counties until 9 p.m.* Hanna Live Updates Blog (up to the minute) | Track...

By Dan Stillman | September 6, 2008; 05:25 PM ET | Comments (21)

Hanna Deals a Saturday Soaker; End in Sight

Numerous road closures; Never cross a flooded road *Tropical Storm Warning near and east of I-95.* *Wind Advisory for north and west suburbs until 11 p.m.* *Flash Flood Watch for metro area through this evening* *Flash Flood Warning for D.C.,...

By Dan Stillman | September 6, 2008; 02:25 PM ET | Comments (45)

Hanna Not Quite a Hurricane as Showers Approach

Ike and Josephine on Hanna's Heels *Tropical Storm Warning issued for metro area and Eastern shore.* *Flash Flood Watch for metro area Saturday morning through evening* Clouds associated with Tropical Storm Hanna -- as of 5 p.m. a strong tropical...

By Capital Weather Gang | September 5, 2008; 05:35 PM ET | Comments (27)

Hanna On Course to Pound Region Saturday

Rain odds up tonight; heavy rain & strong winds Saturday *Tropical Storm Warning issued for metro area and Eastern shore.* *Flash Flood Watch for metro area Saturday morning through afternoon* Satellite image of Hanna, positioned east of Florida, at 2...

By Capital Weather Gang | September 5, 2008; 02:40 PM ET | Comments (27)

Hanna Heading to Region With Heavy Rains, Wind

Partly sunny today; wind-swept rain tomorrow *Tropical Storm Warning issued for metro area and Eastern shore.* *Flash Flood Watch for metro area Saturday morning through afternoon* As partly to mostly sunny morning skies help area temperatures rise toward highs in...

By Capital Weather Gang | September 5, 2008; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (41)

PM Update: Still Hot as Hanna Moves Closer

Increasing chance of rain Friday *5 p.m. update: Tropical Storm Watch in effect for Washington, D.C., Tidal Potomac, Chesapeake and Delaware Bay, and Va./Md./De. beaches* *Flash Flood Watch in effect for entire metro area. Potential for 3-6" of rain Saturday...

By Ian Livingston | September 4, 2008; 05:10 PM ET | Comments (21)

Forecast: Heat & Humidity Precede Hanna

Wet, windy & stormy late Friday into Saturday? Though temperatures today will be similar to yesterday's -- into the mid 90s -- the increase in humidity may well presage Tropical Storm Hanna's effects on the D.C. area beginning late Friday...

By Josh Larson | September 4, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

PM Update: Heat Continues Ahead of Hanna

More humid Thursday; Hanna threatens an active Saturday Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. Wall to wall...

By Ian Livingston | September 3, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (23)

Forecast: Summer Heat for Now. A Nasty Saturday?

Hanna's impact on D.C. area still uncertain Gustav: No Easy Road Home | Track Hanna Between the busy tropics, political party conventions and schools back in session, the world is alive with activity as of late. Yet there's a calm...

By Dan Stillman | September 3, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (17)

PM Update: Cloud Free and Rather Toasty

Continued sunny and hot on Wednesday September is generally the beginning of the end of heat around the area but the next few days won't play by those rules. Today's highs are running about 5-8 degrees above average, as most...

By Ian Livingston | September 2, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Some Summer in September

Brief bout of heat about; Here comes Hanna? New Orleans Appears To Avoid Disaster | Interactive Tropical Tracking Map The Labor Day weekend was spectacular around the area, especially on Sunday and Monday. But the atmospheric thermostat is going a...

By Matt Rogers | September 2, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (24)

Forecast: Sunny Skies for Several Days

While the Gulf coast of Louisiana contends with the wrath of Gustav, Washingtonians are fortunate to sit high and dry this Labor Day. Both because it's a holiday and our coverage is focusing on Gustav, I'll keep the forecast narrative...

By Jason Samenow | September 1, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Fantastic Foreseeable Future

By Brian Jackson A stretch of very nice weather takes hold of our region today, just in time to salvage the remainder of the long weekend. This sunny, warm weather will dominate the mid-Atlantic landscape through the coming week. Still,...

By Brian Jackson | August 31, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Shower Chance Saturday, Sunny Sunday

Lovely Labor Day Over the last several days, the metro area picked up roughly 0.7-1.2" of much-needed rain - with locally higher amounts. Today, we get one last chance to reduce the August rainfall deficit. But unless we receive a...

By Jason Samenow | August 30, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Gray Skies and Damp Conditions

Warmer Saturday, still unsettled Another cloudy and damp day has unfolded across the region. Most of the heavier showers are now departing the area to the northeast, but some spotty rain and drizzle is still possible this afternoon and evening....

By Ian Livingston | August 29, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Dank & Damp Giving Way to Delightful

Partly to mostly cloudy skies along with a chance of showers and storms will pester us through Saturday night. A pesky easterly flow keeping it dismal at times today into tomorrow morning. But fortunes change on Sunday. We turn back...

By Camden Walker | August 29, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

PM Update: Isolated Showers, Continued Cool

Warmer, some sun on Friday Clouds and rain that dominated much of the morning have let up a bit this afternoon as some showers continue to dot the area, especially across western sections. Highs have reached the upper 60s and...

By Ian Livingston | August 28, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Overcast, Showery End to the Week

More sun, warmer weather expected this weekend With the area of low pressure related to the remnants of Fay spinning to our south and west, we can expect plenty of clouds over the next 36 hours along with periodic showers...

By Josh Larson | August 28, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (13)

PM Update: Showers to Finally Arrive?

More clouds, chance of showers, Thursday Cloudy, cool conditions continue today as highs reach the mid-to-upper 70s downtown and to the north and east, and low-to-mid 70s south and west of town. The rainy remnants of Tropical Storm Fay have...

By Ian Livingston | August 27, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (21)

Forecast: Will Fay Fulfill Forecast Fantasy?

Fantasy Forecast: The remnants of Fay bring gentle, soaking rains today and tomorrow, wiping out this month's precipitation shortfall -- so far this August, National Airport has seen only 20% of its typical rainfall. Then, sunshine and comfortable warmth take...

By Dan Stillman | August 27, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (18)

PM Update: Cool and Somewhat Cloudy

Increasing odds of showers Wednesday Cooler and drier air has settled into the area for the time being, and highs in the upper 70s to near 80 today are more comparable to averages for mid-September. Cloudiness that held tough through...

By Ian Livingston | August 26, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: A Winning Ticket -- Sun and Rain?

Nice today, then after a long delay, the remnants of Fay Yes, today is forecast to be a wonderful addition to our week with low humidity, cool northerly breezes, highs only near 80, and partly sunny skies. But the big...

By Matt Rogers | August 26, 2008; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (11)

PM Update: Heat Today, Gone Tomorrow

September-like conditions return Tuesday Under variable clouds today, temperatures have risen into the upper 80s and low 90s across the area. This is day 28 of 90 degrees or higher at National Airport, very near our June-August average. For the...

By Ian Livingston | August 25, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Rain Chances Ramp Up

Our 10-day dry streak has a one-in-three chance of ending today when a passing cold front possibly scatters some afternoon showers and thunderstorms in the metro region. If we don't manage to receive any rain today, odds increase Wednesday-Friday as...

By Jason Samenow | August 25, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Dry and Warm Doldrums

Rainy change on the horizon? By Brian Jackson While it's more of the same dry weather today, we may find some meaningful rain in our future. Tropical moisture, from the remnants of Fay, will likely hitch a ride along some...

By Brian Jackson | August 24, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Worry-free Weekend Weather

August's dry weather pattern will hold strong through the weekend. That's a good thing for all the outdoor events happening around town, but a bad thing for moisture-starved vegetation. Some wet weather could finally return to the region next week...

By Jason Samenow | August 23, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Wash, Rinse, Repeat

Pleasant weather persists; Mild and partly sunny Saturday Summer high pressure often brings hazy, humid, and hot conditions to the area -- not this time. A long easterly fetch across the Atlantic is bringing us an afternoon with deep blue...

By Ian Livingston | August 22, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Exceptional Eighties

Hopes for rain stay south with Fay Today will again be sunny with highs in the 80s. And dry. The whole weekend will be dry in fact. And in the 80s. Is it getting repetitive yet?! We could certainly use...

By Camden Walker | August 22, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

PM Update: Clear Skies and Mild Temperatures

Friday ends work week on sunny and warm note Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. Another day of haze-free blue skies and low humidity levels...

By Ian Livingston | August 21, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Too Good to be True

Near-ideal August weather lingers through weekend Why do I have a nagging feeling that we're going to pay for this continued very pleasant weather (for August) with lots of 90s in September? Despite the fact that we need rain --...

By Josh Larson | August 21, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (29)

PM Update: Summer Delivers Nice Weather

Thursday promises more of the same Some stubborn high clouds that have covered portions of the area are now giving way to increasingly sunny skies. Highs are reaching the low 80s just about everywhere and humidity levels are way down...

By Ian Livingston | August 20, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: High Pressure Keeps Fay Away

Next few days as nice as August gets Sure, this summer has had its usual fair share of heat and humidity. But it has also been marked by several significant stretches of comfortable temperatures and refreshingly dry air. Another such...

By Dan Stillman | August 20, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

PM Update: Brief Heat Begins Retreat

Mostly sunny and beautiful on Wednesday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. Today is day 27 of 90 degrees or higher at National Airport this...

By Ian Livingston | August 19, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: High and Dry

Weather to cool after today, needed rains elusive As readers have pointed out on these pages, the nice weather in the past few weeks has come at a price: drier than normal weather. Through the first two-thirds of August, Reagan...

By Matt Rogers | August 19, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

PM Update: Return of Summer Heat

Sunny and hot on Tuesday During most August days, temperatures near or above 90 are nothing to mention. However, since it's been over 10 days since these readings last appeared, today's highs in the upper 80s and low 90s are...

By Ian Livingston | August 18, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: A Hint of Heat

Fay's remnants *may* bring late week rain For the first time in almost two weeks, afternoon highs should rise above 90 today. We'll have another hot one over 90 tomorrow, before 80s return for the rest of the week. While...

