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Full Weather Report

Last updated on January 17, 2026 at 3:46 p.m.

Mark Peña, 7News First Alert Meteorologist

THIS EVENING:
Increasing clouds
Temperatures: 35-45
Winds: West 5 mph
Clouds will increase ahead of the second weather maker this weekend. Dry conditions expected until around midnight.

TONIGHT:
Overcast, Wintry Mix
Lows: 30-34
Winds: Northwest 5 mph
Clouds thicken overnight with low temperatures near freezing. A weather-maker approaching from the west will increase moisture levels ahead of another cold front. Light rain and snow showers are possible after midnight, with ground temperatures above freezing, little to no snow accumulation is expected. Slick spots will be possible on bridges and overpasses.

TOMORROW:
Cloudy, few snow showers
Highs: 32-36
Wind Chill: 20s
Winds: Northwest 10-20 mph
Behind the cold front, there remains low chances for light snow as a coastal low develops offshore. The latest model data keeps the majority of precipitation over the Atlantic, but with the DMV being on the cold side, some flurries or light snow is possible. The First Alert Weather Team will continue to monitor for any changes that would increase winter weather impacts in our area.

TOMORROW NIGHT:
Mostly clear
Lows: 18-24
Wind Chills: 10s
Winds: West 5 mph
Clouds clear for the most part and light winds will allow temperatures to drop into the teens and 20s.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day:
Mostly sunny
Highs: 35-40
Wind Chill: 30s
Winds: West 10-20 mph
Blustery and cold weather is in store for our holiday Monday. High temperatures will top out in the upper 30s with wind chills going from the teens in the morning to 30s during the afternoon. Dress warmly if you are heading to the annual MLK Peace Walk & Parade starting at 11 a.m. in southeast D.C.

TUESDAY: COLD ALERT
Sunny
Highs: 25-30
Wind Chill: 10s
Winds: Northwest 10-20 mph
The coldest day so far this winter is in store with wake-up wind chills near zero degrees. Afternoon highs stay below freezing in the upper 20s.

WEDNESDAY:
Sunny, breezy
Highs: 35-40
Winds: South 5-15 mph; Gusts: 20-25 mph
After a very cold start to the day, temperatures will rebound quickly with a return of south winds. Otherwise, a pleasant, sunny day is expected.