DC Weather Alert: Snow and Sleet Saturday, Coastal Snow Threat Sunday

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DC Weather Alert: Snow and Sleet Saturday, Coastal Snow Threat Sunday

Washington, D.C. is preparing for a cold weekend as two wintry systems approach for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. On Friday, particularly cold air will grip the region, leading to morning wind chills in the single digits. While skies remain clear and breezy, temperatures will only reach the mid-to-upper 30s.

Weather Forecast for Friday

As Friday evening approaches, light rain may develop. This precipitation could briefly mix with sleet or snow as temperatures hover around freezing. However, the morning mix on Saturday is not expected to create significant travel issues.

Saturday’s Weather Outlook

On Saturday, expect scattered showers with potential sleet and snow mixed in. By the afternoon, temperatures will rise into the mid-40s. Conditions are predicted to improve by midday.

Coastal Snow Threat on Sunday

The primary concern shifts to Sunday, when a coastal storm is forecasted to move northward. This storm may bring accumulating snow to southern Maryland and the Eastern Shore.

Key Points of Sunday’s Forecast

  • Best chance for snow accumulation is in southern Maryland and the Eastern Shore.
  • Uncertainty exists for areas along the I-95 corridor; snowfall totals may vary.
  • Regions north and west of D.C. are likely to see little to no snow.
  • Forecast trends indicate a lower overall snow threat.

What Comes Next

Following the holiday weekend, the region will experience a drying trend on Monday. However, another wave of severely cold air is expected to arrive on Tuesday, continuing into Wednesday.

For the latest updates on the D.C. weather, including potential snow and sleet impacts, please refer to Filmogaz.com.