By Jason Samenow | August 18, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Warm and Dry, Again and Again

Effects from Fay on Friday? By Brian Jackson The upcoming forecast is, quite frankly, a repetitive one. I apologize beforehand for sounding like a broken record. High pressure will hold at least through Wednesday meaning sunny and warm will be...

By Brian Jackson | August 17, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (12)

Forecast: Wonderful Weekend Warmth

What a weekend to be either at the beach or just relaxing here in Washington. Rain chances are nil, the sun will shine, humidity will be held in check, and a light, pleasant breeze will blow. Summer weather doesn't get...

By Jason Samenow | August 16, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

CommuteCast: More Scattered Showers, Storms

Gorgeous Saturday shaping up Didn't get your fill of showery/stormy weather yesterday? Fear not, you have another shot today. An approaching cold front is helping to fire up showers and thunderstorms, which will be scattered about the area into the...

By Ian Livingston | August 15, 2008; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Friday Storms Before a Nice Weekend

Today will be the least desirable day of the next three. But once we get past any showers or storms this afternoon and evening, the weekend should be partly to mostly sunny and not humid, with pretty much no chance...

By Camden Walker | August 15, 2008; 11:30 AM ET | Comments (8)

CommuteCast: Numerous Showers & Storms

Warm on Friday, more storminess late? 7:00 PM: The severe thunderstorm watch has been cancelled for D.C. and locations to the west as storminess has now moved off to the east of the region. Although counties just east of D.C....

By Ian Livingston | August 14, 2008; 07:00 PM ET | Comments (21)

Forecast: Nothing to Complain About for August

Scattered t'storms possible today & tomorrow As Dan said yesterday, our recent stretch of "ridiculously nice" weather is coming to an end; there is no need to fret, however, as conditions over the next several days will be perfectly reasonable...

By Josh Larson | August 14, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

CommuteCast: Some Showers or Storms?

More of the same on Thursday Partly sunny skies of this morning are now giving way to more in the way of clouds, while temperatures rise to highs mainly in the mid 80s. The return of a wind from the...

By Ian Livingston | August 13, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Ridiculously Nice Weather Retreats

Humidity stays mostly in check, storm chances back My fellow CWG forecasters have used "splendid," "gold medal, "magnificent," "superb," "beautiful," "picture perfect" and "worry-free" to describe our recent stretch of ridiculously nice weather (sorry... I was feeling left out). Praise...

By Dan Stillman | August 13, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (12)

CommuteCast: Splendid Summer Weather

Partly sunny Wednesday, shower/storm late? Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. Superb summertime conditions continue today as mostly clear skies lead to highs largely in...

By Ian Livingston | August 12, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast of Champions!

Gold medal weather continues Yesterday's high temperature of 81 is considered normal for September 9th, not August 11th. When you have September weather in the middle of what should be the dog days of August, then you definitely have gold...

By Matt Rogers | August 12, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

CommuteCast: Comfortably Cool

Warmer, still beautiful on Tuesday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. Following scattered storminess of yesterday, incredible weather for August settled back into the area...

By Ian Livingston | August 11, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Make Way for a Magnificent Monday

What a day to kick off the week: sunshine, low humidity and a divine breeze. Take a long lunch break for restaurant week and dine alfresco. Humidity will gradually increase this week, but should fall short of muggy. Storminess should...

By Jason Samenow | August 11, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Unsettled Sunday Afternoon

It will feel almost spring-like today and tomorrow across our area. Temperatures barely above 80 with low humidity? Not really what one would expect during early August in the mid-Atlantic. Still we'll have a chance for storms today, despite the...

By Brian Jackson | August 10, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: September-like Splendor

Seldom will we experience a finer day in early August than today. Conditions will be more characteristic of early September. The air will be delightfully warm and dry and we'll enjoy a pleasant breeze. Tomorrow's weather won't be of today's...

By Jason Samenow | August 9, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

CommuteCast: A September Preview; Shower?

More delightful conditions on Saturday Radar: Latest mid-Atlantic radar loop from the National Weather Service. Click on image to expand, or here to zoom. Refresh page to update. What's UTC? High temperatures in the low-to-mid 80s -- a few degrees...

By Ian Livingston | August 8, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Refreshing Weekend Air; Stray T'storm?

Mostly good things ahead for us going into the weekend. Other than the chance of an isolated shower or thunderstorm late today and late Sunday, today through Monday will be pleasantly warm, partly to mostly sunny, and without a hint...

By Camden Walker | August 8, 2008; 08:55 AM ET | Comments (6)

CommuteCast: A Few Storms Possible

Mostly sunny Friday, temps again near average Scattered midday thunderstorms, some of which blew down trees and power lines, have moved to the southeast as new showers and thunderstorms develop to the northwest and track in our general direction. Most...

By Ian Livingston | August 7, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Cooler, Less Humid Through Weekend

A few t'storms today; then decreasing rain chances After the passage of a weak cold front, both temperatures and humidity levels today will be noticeably more comfortable than yesterday. Better yet, these lowered temperatures and humidity levels will linger on...

By Josh Larson | August 7, 2008; 11:50 AM ET | Comments (17)

CommuteCast: Clear Skies, High Temperatures

Near-average temperatures Thursday Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. Plentiful sunshine today has led to temperatures rising...

By Ian Livingston | August 6, 2008; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Humidity Going on Vacation

Shower and storm chances slim through weekend While high gas prices and airfares have many people staying home this August, humidity is about to take an unusual late-summer vacation. By later today, the dew point (which measures the amount of...

By Dan Stillman | August 6, 2008; 11:20 AM ET | Comments (3)

CommuteCast: Clouds and Isolated Showers

Wednesday warmth as humidity falls Radar: Latest mid-Atlantic radar loop from the National Weather Service. Click on image to expand, or here to zoom. Refresh page to update. What's UTC? After some morning sunshine, clouds and isolated light rain showers...

By Ian Livingston | August 5, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Heating Up, But Nice Weekend Promised

Strong storms possible late today/tonight Knowing full well that Tuesdays and Wednesdays are common "at work" days, Mother Nature decided to offer the most humidity and the best thunderstorm chances on these next two days. Her campaign strategy is clearly...

By Matt Rogers | August 5, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

CommuteCast: Clear Skies and Bearable Humidity

Hot on Tuesday, risk of storms late Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. Mostly sunny skies combined with low levels of humidity have produced another...

By Ian Livingston | August 4, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Heat to Build but not Boil

Over the next several days, temperatures and humidity levels will increase, but they won't get high enough or last long enough to truly give us a heat wave. We're talking about a 48 hour stretch of sweltering stickiness Tuesday and...

By Jason Samenow | August 4, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Pleasant Present, Future Furnace

By Brian Jackson Behind yesterday's cold front, drier air streams in and we'll enjoy a pleasant Sunday and Monday. But heat and humidity lurk. By Tuesday and Wednesday, stifling hot weather will be back. A cold front passing by late...

By Brian Jackson | August 3, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Some Storms for Saturday

Then clearing, less humid *Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8 p.m.* Showers and storms may rumble through the region this morning and more sporadically this afternoon. This evening and tomorrow, much more tranquil weather arrives. Clouds will decrease and the humidity...

By Jason Samenow | August 2, 2008; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Dog Days of August

Late-night storminess? Warm on Saturday Radar: Latest mid-Atlantic radar loop from the National Weather Service. Click on image to expand, or here to zoom. Refresh page to update. What's UTC? Today is day 23 of 90 degrees or higher at...

By Ian Livingston | August 1, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: August Starts Less Humid, Still Hot

Sun and warmth during the day today, along with decreasing humidity, could give way to a few strong storms late tonight. Saturday and Sunday look quiet with humidity kept in check, but still expect the usual midsummer heat. Could it...

By Camden Walker | August 1, 2008; 09:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

CommuteCast: Clouds and Spotty Showers

Less humid, but hot on Friday Widespread cloudiness mixed with occasional light showers put a lid on big temperature rises this afternoon as highs now reach mostly into the mid 80s across the region. The unsettled conditions today can actually...

By Ian Livingston | July 31, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Heat and Humidity Here to Stay

A few showers today; weekend mostly rain-free If you're awaiting significant relief from the current heat and humidity, you're going to have to be quite patient. It's probable that temperatures will be warmer than normal over the next week, along...

By Josh Larson | July 31, 2008; 11:10 AM ET | Comments (8)

CommuteCast: Hot With Scattered Thunder

More heat and humidity for Thursday *Severe Thunderstorm Watch until midnight for metro area* Today has shaped up to be another typical late-July day of high heat and humidity. Partly cloudy skies did not do too much to hold temperatures...

By Ian Livingston | July 30, 2008; 05:00 PM ET | Comments (21)

Forecast: Hot Today. Blowtorch on the Way?

A few p.m. storms today and tomorrow No doubt today's low-to-mid 90s will feel plenty hot. But will temperatures early next week make today's seem like a garden-variety heat? Models are waffling on that answer, and on whether a front...

By Dan Stillman | July 30, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Humidity's Unwelcome Return

Hot and humid Wednesday; storms late? Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. Mostly sunny skies today have...

By Ian Livingston | July 29, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Will the Delayed 90s Finally Arrive?

Fearless forecaster will make another attempt Back on Friday, over the weekend and yesterday, there were gobs of various weather reports forecasting the return to 90-degree weather in the Washington area. But the reality has been that the last time...

By Matt Rogers | July 29, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

CommuteCast: Warm Temperatures, Low Humidity

Heat and humidity poised for comeback Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. Morning clouds that were slow to move out have helped hold temperatures back...

By Ian Livingston | July 28, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Humidity Retreats, but Heat Repeats

Even after strong fronts blow by in late July, the heat seldom noticeably breaks. But thankfully, these fronts can briefly lower the humidity. Behind the front that set off yesterday's gusty storms, today will be one of those low-humidity days....

By Jason Samenow | July 28, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Stormy End To Our Weekend

*Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect until 8 p.m. for metro area.* By Brian Jackson The approach of a cold front heightens thunderstorm chances this afternoon and evening. Some storms may be severe so stay tuned. Before storms begin to affect...

