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Full Weather Report

Last updated on February 20, 2026 at 12:05 a.m.

Steve Rudin, 7News First Alert Meteorologist

OVERNIGHT:
Showers. Drizzle. Patchy fog
Lows: 36-42
Winds: East 5 mph
Light rain and drizzle linger with another round of steadier rain possible toward morning. Areas of fog may redevelop late, with temperatures holding in the 40s and light winds.

FRIDAY:
Morning rain. Gradual clearing
Highs: 50s and 60s
Winds: Northwest 5-10 mph
Rain continues in the morning before ending from west to east during the afternoon as a cold front moves through. Temperatures vary widely, with 60s south and west, 50s in the metro, and upper 40s north and east, with breezes around 10–15 mph.

SATURDAY:
Partly sunny
Highs: 50s
Winds: Northwest 5-10 mph
Saturday looks quieter but stays on the cool side behind Friday’s cold front. Expect a mix of clouds and some sunshine through the day, with highs in the low to mid 50s and a light northwest breeze around 10 mph. It’s a decent outdoor day overall, but the atmosphere will already be gearing up for a more active pattern by late weekend.

SUNDAY:
Areas of rain. Wintry mix possible late
Highs: 30s
Winds: Northwest 5-15, Gusts to 25 mph
All eyes turn to a potential winter storm as colder air begins to filter into the region. Precipitation likely starts as a cold rain and may transition to a wintry mix and snow after sunset as temperatures fall. Some scenarios bring only light snow showers while others suggest a more impactful setup for parts of the DMV and East Coast. It is a forecast to watch closely.