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2 days ago
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Canada wildfire smoke lingers over DC region bringing hazy sunshine Wednesday
WASHINGTON - Hazy skies continue across the Washington, D.C., region Wednesday as smoke from Canadian wildfires lingers in the area. Wednesday will feel warm and humid, with highs near 87 degrees, says FOX 5's Taylor Grenda. While the haze remains, conditions are slightly better than the day before, Grenda says. Temperatures on Wednesday will begin in the 50s and 60s with an early morning breeze, but humidity is on the rise and will continue climbing through the remainder of the week. Conditions remain dry Wednesday, but rain is expected to move in starting Friday Overnight, temperatures will dip to around 65 degrees, leading to a warm and humid Thursday, when more smokey haze is expected. "I think we'll have a little bit of a better chance to pick up on that smoky haze tomorrow," Grenda said. Storms may develop on Friday evening, though they will likely be isolated. Heading into the weekend, Saturday could bring scattered afternoon storms, while Sunday looks drier, with highs near 83 degrees. Unsettled weather may return Monday, with more storms possible. - Stay indoors and keep windows closed. Keep your pets indoors too! - When using air conditioning, keep the outdoor air intake closed and clean the filter to prevent outdoor smoke from getting inside. - If you go outside, avoid exertion and consider wearing a respirator (N95 or P100 mask). Monitor the air quality for your zip code at The Source Information in this article comes from the FOX 5 Weather Team and the National Weather Service.
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3 days ago
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Canada wildfires bring hazy sunshine to DC Tuesday as smoke drifts in, temps in the 80s
The Brief Hazy skies in D.C. as Canadian wildfire smoke drifts south, bringing filtered sunshine but no rain. Temperatures climb into the mid-80s Tuesday, kicking off stretch of warm days. Showers likely by the weekend, with increasing heat and humidity through midweek. WASHINGTON - A smoky haze is likely over parts of the D.C. region on Tuesday as Canadian wildfire smoke drifts into the region, bringing filtered sunshine but no rain. Temperatures will rise into the low 80s, marking the start of a stretch of warm days ahead. The day begins with a cool start, with morning lows in the 40s and 50s before climbing to an afternoon high of 84 degrees. A high-pressure system overhead will keep the region rain-free and steer any precipitation away. What we know Similar conditions are expected on Wednesday, though heat and humidity will start to build through the middle and later parts of the week. Overnight, skies remain clear, with temperatures dropping into the 50s and 60s. By Wednesday, look for summer-like weather with increased humidity and highs in the mid-80s. Sunny with his in the upper-80s on Friday, with a slight chance of showers. Showers are also likely on Saturday, with mostly cloudy skies and highs in the low 80s. By Sunday, sunshine returns, with temperatures reaching the upper-70s. - Stay indoors and keep windows closed. Keep your pets indoors too! - When using air conditioning, keep the outdoor air intake closed and clean the filter to prevent outdoor smoke from getting inside. - If you go outside, avoid exertion and consider wearing a respirator (N95 or P100 mask). Monitor the air quality for your zip code at The Source Information in this article comes from the FOX 5 Weather Team and the National Weather Service.
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30-05-2025
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Flood Watch across DC region Friday evening as heavy rain, storms approach
The Brief Flood Watch in effect across D.C. region starting Friday evening. Heavy rain, thunderstorms could bring up to four inches of rainfall. Severe weather possible, including damaging winds and large hail. WASHINGTON - A Flood Watch is in effect across the Washington, D.C. area on Friday as showers and thunderstorms move through later tonight, bringing the potential for flooding. Scattered showers and heavy fog dampened the early morning commute, but warm and humid conditions will build throughout the day. Mostly cloudy skies in the morning will clear as temperatures climb to near 80 degrees. What we know Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to develop by late afternoon and continue into the evening. The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch beginning at 7 p.m. for the District and areas along the I-95 corridor in central Maryland and northern Virginia. Some locations could see up to four inches of rainfall. The NWS warns that excessive runoff could lead to flooding in rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying areas. The storms may also produce isolated severe weather, with damaging winds and large hail possible. Showers could linger into Saturday morning, with a chance of thunderstorms. Highs will be near 70 degrees. Sunshine returns Sunday, with temperatures climbing to the upper 80s by midweek. Stay with the FOX 5 Weather Team for the latest forecast updates. The FOX LOCAL app is your source for live FOX 5 DC weather updates. Click here to download. The Source Information in this article comes from the FOX 5 Weather Team and the National Weather Service.
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21-05-2025
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DC weather: Rainy midweek ahead of dry, sunny Memorial Day weekend
The Brief Rainy midweek with steady showers tapering by midday, lingering in the afternoon. Heavy rain overnight, off-and-on showers Thursday, up to 1.5 inches of rain by Friday. Spotty showers Friday, then dry and sunny for Memorial Day weekend. WASHINGTON - After a dry start to the week, the Wednesday morning commute is expected to be a soggy one, with steady rain persisting through much of the day. What we know Showers began rolling through the region overnight. The rain will taper off by midday, though additional scattered showers are likely in the afternoon and evening. High temperatures on Wednesday will likely be in the upper-50s and low-60s. Periods of heavy rain will continue into the night. Off-and-on showers will linger through Thursday, keeping conditions cool. FOX 5's Taylor Grenda says an inch to an inch and a half of rain is expected between now and Friday, with isolated minor flooding possible in some areas. A spotty shower could pop up on Friday, but conditions will begin to dry out just in time for the upcoming Memorial Day holiday weekend, with sunny and dry weather expected. The Source Information in this article comes from the FOX 5 Weather Team and the National Weather Service.
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18-04-2025
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DC weather: Warm, sunny Easter weekend
The Brief Clear skies with highs near 80°F and gusts up to 29 mph. Upper 80s Saturday, near 80°F Sunday, with continued sunshine. Showers possible as temperatures drop into the 70s. WASHINGTON - The Washington, D.C. region is in for a spectacular Easter weekend, with plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures from Friday through Sunday. What we know FOX 5's Taylor Grenda says we can expect clear skies and highs near 80 degrees on Friday, though it will be a breezy day with wind gusts reaching up to 29 mph. Saturday brings even warmer temperatures, climbing to the upper 80s under continued clear skies. The sunny streak extends into Easter Sunday, with highs once again hovering around 80 degrees. Looking ahead to Monday, a chance of showers returns, accompanied by slightly cooler temperatures in the 70s. The Source Information in this article comes from the FOX 5 Weather Team and the National Weather Service.