By Brian Jackson | July 27, 2008; 11:45 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Late Storms to Become the Norm

Becoming more humid For the next several days, a nearby front will help to spark some scattered late afternoon and evening thunderstorms. Outside of the storms, it will be partly sunny, with temperatures climbing towards 90 each afternoon. In other...

By Jason Samenow | July 26, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Heat Settles Back Into Area

Hot and more humid Saturday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. We're statistically in the warmest part of the year, so any respites in heat...

By Ian Livingston | July 25, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Storm Chances to Return, But Not Today

As hot as it will be today, you will not think it oppressive. Humidity will not accompany the heat until tomorrow and Sunday. Rain will stay out of the picture today, but storms will threaten over the weekend. TODAY (FRIDAY)...

By Camden Walker | July 25, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: A Much-Deserved Break

Typical July heat returns tomorrow Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. Following storms yesterday, and hot temperatures of the last week, today has shaped up...

By Ian Livingston | July 24, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: A Brief Breath of Bearable Air

Humidity, thunderstorm chances increase this weekend In the wake of last night's deluge and recent humidity, the weather for the next 36 hours will be a welcome treat. Sunshine returns and humidity levels drop from oppressive to tolerable (or even...

By Josh Larson | July 24, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (12)

CommuteCast: Showers Lurk; Some Storms Tonight

*Severe Thunderstorm Watch in Effect Until 11 p.m.* *Flash Flood Watch in Effect Through Thursday Morning* Radar: Latest mid-Atlantic radar loop from the National Weather Service. Click on image to expand, or here to zoom. Refresh page to update. What's...

By Capital Weather Gang | July 23, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (22)

Forecast: Sweaty With Storms. Some Severe?

Becoming sunny and less humid tomorrow *Flash Flood Watch in Effect From 4 p.m. Through Late Tonight* Several ingredients are in place that could spark some strong storms today. These include warm air, high humidity, an approaching cold front, and...

By Dan Stillman | July 23, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (23)

CommuteCast: Steamy Not Yet Stormy

Heavy t'storms possible tonight, tomorrow Radar: Latest mid-Atlantic radar loop from the National Weather Service. Click on image to expand, or here to zoom. Refresh page to update. What's UTC? Storms late this morning caught many of us by surprise...

By Capital Weather Gang | July 22, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Cooler Air Almost There

We are just hours away from what should be our last 90-degree readings of this week. Believe it or not, after what will be seven straight days above the 90-degree threshold, we are finally seeing the end to this July...

By Matt Rogers | July 22, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (14)

CommuteCast: Taking the Heat

Hot tomorrow, storms threaten late Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. Humidity levels dropped a hair today...

By Capital Weather Gang | July 21, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Two More Days of Big Heat

Our streak of consecutive 90+ degree days grows to six as we endure another scorcher today. On the plus side, the streak may end at seven tomorrow with modest relief mid-to-late week. The other piece of good news is...

By Jason Samenow | July 21, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Still Hotter Yet

By Brian Jackson We see no relief from the oppressive heat and humidity today. In fact, today may well bring the worst of it. With Tropical Storm Cristobal off the North Carolina coast and a front to our west, the...

By Brian Jackson | July 20, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: A Hot, Unhealthy Weekend

Watching tropical depression off Carolina coast Over the last four days the temperatures and humidity levels have slowly but relentlessly increased. Today and tomorrow, the miserable mix of heat and humidity may climax, as it will feel like 100 degrees...

By Jason Samenow | July 19, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Hot with Unhealthy Air

More heat this weekend Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. Humidity and bad air quality have decided...

By Jason Samenow | July 18, 2008; 02:30 PM ET | Comments (14)

Forecast: Hot & Muggy Weekend; Sunday Storm?

*Today's air quality forecast: Code Red. How can you help? Take action.* Hot and increasingly muggy will be the theme today through the weekend. Rain could stay out of the picture through most of the weekend. But this is a...

By Camden Walker | July 18, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

CommuteCast: Hot with Humidity Returning

More of the same for Friday Radar: Latest D.C. area radar loop from Weather Underground. Click on image to expand, zoom and for other options. Refresh page to update. 5:30 p.m. update: A very isolated thundershower popped up over downtown....

By Ian Livingston | July 17, 2008; 05:30 PM ET | Comments (12)

Forecast: The Heat is Here, Humidity Coming

P.M. t'storms possible this weekend A mid-summer sun will heat us up today, though humidity levels will remain tolerable. Regrettably, the humidity builds Friday and reaches tropical levels over the weekend. By Sunday, heat indices may near 100. Yuck! Watch...

By Josh Larson | July 17, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

CommuteCast: It's a Dry Heat, For Now

More sun and hot temperatures on Thursday Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. Another day of mostly...

By Ian Livingston | July 16, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Weather Hits Midsummer Stride

Going up? Temperatures and humidity are. It's a familiar feel for those who stick around town this time of year. Traffic is lighter than normal, the office is half-empty, and auto-reply vacation e-mails abound. The weather, too, has hit its...

By Dan Stillman | July 16, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (1)

CommuteCast: Mostly Clear and Warm

A July heat wave looms Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. Mostly sunny skies and low humidity levels have combined to create a lovely mid-summer...

By Ian Livingston | July 15, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: More Heat at Summer's Summit

Today is the meteorological midpoint of the summer season (defined as June through August) and once again there is more hot weather on the horizon. After a relatively cool morning today (especially in the 'burbs), we will be tracking a...

By Matt Rogers | July 15, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Clearing and Comfortable

Humidity reprieve with heat on the horizon Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. Morning cloudiness is giving way to increased sunshine this afternoon, which is...

By Ian Livingston | July 14, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Humidity Goes into Brief Hiding

The humidity bordered on oppressive yesterday but the rains came overnight and now we dry out. Noticeably sticky humidity should off until the coming weekend but we won't get much of a reprieve from the hot weather. While we...

By Jason Samenow | July 14, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Continued Humid, Storms Overnight

By Brian Jackson Most of us will be happy with the way this weekend turned out. We'll have a generally pleasant, albeit warm day to finish out the weekend, and local agriculture will receive a decent shot of moisture overnight...

By Brian Jackson | July 13, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: A Characteristically Hot Weekend

Our weather will behave according to mid-July form this weekend. We'll have the customary heat and humidity both days. Then, to close out the weekend tomorrow evening, a few thunderstorms may rumble through. After some more storms during the first...

By Jason Samenow | July 12, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

CommuteCast: Quiet Summer Weather

Hot and more humid Saturday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. A rather quiet but warm to hot day has shaped up across the area...

By Ian Livingston | July 11, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Hot With Acceptable Humidity, For Now

Muggy on Sunday with storm chances late in the day It will be hot but tolerable over the next few days, with gradually rising humidity. For a change, rain should stay out of the picture through most of the weekend....

By Camden Walker | July 11, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

CommuteCast: Warmth with Low Humidity

Mostly sunny, bordering on hot Friday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. Pleasant summertime conditions returned to the area, on a drying wind, behind the...

By Ian Livingston | July 10, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Humidity on Hiatus, Relief from Rain

Rain chances return Sunday, Monday The cold front that pushed through last night will bring a welcome decrease in humidity levels today, though temperatures will remain about the same. Weak high pressure Friday through the weekend means quite a bit...

By Josh Larson | July 10, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

CommuteCast: Showers and Storms Possible

Mostly sunny, less humid Thursday 6:15 p.m. Update: A line of thunderstorms has developed in central Montgomery County and is moving south and east. This line will likely reach the northern branch of the Beltway -- areas like Bethesda and...

By Ian Livingston | July 9, 2008; 06:15 PM ET | Comments (13)

Forecast: After Storms, Forecast Finally Changes

Storm chances disappear starting tomorrow Our forecasts for all but two of the past 14 days, including today, have carried a chance of showers or thunderstorms. That streak should finally come to an end starting tomorrow, at least for a...

By Dan Stillman | July 9, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Steamy Conditions Continue

Late-day strong storm threat Wednesday Radar: Latest mid-Atlantic radar loop from the National Weather Service. Click on image to expand, or here to zoom. Refresh page to update. What's UTC? Heat and humidity have combined to create uncomfortable heat indices...

By Ian Livingston | July 8, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (18)

Forecast: A Quick Cooker

Only two hot days before next cold front The 90s are back in the city for just a two-day engagement. Today should be the hotter of the two because of more daytime sun (lower 90s mainly). While potentially the hottest...

By Matt Rogers | July 8, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Scattered Showers or Storms

Warmer and sunnier Tuesday Radar: Latest mid-Atlantic radar loop from the National Weather Service. Click on image to expand, or here to zoom. Refresh page to update. What's UTC? Mostly cloudy and muggy conditions continue today as temperatures rise toward...

By Ian Livingston | July 7, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Showery in the Short Term

Late week drying trend Those late afternoon and evening downpours we've all become accustomed to stay in the picture through Wednesday. Could it be that by Thursday you can leave home without the umbrella? Could the upcoming weekend even be...

By Jason Samenow | July 7, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Sun and Showers for Sunday

By Brian Jackson Somewhat unsettled conditions will continue today, and will persist through the first half of the week. At least a chance of rain remains in the forecast through Wednesday. Fortunately, it will rain neither everywhere nor all the...

By Brian Jackson | July 6, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Storm Risk Sticks Around

The weather we experienced yesterday represents a pretty good indicator of what to expect the rest of the weekend: Partly to mostly cloudy skies, warm, humid air, and increasing shower and thunderstorm chances during the afternoon and evening. This...

By Jason Samenow | July 5, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Rain, Lightning a July 4th Threat

Happy July 4th! Regrettably, for the fourth time in the last five years, showers and thunderstorms risk dampening, if not dousing, Independence Day outdoor activities. To make matters worse, the storm potential persists throughout the entire holiday weekend. Several...

By Jason Samenow | July 4, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Heat Returns with Humidity

Natural fireworks to visit on the 4th? Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Refresh page to update. Sure signs of summer...

By Ian Livingston | July 3, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Typical D.C. Summer Weather Returns

Thunderstorm chances for the 4th and weekend. Did you really think it would last? A more southerly flow will put an end to our brief respite from heat and humidity. In its place over the next several days will be...

