Washington DC is looking at a mostly sunny afternoon with a high near 81°F and northwest winds around 8 mph—basically picture-perfect spring weather that’ll have you itching to get outside.
This afternoon through early evening is your sweet spot for outdoor plans around the National Mall, Rock Creek Park, and the Potomac waterfront. The National Weather Service says we’ll stay mostly dry with only a 7% chance of rain, so if you’ve got tickets to the Washington Nationals vs. Atlanta Braves game at Nationals Park this evening, you’re in luck. Grab some Official team gear on Fanatics to show your support, and plan to arrive early—the weather is too nice to rush.
The evening cools to around 58°F tonight with mostly clear skies and minimal wind, making it ideal for a walk around the monuments or dinner al fresco. If you’re heading to one of tonight’s concerts—José González at the 9:30 Club—you’ll have pleasant conditions for getting there.
Friday brings the first weather wrinkle. Highs again near 81°F, but the National Weather Service Area Forecast Discussion warns of a stalled boundary nearby that’ll gradually oscillate over western and north-central Maryland. Expect a 40% chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 2 PM and 5 PM, with isolated storms possible into the evening. Most locations will stay dry, but if you’re planning outdoor activities—like catching the Washington Spirit Throwback Night vs. Kansas City Current at Audi Field Friday evening or the D.C. United vs. Orlando City SC match Saturday—keep an eye on the radar. The severe threat remains low, though gusty winds can’t be ruled out with any storms that develop. Rainfall, if it occurs, will be light (less than a tenth of an inch in most spots).
If you’re planning to golf this weekend, today is your best bet. Grab a golf hat visor and get out to one of the local courses—conditions are as good as it gets. If you’re thinking about hitting the links Friday, be prepared to work around afternoon storms.
Perfect grilling weather today. Fire up the grill for burgers, steaks, or grilled chicken with corn on the cob. Make sure you’ve got an instant-read meat thermometer and a grill brush and scraper set ready to go. If you need ingredients for tonight’s cookout, you can order groceries on Amazon and have everything delivered to your door.
Weekend outlook: Cooler temperatures arrive Saturday and Sunday as a weak low-pressure system and wavering front push through, bringing increased shower chances and highs only in the mid-60s. Plan indoor activities—like the St. Paul and the Broken Bones concert at the 9:30 Club Friday night or catching Throwback Night: Washington Spirit vs. Kansas City Current Friday at Audi Field—and grab tickets on SeatGeek or StubHub for the best rates.
Enjoy today’s warmth and sunshine while it lasts!
