Washington DC is expecting mostly sunny conditions this morning that’ll give way to scattered showers and thunderstorms this afternoon, with a high near 82°F and light north winds around 6 mph.
Here’s what you need to know: Storms arrive between 2 PM and 3 PM ET, according to the National Weather Service. If you’re planning to be outdoors around the National Mall, Rock Creek Park, or heading to tonight’s Throwback Night: Washington Spirit vs. Kansas City Current at Audi Field (6:30 PM ET), grab a compact travel umbrella just in case. The rain threat is moderate at 48–50%, with rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter inch expected. Severe weather isn’t a major concern thanks to weak wind shear, but any stronger storms could produce gusty downbursts.
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Tonight, scattered showers and thunderstorms continue through early morning with a low around 54°F and a 35% chance of rain. Plan for wet conditions if you’re heading out to any of tonight’s concerts—St. Paul and the Broken Bones at 9:30 CLUB or Audien & Nicky Romero at Echostage (both 9 PM ET)—so dress in layers and bring that umbrella.
Saturday looks wetter. Rain showers become likely before 5 PM ET, then showers and thunderstorms take over. The high will only reach 64°F with gusty easterly winds up to 21 mph. This isn’t ideal for outdoor activities, but it’s a great day to catch RAYE - THIS TOUR MAY CONTAIN NEW MUSIC at The Anthem on Sunday (April 26)—grab Find tickets on StubHub to secure your spot, and pick up a RAYE t-shirt to complete the look.
Saturday night gets even more active with an 88% rain chance and steady showers expected. If you’re planning to grill this weekend, hold off until next week when high pressure builds in and conditions improve.
What to do today: Finish outdoor tasks—yard work, mowing, errands—by early afternoon before storms roll in. If you’re staying in, this is the perfect day for comfort food. A hearty slow cooker chili or beef stew pairs perfectly with this weather. You can set it in the morning and have dinner ready by evening. Grab a programmable slow cooker to make weeknight dinners easier, and order groceries on Amazon to stock up on everything you need.
Looking ahead: Sunday clears out with improving conditions and high pressure moving in early next week. The warmth returns midweek before the next system approaches Tuesday. Get outdoor plans in for Sunday and Monday before the next rain chance arrives.
Stay dry out there, neighbors!