By Josh Larson | July 3, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

CommuteCast: Dry and Mild

Warmer Thursday as humidity returns Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. July continues to show off its best as yet another beautiful and humidity-free day...

By Ian Livingston | July 2, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Will Fine Weather Last the Fourth?

Nice today. But what about that front on the way? Already, friends and family from far and wide are on their way to Washington for the holiday weekend. But it's a traveler meandering through the Upper Midwest today that piques...

By Dan Stillman | July 2, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

CommuteCast: A Shower or Thundershower

Warm and dry on Wednesday Radar: Latest mid-Atlantic radar loop from the National Weather Service. Click on image to expand, or here to zoom. Refresh page to update. What's UTC? July started on a beautiful note today, helping us move...

By Ian Livingston | July 1, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: A First Class Kind of Day

But Fourth of July outlook may require seat belts After several days of heat, humidity, and some severe thunderstorms, the skies are finally turning friendly today. There may be a bump or two during the afternoon with an isolated shower...

By Matt Rogers | July 1, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

More Showers and Storms

10:15 PM update: Storms are now exiting Prince George's County and entering Anne Arundel County where there's now a Severe Thunderstorm Warning in effect until 11:00 p.m. (along with northeast Prince George's County, where storms remain). These storms will move...

By Ian Livingston | June 30, 2008; 10:15 PM ET | Comments (36)

Forecast: Humidity and Storminess Exit Stage Right

The daily showing of heat, humidity and strong afternoon storms has come to a close. There are rumors a thunderstorm may try to make an encore performance today, but at least the heat and humidity have hit the road....

By Jason Samenow | June 30, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Storms Likely, Threat of Early Fireworks

By Brian Jackson This weekend comes to a stormy end today as a cold front once again approaches the metro area. This will be the focus for developing thunderstorms this afternoon, some of which could pack quite a punch. Be...

By Brian Jackson | June 29, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Sticky and Stormy

All but five days this June have been warmer than average and on nearly half the days we've had thunderstorms. So no one should be surprised by a forecast that features heat and possible storms as we close out...

By Jason Samenow | June 28, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

CommuteCast: Isolated Storms Possible

Hot, humid, more storm chances on Saturday *Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8 p.m.* 5:15 PM Update: Strong storms currently in Montgomery and Loudoun counties will push southeastward into parts of Fairfax County, the District and Prince George's County in the...

By Ian Livingston | June 27, 2008; 05:15 PM ET | Comments (14)

Forecast: That Summer Feel & Sound (Thunder!)

It will be hot and stormy over the next few days. Strong to severe storms are possible Saturday and Sunday along with heat indices around 100 Saturday. Notice how we are approaching mid-summer and mid 90s don't seem to stir...

By Camden Walker | June 27, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Return of the 90s

More hot and humid conditions Friday Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Refresh page to update. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Right on cue, the heat...

By Ian Livingston | June 26, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Hello Again to Heat and Humidity

Thunderstorms possible, especially this weekend Don't let the past few days of seasonable heat and humidity fool you: Temperatures will shoot up into the 90s today along with a palpable increase in humidity as high pressure moves offshore and allows...

By Josh Larson | June 26, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Another Pleasant Evening

Hot Thursday with a risk of storms late Warm temperatures continue today with low (but rising) humidity levels. Highs are now reaching the mid and upper 80s across the region under partly sunny skies. Expect temperatures to fall back through...

By Ian Livingston | June 25, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Umbrella-Free for One More Day

Heat, humidity and storm chances return tomorrow Be honest now. How many of you grabbed your umbrella by reflex this morning? It's nothing to be ashamed of after what seems like an endless series of summer storm chances, most of...

By Dan Stillman | June 25, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

CommuteCast: An Evening Without Storms

Beautiful summertime conditions again tomorrow Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Sick of all the thunderstorms recently? Today is your day! Crystal clear skies (with occasional passing fair-weather cumulus...

By Ian Livingston | June 24, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Humidity's Humble Hiatus

The oft-hated humidity, the source of our heated discomfort and ever-present storminess, will be taking a brief departure today and tomorrow. Since the summer has barely begun, we can hardly tell it 'good riddance' though and indeed, it should be...

By Matt Rogers | June 24, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

Storms Winding Down

*Severe Thunderstorm Watch canceled. ALERTS 10:45 PM: Thunderstorms are now weakening as they head east through southeast Montgomery County and northern Prince George's County towards Anne Arundel County. This should be the last of the storms, with gradual clearing and...

By Ian Livingston | June 23, 2008; 11:00 PM ET | Comments (44)

Forecast: Another Day, Another Storm Threat

Here "the year of the D.C. thunderstorm" goes again. For the third straight day, storms are in the forecast. Fortunately storm chances diminish tomorrow and evaporate Wednesday. But Thursday through at least Saturday, they're back, back again. Going along...

By Jason Samenow | June 23, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Summertime Storms Stick Around

By Brian Jackson Storms are in the forecast again today as somewhat warm and humid conditions clash with an approaching cold front. The chance of storms continues into Monday and diminishes Monday night. On Tuesday and Wednesday, the storms take...

By Brian Jackson | June 22, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Summer Sun and Storms

The first weekend of summer will deliver weather in keeping with the season. For the better part of both days, we'll have a mix of sun and clouds, warm temperatures and a touch of humidity. But a summer forecast...

By Jason Samenow | June 21, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

CommuteCast: Spring Ends Mostly Quiet

Summer officially begins tonight at 7:59 p.m. As the work week (and spring) comes to an end, we are greeted by a taste of warmer temperatures to come. Highs are now topping out in the low to mid 80s across...

By Ian Livingston | June 20, 2008; 03:25 PM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Warmth And Weekend Storms?

Today will be spectacular, and pleasantly warm weather continues into the weekend. But humidity gradually increases. Tomorrow through Tuesday, we add in the chance of an afternoon shower or thunderstorm. Of these days, the best chance for storminess is Sunday....

By Camden Walker | June 20, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Scattered Storminess Possible

Near-average warmth on Friday Radar: Latest D.C. area radar loop and light-ning strikes (key) from Weather Underground. Click here to zoom. Refresh page to update. Cooler than average weather continues today as temperatures now reach the mid and upper 70s...

By Ian Livingston | June 19, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Awaiting Warmer Air, Higher Humidity

Temperatures, humidity, rain chances to gradually rise For June, it's hard to beat the temperatures (highs in the upper 70s to near 80) and low humidity (dewpoints in the 50s) today and tomorrow, even if a shower or thunderstorm can't...

By Josh Larson | June 19, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Isolated Evening Showers, Thunderstorms

Small hail, gusty winds a threat Warm afternoon sunshine, combined with cold air aloft and some upper-level energy, provided enough instability to spark some showers and thunderstorms that are moving through this evening. Some spots will see little or no...

By Ian Livingston | June 18, 2008; 07:20 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Weather Improves on Some Counts

Cooler for now; warming up this weekend What we deserve -- after dealing with severe storms, then heat, then more severe storms -- is a stretch of clear skies, comfortable temperatures, low humidity and no rain. I can deliver on...

By Dan Stillman | June 18, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Worry-Free Weather Returns

Cooler than average overnight and into tomorrow Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Refresh page to update. Today has shaped up beautifully as high temperatures rise through the upper...

By Ian Livingston | June 17, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Storms, Heat Take Time Out

Mother Nature is finally fed up with the heat and severe weather antics, so we will be seeing a "time out" from that sort of bad weather behavior at least for a short time. Today we benefit with cooler temperatures...

By Matt Rogers | June 17, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Severe Storms Strike Again

Main risk for metro area between 3:30 and 8 p.m. *Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 9 p.m* *Storm reports from washingtonpost.com Live Coverage blog* ALERTS 7:00 PM: The rain is moving off and partial clearing is occurring from west to east....

By Ian Livingston | June 16, 2008; 07:00 PM ET | Comments (44)

Forecast: Storms to Blow Away Heat

2008 is turning into the year of the severe thunderstorm in the metro area. Over the last few weeks, strong to severe storms have threatened us every several days. A strong late spring cold front will power through the...

By Jason Samenow | June 16, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

Forecast: Sunny Sunday, Stormy Monday

By Brian Jackson Almost perfect late spring weather greets us today. Warm, sunny skies and less humid air prevail for the second half of the weekend. Heat and humidity re-enter the picture on Monday along with the chance for thunderstorms...

By Brian Jackson | June 15, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Sticky to Stormy Saturday

We're forced to endure a hot one today but then temperatures start trending downwards. Cold fronts will power through the region late today and Monday triggering thunderstorm chances. Widespread severe weather is not likely today, but may be a...

By Jason Samenow | June 14, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

CommuteCast: Hazy Skies as Humidity Returns

North Carolina fires send smoke our way Temperatures now climbing through the upper 80s in most places, combined with rising dew points, have allowed heat indices to reach the low and mid 90s this afternoon -- another warm to hot...

By Ian Livingston | June 13, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Weekend Warmth, Saturday T'storms?

Aside from the chance of thunderstorms Saturday and Monday evening, relatively enjoyable weather is on tap through the weekend. 80s accompanied by moderate humidity will give it a summery feel although it's still technically spring for another week. Sun this...

By Camden Walker | June 13, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

CommuteCast: Heat Without the High Humidity

Another nice evening on tap; warm tomorrow Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Refresh page to update. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Warm to hot temperatures...

By Ian Livingston | June 12, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Mostly Benign June Weather Prevails

Though with a chance of storms Saturday We'll be in a period of mostly benign mid-June weather today through the start of next week with rather typical summertime heat and humidity, though most daytime highs and overnight lows will be...

By Josh Larson | June 12, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

CommuteCast: A Nice Change of Pace

Warm and dry replaces hot, humid and stormy Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. For a change, temperatures this afternoon are climbing through the mid to upper 80s, rather...

By Capital Weather Gang | June 11, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: High Heat Takes a Hike

Still warm; lower humidity but eventually increasing Let's all take a deep breath. For the first time in a week, we're not staring down the barrel of severe storms or a major heat wave. Just some typical June weather with...

