Capital Weather Gang

12/17/2024

We've reached at least 65 this afternoon in DC. That's enough for a record high (tie). Our 12th record high this year.

Details: https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2024/12/17/dc-forecast-sunshine-returns/ -B4MFD3H5SFAFRCX5S4KWPVRCNE

12/17/2024

Looking for a last minute holiday gift? CWG has another book recommendation:

Megalodons Mermaids & Climate Change by marine scientist and science educator Ellen Prager and meteorologist Dave Jones.

This is a really fun, educational read on the ocean and atmosphere.

More info: https://cup.columbia.edu/book/megalodons-mermaids-and-climate-change/9780231212496

12/17/2024

D.C.-area forecast and updates: Warm sunshine returns this afternoon, but rain is back late Wednesday

Expect cold weather Thursday through the weekend.

12/17/2024

D.C.-area forecast: Warm sunshine returns this afternoon, but rain is back late Wednesday

Expect cold weather Thursday through the weekend.

12/17/2024

Tuesday's digit - 6/10: Yesterday was soggy but it’s dry and warm today with sunny skies on the way. Matt, CWG

12/16/2024

Why it has essentially stopped snowing in D.C. during December

Climate change seems to be melting away our snow chances.

12/16/2024

Here's how much rain fell over the last 24 hours (Sunday and Sunday night)! We needed it. How much did you get?

And, yes, some areas got some snow too. Let us know if you had snow accumulation.

We have a summary of the precip in our latest forecast and updates here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2024/12/16/dc-weather-forecast-updates-mild-rain/

12/16/2024

Today's digit: 5/10 - There’s a pause in the rain, but it’s still dreary and a bit raw. Jason, CWG

12/16/2024

D.C.-area forecast and updates: Cloudy and mild today, then a big chill by the weekend

Tuesday has a chance to hit 60 before rain and then colder temperatures .

12/16/2024

Hundreds feared dead in Mayotte as Tropical Cyclone Chido devastates island

Chido was the most intense tropical cyclone on record to make landfall in the French territory of Mayotte, an archipelago in the Southwest Indian Ocean.

12/16/2024

D.C.-area forecast: Cloudy and mild today, then a big chill by the weekend

Tuesday has a chance to hit 60 before rain and then colder temperatures.

12/15/2024

Mild into Wednesday with mainly-nighttime rain chances. Cooler and drier into the weekend.

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12/15/2024

Main show for light snow and sleet I81 corridor region but some snowflakes and sleet pellets into our area on front end of showers this afternoon.

Will be changing to all rain south to north where it does mix. Temps above freezing in our area. Update: https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2024/12/15/dc-area-forecast-updates-sunday-rain-wintry-mix/ -IPD43EZFHVA7VK467KAXNIC2KI

12/15/2024

Sunday Digit: 4/10 - Cloudy with chilly p.m. rain showers and maybe a wintry mix for some. A great day to cozy up fireside. -Molly, CWG

12/15/2024

D.C. area forecast and updates: Light rain this afternoon. Touch of wintry mix north and west?

Any light accumulation of snow or ice should stay well west of the Beltway.

12/15/2024

Why Southern California’s fire season will extend through December

Below normal rainfall and Santa Ana winds are adding to the fire risk in December in Southern California - where the Franklin Fire is still burning in Malibu.

12/15/2024

Some N.C. residents distrust FEMA so much they’re hesitant to apply for hurricane aid

It is one of the more unusual elements of Hurricane Helene’s aftermath in western North Carolina.

12/15/2024

D.C.-area forecast: Light rain this afternoon. Touch of wintry mix north and west?

Any light accumulation of snow or ice should stay well west of the Beltway.