4 things to know about the weather:
- Slightly cooler Friday
- Scattered showers & maybe a storm Friday
- Best weather arrives Saturday
- Storm chances increase Sunday
We’re tracking rain chances Friday and Sunday, making Saturday the pick of the weekend.
Clouds increase across Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and suburban Maryland on Friday. Afternoon temperatures will top out in the mid- to upper 80s with noticeable humidity.
There’s a chance for some showers and thunderstorms Friday afternoon. Any storm may briefly produce heavy rain, lightning and localized downpours.
The best weather of the weekend arrives Saturday, with plenty of sunshine, seasonable temperatures and mainly dry conditions across the D.C. metro region. It will remain a bit humid.
On Sunday, expect a higher likelihood of showers and thunderstorms, especially during the afternoon and evening hours. Some storms could become strong and severe.
Weather radar
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QuickCast
Friday
Partly to mostly cloudy and slightly cooler
Mostly clouds through the day
Scattered showers and thunderstorms possible during the afternoon
Any storm may bring brief heavy rain and lightning
Wind: Northeast 5 to 10 mph
High temps: 85°-88°
Friday night
Mostly cloudy and mild
A few lingering showers possible early evening
Quieter conditions overnight
Lows: 69°-72°
Saturday
Comfortable summer conditions
Mostly sunny with passing clouds
Still a bit humid but not real muggy for mid-August
Excellent weather for outdoor activities
Wind: Northeast 5 to 10 mph
Highs: 87°-89°
Saturday night
Partly cloudy and pleasant
Increasing clouds late
Small chance of showers toward daybreak
Lows: 70°-72°
Sunday
Warmer and more humid
Mostly cloudy at times
Showers and severe thunderstorms become likely during the afternoon
Potential for locally heavy rain and gusty winds
Wind: Southeast to South 5 to 10 mph
Highs: 87°-89°
Sunday night
Mostly cloudy and muggy
Showers and thunderstorms likely during the evening
Gradually diminishing overnight
Lows: 74°-76°