By Dan Stillman | June 11, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Severe Storms to Sweep Away Heat

Harsh Storms in Some Areas; less humid Wednesday ALERTS 9:05 PM: A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for portions of Anne Arundel, Prince George's, Montgomery and Howard counties until 9:45 p.m. Watch out for dangerous lightning, strong gusty winds...

By Ian Livingston | June 10, 2008; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (58)

Forecast: Cold Front to Topple Heat Regime

Weather coup d'etat this afternoon and evening *Heat Advisory in effect through 8 p.m.* The temperature revolution is nearing closer with our current extreme heat regime about to be removed from power. But do not expect it to go without...

By Matt Rogers | June 10, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Heat Maintains Its Grip on Area

Another 'triple H' day tomorrow, storms possible late *Heat Advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday* *Online chat transcript: It's Really, Really, Really Hot Out* *Commuter Alert: Westbound Orange Line Train Derails in Va.* Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather...

By Ian Livingston | June 9, 2008; 03:05 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Two More Days of Scorching Heat

Some relief arrives Wednesday *Heat Advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday* I'm running out of adjectives to describe the hot weather so it's a good thing the heat wave only has about 36 hours left. Although we're about to...

By Jason Samenow | June 9, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Sweltering Heat Continues

A few strong storms could pop this afternoon/evening *Heat Advisory in effect until 11 p.m. Monday* By Brian Jackson The worst alliteration in a meteorologist's arsenal will be with us for the next few days: hazy, hot and humid. Temperatures...

By Brian Jackson | June 8, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Stifling Saturday Heat

Extreme heat to last at least into early next week *Heat Advisory in effect until 8 p.m.* *Excessive Heat Watch Sunday afternoon through Monday afternoon* The season's first major heat wave will roast the metro area all weekend long. Temperatures...

By Jason Samenow | June 7, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Awaiting a Major Taste of Summer

Extreme and potentially dangerous heat arrives tomorrow *Heat Advisory in effect 12 p.m. through 8 p.m. Saturday* *Excessive Heat Watch Sunday afternoon through Monday afternoon* Clouds were a little slow in burning off today, and combined with an onshore flow,...

By Ian Livingston | June 6, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: Hot and Hotter...

Flirting with record high temps this weekend *Excessive Heat Watch Saturday morning through Monday afternoon* TRIPLE DIGITS this weekend?! Not being alarmist but personally I am surprised at how early the threat for isolated 100-degree readings is invading our region....

By Camden Walker | June 6, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (18)

CommuteCast: Quieter Than Yesterday; T-storm?

Hot and humid Friday, scorching weekend Radar: Latest mid-Atlantic radar loop from the National Weather Service. Click here to expand. Refresh page to update. While cleanup continues following yesterday's severe weather outbreak, more storms are the last thing many would...

By Ian Livingston | June 5, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: A Few More Storms? Heat Coming.

Big-time heat, humidity builds in through early next week Washington Post: One Dead After Powerful Storms The bad news is that thunderstorms are possible again today; the good news is that they shouldn't be as widespread or severe as yesterday's...

By Josh Larson | June 5, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (18)

CommuteCast: Severe Weather Moving Through

Damaging winds, large hail, isolated tornadoes possible ALERTS 3:57 PM: Tornado Warning remains in effect for Anne Arundel County until 4:15 p.m. At 3:51 p.m., radar indicated a tornado located 2 miles south of Arnold, moving east at 38 mph....

By Ian Livingston | June 4, 2008; 02:25 PM ET | Comments (133)

Forecast: Sweating Out Some Strong Storms

Storms could be severe today; Heat wave on the way My gosh, is June off to an active start or what? Occasional storms, some of which could be severe (moderate risk, says the Storm Prediction Center), will be the story...

By Dan Stillman | June 4, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Prepping for More Storminess

Strong storms possible overnight, severe tomorrow? ALERTS 8:13 PM: TORNADO WARNING BELOW CANCELLED 8:00 PM: TORNADO WARNING FOR SOUTHEASTERN FAIRFAX COUNTY ...NORTHWESTERN CHARLES COUNTY...UNTIL 830 PM... LOCATIONS IMPACTED INCLUDE INDIAN HEAD Refresh page to update alerts above. Humidity is on...

By Ian Livingston | June 3, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Ratcheting Up the Humidity

Summer stickiness to build this week Today's expected wind shift -- coming from the south and southwest, instead of from the north -- will start the ball rolling toward more significant humidity as the week progresses. Generally nice conditions are...

By Matt Rogers | June 3, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: June at Its Best

Warmer and more humid Tuesday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Once June arrives, the heat of summer is never very far off. Today, however, was June at its...

By Ian Livingston | June 2, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: The Heat is Coming

We got through May without a 90 degree day and, despite the torrents of rain, we enjoyed quite a few sunny, low humidity days. The first week of June will give us a couple of those days to start...

By Jason Samenow | June 2, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Fair Weather Returns

By Brian Jackson We've paid our dues with severe thunderstorms yesterday and will be rewarded with mostly fine weather today and tomorrow. Gradually brighter and drier days will round out our weekend and start the work week. Unsettled weather will...

By Brian Jackson | June 1, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Stage Set for Strong Storms

Sunnier and drier Sunday The ingredients are in place for strong to severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. But not everyone will experience them, and they'll only last for a brief time where and when they occur. In other words,...

By Jason Samenow | May 31, 2008; 08:00 AM ET | Comments (3)

CommuteCast: Setting the Stage for Saturday

Humidity levels rising; Severe weather tomorrow? The work week comes to a close on a partly to mostly sunny, warm and increasingly humid note today. High temperatures are now reaching the low 80s across the area as a southerly breeze...

By Ian Livingston | May 30, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Stormy Saturday? Otherwise Nice

Other than the showers and storms that may impact our Saturday afternoon, late spring will be very kind to us through the weekend and beyond. Temperatures will be a little higher than we've recently experienced, but at least humidity levels...

By Camden Walker | May 30, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

CommuteCast: Delightful Weather Continues

Warmer and mostly sunny Friday; severe storms Saturday? Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. A beautiful Thursday has shaped up across the region as temperatures rise to highs in...

By Ian Livingston | May 29, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Warming Up ... to a Severe Saturday?

Potential for strong storms on Saturday bears watching High pressure firmly overhead will allow for milder temperatures today and tomorrow along with plenty of sunshine. However, by Saturday morning, a cold front will approach the region from the north and...

By Josh Larson | May 29, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (19)

CommuteCast: Cool, Clear and Pleasant

Near-average warmth returns Thursday Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Refresh page to update. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Morning clouds have given way to increasing...

By Ian Livingston | May 28, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Cool Day Begins Sunny Stretch

Say it ain't so! ... back to sub-par weekends? Remember, back before that beautiful holiday weekend of ours, when the repeating pattern was lovely mid-to-late-week weather followed by increasing clouds and rain chances over the weekend. Uh, yeah. It's ba-a-a-a-ck....

By Dan Stillman | May 28, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

CommuteCast: Showers and Some Thunder

Becoming sunny and cool for Wednesday Radar: Latest D.C. area radar loop and light-ning strikes (key) from Weather Underground. Click here to zoom. Refresh page to update. Humidity levels are up today as a cold front approaches the region. With...

By Ian Livingston | May 27, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Return to Rainy Reality

You knew we were due. After one of the best Memorial Day Weekends in recent memory, the return of a wet day was inevitable. And it looks to be today. Expect showers and thunderstorms through the day preceding a late...

By Matt Rogers | May 27, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: A Taste of Summer

Finally, 2008 brings the heat. For the first time this year, temperatures should rise above 85. The heat won't last long and it won't be humid, so it's too early to consider it the start of summer. Weather more...

By Jason Samenow | May 26, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Sunshine Galore

By Brian Jackson Fantastic weather is in the offing for the rest of this long weekend. We'll see more than our fair share of sun today and tomorrow with temperatures today in the mid to upper 70s, rising to the...

By Brian Jackson | May 25, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Marvelous Memorial Day Weekend

We welcome day two of the best four-day stretch of weather this season. How nice of it to fall squarely over the holiday weekend! Enjoy all the sunshine and the slow warming trend... TODAY Sensational sunshine. Mid 70s. Cool...

By Jason Samenow | May 24, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Starting the Weekend in Style

In honor of the holiday and the beautiful weather, CommuteCast is taking a break. Refer to Camden's post for the fantastic forecast through the long weekend, BeachCast if you're headed to the shore, and NatCast for tonight's game at Nationals...

By Jason Samenow | May 23, 2008; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Perfect Holiday Weekend Weather

Enjoy the divine weather starting now and lasting right through Memorial Day. Four consecutive Capital Weather Gang designated "nice days" are on the way. Lather on that sunscreen, put on that bathing suit, and fire up the grill. Ohhh yeah....

By Camden Walker | May 23, 2008; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

BeachCast: Sunny; Cool but Gradually Warmer

Quite cold in the water As Memorial Day weekends go, this will likely go down as a pretty good one at the beach. Sure, it'd be nice if we could add about 10 degrees to the forecast daytime highs. But...

By Dan Stillman | May 23, 2008; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

CommuteCast: Continued Cool, an Isolated Sprinkle

Warmer and sunnier on Friday Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Refresh page to update. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Partly to mostly cloudy and cool...

By Ian Livingston | May 22, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Signs Still Point to Sunny Weekend

But first, some clouds and maybe a couple showers today For sure the early forecasts for a pleasant holiday weekend were too good to be true, right? Now that the weekend has almost arrived, you're changing your forecast, aren't you?...

By Dan Stillman | May 22, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

CommuteCast: Partly Cloudy, A Shower or Two

Partly sunny Thursday, continued cool Partly cloudy skies of this morning have given way to some isolated showers across the area. These showers will remain widely scattered and will produce only trace amounts of rain in most places and some...

By Ian Livingston | May 21, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Weather on Right Track for Big Weekend

Pleasant & dry Thursday through Memorial Day We'll see more sunshine and milder temperatures today, though a stray shower during the second half of the day can't be ruled out. On Thursday, a sprawling area of high pressure begins to...

