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Full Weather Report

Last updated on March 9, 2026 at 7:46 p.m.

Veronica Johnson, 7News First Alert Meteorologist

The beginning of the week is going to feel much warmer than the end of the week. Clear skies will lend the way to continuing warm, sunny weather for the D.C. area through Tuesday, with highs near 80.

Wednesday will bring a mix of sun and clouds, as well as the warmest temperatures of the year so far. Showers and thunderstorms will approach overnight, with a chance for strong to severe thunderstorms.

A strong cold front is expected to arrive overnight into Thursday, along with widespread rain, windy conditions and falling temperatures throughout the day.

7News First Alert Forecast

MONDAY NIGHT/OVERNIGHT: Clear. Lows between 43 and 50.
Winds: Light and variable

TUESDAY: Sunny. Highs between 75 and 80.
Winds: South 5 to 10 mph

WEDNESDAY: Warm, with evening thunderstorms. Highs between 77 and 85.
Winds: Southwest 10 to 20 mph, gusts 25 to 30 mph

THURSDAY: Early rain and wind. Morning will start in the 60s before falling to the 40s in the afternoon.
Winds: Northwest 15 to 25 mph, gusts 35 to 45 mph