By Josh Larson | May 21, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

CommuteCast: Brightening Skies in Some Places

Sun returns Wednesday, a few p.m. showers possible Clouds: Latest mid-Atlantic infrared satellite loop, courtesy Unisys. Click here to expand. Refresh page to update. Morning rain gave way to cloudy skies across most of the region, after some additional early...

By Ian Livingston | May 20, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Rain Drain

Time to launch the umbrellas again By Matt Rogers The umbrellas have gotten quite a workout here in May and the numbers confirm it. Washington Reagan National Airport has reported rain on 11 of the 19 days so far this...

By Matt Rogers | May 20, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

CommuteCast: Calm Before the (Next) Storm

More rain arrives overnight and for morning rush A somewhat cool May afternoon has unfolded across the area today. High temperatures in the mid and upper 60s are about 5 to 10 degrees short of average for this time of...

By Ian Livingston | May 19, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Warm Weather Eludes Washington

Make no mistake about it, today will be nice and so will the second half of the week through Memorial Day weekend. But the 80-degree warmth many of us look forward to in late May will be nowhere around....

By Jason Samenow | May 19, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Rainy Conclusion to Weekend

By Brian Jackson Don't expect anything like last Sunday's downpour but another wet close to the weekend is in store. Look out for showers and thunderstorms as a cold front moves through the area this afternoon. Much more tranquil conditions...

By Brian Jackson | May 18, 2008; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Post Hunt Forecast: Rain Enters the Riddle

What: 2008 Post Hunt Where: Penn Quarter When: Today, Noon-5 p.m. Looking for today's forecast? We've hidden it somewhere in downtown D.C. Good luck finding it. Just kidding... But seriously, you should bring an umbrella along with that copy of...

By Dan Stillman | May 18, 2008; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Commencement Worthy Weather

The sun will shine down on the beaming new graduates at George Washington, Georgetown, George Mason, and Catholic Universities today (and all Washingtonians). Tomorrow's weather won't be so radiant, but a shower or two shouldn't dampen too many spirits....

By Jason Samenow | May 17, 2008; 10:05 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Mostly Cloudy, Isolated Showers

Sunshine gets weekend off to nice start on Saturday Radar: Latest D.C. area radar loop, courtesy National Weather Service. Refresh page to update, or click here to expand. Morning showers temporarily gave way to a few breaks of midday sunshine...

By Ian Livingston | May 16, 2008; 03:10 PM ET | Comments (6)

Forecast: Bad Now, Better Weekend

Although Sunday Semi-Showery *Allow extra time this morning; never cross flooded roads* The end of your week starts soaking wet. But sunshine starts the weekend before scattered showers creep back into picture late Saturday and once again on Sunday. TODAY...

By Camden Walker | May 16, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Flooding Concerns as Rain Returns

Heaviest rain expected between midnight and AM commute *Flood Watch midnight through Friday morning* *Take caution in flood-prone areas; never drive through flooded roads* In this pattern, nice weather doesn't seem to last long, so it should be no surprise...

By Ian Livingston | May 15, 2008; 02:35 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Rain Returns Tonight

More flooding a threat, but rain totals uncertain *Flood Watch in effect this evening through Friday morning* A weak frontal system and an area of low pressure will conspire to bring rain back into the picture tonight, especially after midnight...

By Josh Larson | May 15, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Clouds Return to Region

Transition back to unsettled weather Thursday Clouds: Latest mid-Atlantic infrared satellite loop, courtesy Unisys. Click here to expand. Refresh page to update. Today was another welcome respite for weather-weary residents, especially those continuing to clean up from flood damage following...

By Ian Livingston | May 14, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Of Course It's Nice... It's Midweek

More rain on the way for Thursday night and Friday The conspiracy theorists would say forecasters hedge their predictions toward nicer weather so people will like them. Here on Wednesdays at CWG, there's no hedging necessary. Time and again, the...

By Dan Stillman | May 14, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (15)

CommuteCast: Clear Skies a Welcome Break

More warm weather expected Wednesday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. After all the rain and bad weather of recent, today has been a welcome and beautiful break! Highs...

By Ian Livingston | May 13, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Sun and the City

The long-awaited reunion will only be brief By Matt Rogers, Guest Forecaster With lots of drying to do, the return of the sun will be a welcome sight. This morning will still be cool, but daytime temperatures should muscle their...

By Matt Rogers | May 13, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (20)

CommuteCast: Cold and Water-Logged

Flood warnings continue; gusty winds a concern *Flood Safety: Never Drive or Walk Through a Flooded Road* Radar: Latest mid-Atlantic radar loop from the National Weather Service. Click here to expand. Refresh page to update. What is UTC? Our second...

By Ian Livingston | May 12, 2008; 03:05 PM ET | Comments (21)

Forecast: Wind-Driven Deluge, Slowly Diminishing

We apologize for this morning's technical difficulties due to a washingtonpost.com blog publishing and comment system outage. Significant Storm Impacts: Widespread Flooding (do not attempt to cross flooded roadways), Road Closures, Isolated Power Outages from Wind, School Closures *Flood Warnings...

By Jason Samenow | May 12, 2008; 12:00 PM ET | Comments (30)

Forecast: More Heavy Rain

*Flood Warnings in effect across the metro area* *Flood Watch in effect Sunday evening through Monday afternoon* By Brian Jackson, Guest Forecaster Following Thursday night's heavy rainfall across the area, stand by for a repeat performance. While today will start...

By Brian Jackson | May 11, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (68)

Forecast: Rain to Break Briefly

More heavy rain late Sunday The window for nice weather this weekend keeps getting narrower. Gloomy and damp conditions may not let go until mid afternoon today. At that time, mercifully, we should begin a 24-hour period with no rain....

By Jason Samenow | May 10, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (15)

CommuteCast: Rain Temporarily Pauses

Risk of showers overnight into early Saturday **Report: Tornado Confirmed in Stafford County Last Night** Light -- and occasionally moderate to heavy -- rain continued across the area through early afternoon and has now departed, leaving spotty drizzle in its...

By Ian Livingston | May 9, 2008; 03:10 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Rain Subsides Saturday into Sunday

*Damage, Flooding Reported After Storms* We'll begin & end the next three days with some rain. But enjoy the latter part of Saturday and early Sunday when sun chances outshine the rain chances. Let's just not talk about the washout...

By Camden Walker | May 9, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (23)

CommuteCast: Flooding Rains Possible Overnight

**Flash Flood Warning till 4:15 a.m in D.C., Arlington, Alexandria** **Flood Watch from 9 p.m. tonight through Friday morning** **Tornado Watch southwest of area till 1 a.m.** **Tornado Watch south and southeast of area till 3 a.m.** Severe Weather Tracking...

By Ian Livingston | May 8, 2008; 03:25 PM ET | Comments (46)

Forecast: Heavy Rain Tonight Into Tomorrow

Saturday forecast uncertain; more rain by late Sunday A low-pressure area and associated cold front will provide plenty of clouds and sometimes rainy conditions over the next 48 hours -- when up to 2" of rain may fall -- with...

By Josh Larson | May 8, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: A Taste of Mid-June

Unsettled and continued mild Thursday Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Refresh page to update. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Low 80s for high temperatures today...

By Ian Livingston | May 7, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Sunny Stretch Slips Away

Mostly sunny today; then increasing clouds, rain chances The next two days are prime examples of the difference dewpoint -- a measure of how much moisture is in the air -- can make this time of year. Today's highs in...

By Dan Stillman | May 7, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

CommuteCast: Wonderfully Warm

Temperatures well above average on Wednesday This has shaped up to be another in a string of great springtime days across the region with highs now reaching the upper 70s in most locations. Partly cloudy skies will continue for the...

By Ian Livingston | May 6, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Sneezy Sunny Seventies

Beware of the film fest By Matt Rogers, Guest Forecaster What film fest, you ask? The pollen extravaganza is back in full fury with the lack of rainfall (in most areas) over the weekend and very dry humidity persisting here...

By Matt Rogers | May 6, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (11)

CommuteCast: Superb Spring Conditions Continue

More gorgeous weather Tuesday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. A beautiful day has unfolded across the area as temperatures have risen to very near seasonal averages in the...

By Ian Livingston | May 5, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Sunny Day Trifecta

Over the next three days, we continue the unbelievable stretch of spring time weather that began last Friday. These days will feature an abundance of sunshine with afternoon high temperatures warming through the 70s. For much of the week,...

By Jason Samenow | May 5, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Sunny Side Up

By Brian Jackson, Guest Forecaster It gets brighter and brighter today as a cold front that passed through the region overnight exits off the coast. Today's weather will start off gray, especially for the early risers, with a slight chance...

By Brian Jackson | May 4, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (14)

Forecast: Warm Repeat for Saturday

But can Sunday be salvaged? By Matt Rogers, Guest Forecaster The beautiful bonus day on Friday looks to repeat today with only a few more clouds in the mix. Southerly winds will dominate and this means more opportunities for near...

By Matt Rogers | May 3, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

CommuteCast: Work Week Ends Quite Warm

Pleasant start to weekend on Saturday Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Refresh page to update. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Morning cloudiness quickly gave way...

By Ian Livingston | May 2, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Warm Weekend May End Wet

Turning showery, stormy Saturday night Over the next couple of days, you should revel in warm 80-degree temperatures. The first half of the weekend looks almost splendid, despite some errant clouds. Sunday appears to still be warmish (70s) but may...

By Camden Walker | May 2, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

CommuteCast: Cool Air Giving Way

Warmer Friday, slight risk of storms late Thick clouds and mid-day showers have given way to increased sunshine across the area. High temperatures were held slightly in check today thanks to the rain, though they are now rising through the...

By Ian Livingston | May 1, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Warmer Weather Makes Comeback

So does the chance for weekend showers, storms After the 50s and 60s of the past few days, we'll look for a warmer pattern to settle in as a more southerly flow pushes temperatures to near 70 today and near...

By Josh Larson | May 1, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Partly Cloudy, Pleasantly Cool

Warmer air moves in for Thursday Webcam: Latest view of D.C. from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Under variably cloudy skies that have dropped an isolated sprinkle or two, another cool day has unfolded...

By Ian Livingston | April 30, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Another Cool Day Before Warming Trend

Sixties today, 70s tomorrow, near 80 Friday OK, yes. Yesterday's highs in the low 60s were rather cool, and won't go a lot higher today. But, these are also the sort of days to remember when summer heat and humidity...

By Dan Stillman | April 30, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Cool and Breezy

Cold tonight; a little warmer on Wednesday *Frost Advisory far north and west from 5 a.m. to 8 a.m. Wednesday* The storm system responsible for yesterday's tornadoes in Virginia, and even some late-season snow in the mountains of West Virginia...

By Ian Livingston | April 29, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: More Like March than May

Like last week, after some rain over the weekend spilling into Monday, we will see a mostly dry remainder of the work week. However, it will be quite a bit chillier to start, thanks to a pattern not unlike...

By Matt Ross | April 29, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Rain Begins Moving Out

Cool on Tuesday, with a risk of showers Radar: Latest D.C. area radar loop and light-ning strikes (key) from Weather Underground. Click here to zoom. Refresh page to update. After a brief break in the rain early this afternoon, moderate...

By Ian Livingston | April 28, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Cool Air Keeps Coming

Showers, storms likely today Talk about a big change: the high temperature dropped from 84 Saturday to 59 yesterday (at Reagan National Airport). Count on the cool weather to stay with us for several more days. Accompanied by showers and...

By Jason Samenow | April 28, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Losing Paradise

[11:15 a.m. update -- Cool flow from the northeast along with overcast skies will likely prevent afternoon highs from warming above the low 60s.] By Brian Jackson, Guest Forecaster Hopefully everyone got outside the last several days. The gorgeous weather...

By Capital Weather Gang | April 27, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Summer Warmth and Showers

Over the past couple of days, we've gotten a taste of the kind of weather many of us would like to bottle up and prescribe all summer: tolerably warm afternoons and comfortably mild evenings. Summer warmth will present itself...

By Jason Samenow | April 26, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

CommuteCast: Warm with a Risk of Showers

Warm again Saturday; unsettled late in the day Radar: Latest D.C. area radar loop and light-ning strikes (key) from Weather Underground. Click here to zoom. Refresh page to update. Sun, filtered through high cloudiness, has helped warmed temperatures into the...

By Ian Livingston | April 25, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Warm & Stormy, then Cool & Cloudy

Through Saturday, you will experience warm springtime weather: highs at or above 80, but storms threaten late each afternoon as a cold front approaches from the west. A cooling trend starts Sunday -- so enjoy the summer-like warmth the next...

By Camden Walker | April 25, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (6)

CommuteCast: Warm and Pleasant

Another beauty on Friday Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Refresh page to update. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Mostly sunny skies have allowed temperatures to...

By Ian Livingston | April 24, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Sunny, Dry Conclusion to Work Week

But clouds, showers may punctuate weekend Delightful conditions will round out your work week, with full sunshine and above-average temperatures in the upper 70s to near 80. Warning: Your urge to leave the office early on Friday may be higher...

By Josh Larson | April 24, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Delightful Conditions Return

Mostly sunny and warmer Thursday Latest view of D.C. looking east from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Late April sunshine has gone to work to quickly warm the area into the low and mid...

By Ian Livingston | April 23, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Weather That Makes it Hard to Work

Did your work productivity drop during the sunny and warm middle to end of last week? This week will again finish in fine form. And you may want to take advantage of the nice weather -- maybe a conveniently timed...

By Dan Stillman | April 23, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: The Return of Sunshine

The clouds that have covered the sky for the past several days have finally broken up this afternoon. Temperatures have responded to the emerging sunshine, reaching the upper 60s and lower 70s. Expect a mix of clouds and sun this...

By Ian Livingston | April 22, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Rain to End and Splendid Weather Awaits

Our extended rain event will come to an end today and tonight leading to high pressure and drier weather for the remainder of the week. This weekend, however, we will see a cold front approach which may be accompanied...

By Matt Ross | April 22, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

CommuteCast: A Soggy Ride Home

Low pressure loosens grip tonight into Tuesday Latest D.C. area radar loop and recent lightning strikes (key). Courtesy Weather Underground. Click here to zoom. Refresh page to update. Heavy showers and some isolated thunderstorms have continued across most of the...

By Ian Livingston | April 21, 2008; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (11)

Forecast: Showers Stick Around but Settle Down

Downpours, booming thunder, lightning and even a couple isolated tornadoes proved to be a major disruption yesterday. Bouts of wet weather continue today, but shouldn't have yesterday's punch. The volume on the storminess meter drops another notch Tuesday, even...

By Jason Samenow | April 21, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Lots of Rain

*Flood Watch in effect for metro area through late tonight* *Flood Warning in effect for eastern Loudoun until 3:15 p.m.* Hopefully, everybody got their fill of sun yesterday because it's going into hiding for the next 72 hours or so....

By Jason Samenow | April 20, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (27)

Forecast: 'Sun'sational Saturday, Sunday Soaker

Call it a 50/50 weekend, half good, half bad. We enjoy 80-degree warmth and sunshine today but will most likely endure rain with temperatures only reaching 60 or so tomorrow. The cool, wet weather may persist through at least...

By Jason Samenow | April 19, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

CommuteCast: Basking in Sunshine

CommuteCast is taking the afternoon off to enjoy the nice weather. You should too! See Camden's post for the forecast through the weekend....

By Capital Weather Gang | April 18, 2008; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Sunny & Warm 'Til a Sunday Storm

Over the next couple of days, you will experience ultimate spring time weather: warmth in the 80s, but with low humidity! Sunday will be cloudy, cooler, and will offer the metro region a chance of rain. TODAY Beautiful. Low 80s....

By Camden Walker | April 18, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

CommuteCast: Great Weather Continues

Contender for warmest day of season tomorrow Current D.C. area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Refresh page to update. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Following one more chilly...

By Ian Livingston | April 17, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Simply Sublime Through Saturday

Forecast confidence drops starting Sunday With high pressure in control, expect lots of sunshine and mild temperatures -- about 10 degrees above normal -- to continue today through most of Saturday. Thereafter, however, the sun and warmth may be in...

By Josh Larson | April 17, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Springtime Weather at its Best

Warming trend continues tomorrow Latest view of D.C. looking east from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. A frosty start to the day in numerous locations has transitioned into a beautiful springtime afternoon across the...

By Ian Livingston | April 16, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Weather Fit for a Pope

It's been a long time since we've seen a stretch of weather as spectacular as the next few days. The timing couldn't be more perfect for the Pope, who arrived in D.C. yesterday. A coincidence? I think not. People often...

By Dan Stillman | April 16, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Clear Skies Lead to Cold Night

Protect your plants! Last freeze threat of the season? *3 a.m. to 8 a.m: Freeze Warning W of I-95, Frost Advisory E of I-95* After this morning's chilly start, sunshine has warmed the area into the upper 50s. Light northerly...

By Ian Livingston | April 15, 2008; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: From Good to Better

Weekend weather somewhat uncertain Finally, a nice pattern will establish itself over the next couple of days. Chilly weather today will trend mild by Friday with the sun as the common denominator. Enjoy what we get this week, as the...

By Matt Ross | April 15, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Mostly Clear and Breezy

Cold night ahead, warmer on Tuesday Skies have remained mostly clear throughout the day, allowing the strong April sun to warm temperatures into the mid 50s across the area. The ride home will be dry, mostly clear, and a little...

By Ian Livingston | April 14, 2008; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (3)

Forecast: Cool Today, But All Set to Warm

We hang on to late winter or early spring chilliness for 48 more hours before the weather pattern flips and mild air makes a strong push into the area. By Thursday and Friday high temperatures will warm as much...

By Jason Samenow | April 14, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Winter Weather Briefly Returns

The next three days will provide quite a contrast compared to the last three days. Instead of 70s and 80s, high temperatures will likely be stuck in the 50s due to a big dip in the jet stream over...

By Jason Samenow | April 13, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (8)

Forecast: One More Mild Day

Much cooler air tomorrow Warm weather fans that enjoyed yesterday will be delighted by today's mild weather, as long as they don't mind dodging a possible shower or thunderstorm. The warmth won't last though as chilly weather arrives in earnest...

By Jason Samenow | April 12, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (12)

CommuteCast: Quite Warm and a Little Humid

Evening t'storms?; unsettled Saturday before cool down Latest D.C. area radar loop and recent lightning strikes (key). Courtesy Weather Underground. Click here to zoom. Refresh page to update. Under variable cloudiness, high temperatures have reached the upper 70s to near...

By Ian Livingston | April 11, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (29)

Forecast: Spring-like, Thunder Even?

Turning cooler by Sunday Over the next couple of days, you may see and feel spring in the air. It will be slightly muggy at times, thunder may rumble with passing showers, and temperatures will be way up there! After...

By Camden Walker | April 11, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (14)

CommuteCast: Clear Skies, Warm Temperatures

Warmest day of young season expected Friday Latest view of D.C. looking east from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Morning clouds and fog have given way to abundant, if somewhat hazy, sunshine across the...

By Ian Livingston | April 10, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (1)

Forecast: Mild, At Least for the Moment

Unsettled Friday and Saturday, then cooler If you've been yearning for mild weather, today and tomorrow will be a treat with highs in the low 70s today and maybe upper 70s tomorrow as warm air surges from the south ahead...

By Josh Larson | April 10, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (10)

CommuteCast: Some Sun Then Back to Clouds

Warmer Thursday with more sunshine 1:30 p.m. satellite shot showing clouds finally breaking across the area. Courtesy NASA. Today, much of the area has seen something that has been hiding most of the month -- the sun. Clouds have slowly...

By Ian Livingston | April 9, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: When Will Clouds Call it Kaput?

For some people, there's a certain charm to these cool, cloudy days so common in April. However, I'd wager most folks would rather see an end to the persistent breeze off the ocean responsible for socking us in. Slowly, this...

By Dan Stillman | April 9, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Another Cool and Cloudy One

Warmer Wednesday as sun tries to break through The stubborn marine air locked over the region did not budge much today, as clouds continue to fill the sky, while cool temperatures remain. Highs have reached the low to mid 50s...

By Ian Livingston | April 8, 2008; 03:20 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Cool Weather Fading

Variability remains the theme for the week. Patterns do not usually lock in during early April, so our current spat of cool, gloomy weather is nothing to be concerned about. Consider we have a couple chances to hit 70...

By Matt Ross | April 8, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Cloudy Chill Continues

Slow climb in temperatures begins Tuesday Current DC area temperatures, courtesy Weather Bonk. Map by Google. Refresh page to update. Hover over and click temperatures for more info. Click and hold on map to pan. Today brought more in the...

By Ian Livingston | April 7, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Cloudy and Cool, Count on It

But slow warming trend begins For about the next 48 hours, we'll remain socked in with cloudy skies, bouts of drizzle and temperatures below seasonal norms. But a little each day, afternoon skies will become brighter and brighter and temperatures...

By Jason Samenow | April 7, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

Forecast: Rawness, For Real

Given the forecast for cloudy and cool conditions yesterday (note: our forecast did not call for rain), I think everyone was surprised by how pleasant it turned out to be. While the raw factor was missing in action yesterday,...

By Jason Samenow | April 6, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (4)

Forecast: Relentness Rawness

Rain chances increase tonight As I discussed Tuesday, the weather in early April can be dismal. We're in the middle of a cool, damp and dreary stretch that will last at least through the middle of next week. Of more...

By Jason Samenow | April 5, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (14)

CommuteCast: Awaiting Tonight's Deluge

Iffy Saturday rain chances Latest mid-Atlantic radar loop. Courtesy National Weather Service. Click here to expand. A cool and cloudy start to the day has given way to brightening skies, which have helped warm temperatures to near 60 through mid-afternoon....

By Capital Weather Gang | April 4, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (15)

Weekend Events: Cherry Blossom Fun, With a Kick

We are quite fortunate that many of this weekend's major outdoor events will take place late Saturday and Sunday -- after the rain has mostly cleared the D.C. area. Nevertheless, folks heading out Saturday evening may still have to dodge...

By Matt Ross | April 4, 2008; 11:15 AM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Unsettled Until Sunday

Over the next couple of days, you may hear more about the rain than you actually see and feel it. That's because it's most likely to occur and fall heavily tonight while you're sleeping and may not happen tomorrow when...

By Camden Walker | April 4, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (7)

CommuteCast: A Rainy Rush Hour

Rain continues tonight; more wet weather Friday Latest mid-Atlantic radar loop. Courtesy National Weather Service. Click here to expand. Thickening clouds have given way to rain (with a few isolated pockets of sleet -- updated 4:25 p.m.) that is now...

By Ian Livingston | April 3, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (30)

Forecast: Showers, Clouds to Shut Out Sun

Sunny and dry weather won't return until Sunday Bah humbug! Just like the unsettled weather that closed out last week, we'll look for a repeat of showery, sometimes rainy conditions over the next three days. High pressure won't return to...

By Josh Larson | April 3, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (21)

CommuteCast: Clear Skies, Calming Winds

Another unsettled period starts Thursday Latest view of D.C. looking east from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Cooler temperatures -- in the low and mid 50s -- today have been accompanied by plentiful sunshine...

By Ian Livingston | April 2, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Pleasant Weather Pays Short Visit

Best days to see the blossoms: Today and Sunday In April, you gotta enjoy pleasant weather when you can, because odds are clouds and showers are close behind. So if you didn't get outside during yesterday afternoon's low to mid...

By Dan Stillman | April 2, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

CommuteCast: Mild with Scattered Showers

Mostly sunny and seasonable on Wednesday Latest mid-Atlantic radar loop. Courtesy National Weather Service. Click here to expand. Gusty winds from the south, ahead of an approaching cold front, have allowed temperatures across the area to rise through the low...

By Ian Livingston | April 1, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: April Gets Off to a Rocky Start

We will continue to battle between warm and cold weather regimes this week. This battle will include frequent chances of rain or showers, although the week will not be a total washout. Those readers ready for 70s and sun,...

By Matt Ross | April 1, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Chilly, Drizzly Conditions Continue

Much warmer Tuesday with some showers Areas of drizzle and light rain that have plagued the area today will continue this afternoon. Though most places will see very little measurable precipitation, it will be enough to keep things damp. High...

By Ian Livingston | March 31, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Warmth Faces Strong Resistance

I know what a lot of people are thinking, myself included: Will it just get warm already? I wish I had better news, but consistent warm weather is not in the cards this week. Like the last couple of...

By Jason Samenow | March 31, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Cool Weather to Continue

It's almost April 1 and here we are, enduring another chilly day. Temperatures today will be about 15 degrees below normal and more typical of late February. There won't be much sunshine to speak of either. Fortunately, most of...

By Jason Samenow | March 30, 2008; 05:01 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: A Sunny Spring Chill

Clouds increase tomorrow Yesterday's brief taste of 70+ degree weather was just a tease. Thanks to a stiff northerly wind, temperatures will be 20 degrees colder today. Fortunately, though, the sun will shine. Tomorrow, it will remain cool but the...

By Jason Samenow | March 29, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (2)

CommuteCast: Front Finally on the Move

Sunny and cool Saturday Latest D.C. area radar loop, courtesy National Weather Service. Refresh page to update. Click here to expand. A northerly drift, with what was a stationary front, allowed many locations outside the north and west portions of...

By Ian Livingston | March 28, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Warm Rebound, Cool Takeaway

March madness strikes again. After a brief warm-up today, the stubborn front just north of us will finally slip south of the area this afternoon. This frontal action will probably produce some showers as it passes by and then cool...

By Camden Walker | March 28, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

CommuteCast: Gray with Scattered Showers

More wet weather for Friday Showers that moved through this morning have largely paused across the region during the early afternoon. Temperatures have risen into the mid and upper 50s for highs so far and will remain steady before slowly...

By Ian Livingston | March 27, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (7)

Weekend Events: Blossoms, Baseball and Beyond

Ya never know what you're gonna get at the end of March. Sure, it can be sunny and mild with spring fever in the air. But it can just as easily be cold, rainy and windy, with snowflakes to boot....

By Dan Stillman | March 27, 2008; 11:10 AM ET | Comments (2)

Forecast: Unsettled, Uncertain Today and Friday

Mostly sunny and dry for the weekend We're looking at a complex forecast over the next 48 hours as a cold front stalls close to our area; a few waves of low pressure will then ride along the stalled front,...

By Josh Larson | March 27, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

CommuteCast: Mild Before the Front

Unsettled conditions arrive Thursday Gusty downsloping winds out of the west and southwest have helped temperatures warm into the mid 60s to near 70 across the area today, even with periods of cloudiness. The ride home will be partly cloudy,...

By Ian Livingston | March 26, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (5)

Forecast: Stalled Front to Bring Spring Showers

Mild and dry today, then shower chances into Saturday As Matt pointed out yesterday, it's that time of the year again when cold fronts begin to lose their punch, and in the process they tend to stall out in our...

By Dan Stillman | March 26, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (9)

CommuteCast: Clear Skies to Slowly Give Way

Breezy and warmer on Wednesday Latest view of D.C. looking east from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Sunshine and low dew points have led to a crystal clear early spring day across the region....

By Ian Livingston | March 25, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (7)

Forecast: Bumpy Transition to Spring Continues

Spring becomes a bit more tangible this week as cold air masses continue to lose their punch. Nevertheless, jackets and umbrellas will be still be handy to have around as our seasonal transition comes at a price. Try to enjoy...

By Matt Ross | March 25, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (5)

CommuteCast: Mostly Cloudy and Cool

Mostly sunny and warmer Tuesday Mixed clouds and sun combined with winds from the north and east have kept the area cooler than average today. High temperatures have topped out right around 50 degrees across the region and will not...

By Ian Livingston | March 24, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (14)

Forecast: Final Flakes to be Flaky

Gradually warmer this week The last flakes of our snow-challenged season may fall today. Of course, it only figures that any snow will be spotty, intermittent and won't amount to anything. For those of us who just want it to...

By Jason Samenow | March 24, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Chilly Easter Sunday Sunshine

It's cold for late March, but on the bright side, at least there's no soaking rain or awful wind in the forecast. Even if temperatures are colder than average, we'll have a lot of sunshine -- at least today....

By Jason Samenow | March 23, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: A Cold Easter Weekend

The calendar says spring, but old man winter says "wait a minute D.C., I'm not done with you." Don't get caught off guard -- you'll need to dress for cold conditions this Easter weekend. Temperatures may not get out...

By Jason Samenow | March 22, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: From Clear Skies to High Clouds

Damp and chilly start to weekend Saturday Under mostly sunny skies, and with decreasing winds, high temperatures have reached the mid 50s across the area today. Clear skies will begin to give way to high cloudiness during the commute home,...

By Ian Livingston | March 21, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Weekend Events: Hoops, Easter and Elephants

Cool temperatures and a chance of showers will make for a less-than-ideal late-March weekend, but when all is said and done the weather shouldn't be too maddening for basketball fans heading to and from the Verizon Center on Saturday, nor...

By Dan Stillman | March 21, 2008; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Dry but for Saturday's Shower Spoiler

After a chilly start this morning in the 30s, sunshine will catapult us well into the 50s. Saturday is less superb with clouds, showers, and temperatures in the 40s. Sunday saves the day with sunshine once again--albeit chilly temperatures in...

By Camden Walker | March 21, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

CommuteCast: Spring Starts on Sunny Note

Mostly clear and warmer on Friday Latest view of D.C. looking east from the Netherlands Carillon at Arlington National Cemetery. Courtesy National Park Service. Despite increasingly sunny conditions today, the first full day of spring has been somewhat cool, thanks...

By Ian Livingston | March 20, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)

Forecast: Stormy Replaced by Sunny and Gusty

Looking for clues on coastal storm early next week Say goodbye to yesterday's cloudy skies, mild temperatures, showers and overnight storms. High pressure moving in behind last night's cold front will bring starkly different conditions today, so say hello to...

By Josh Larson | March 20, 2008; 05:00 AM ET | Comments (0)

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