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Tuesday PM Forecast: Cold front to reinforce cooler weather, bring a few showers

Posted 5:28 PM 1/13/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

Freezing temperatures will be put on hold as passing disturbances bring the chance for a few showers through Wednesday. That break won’t last long, as another round of cold air will move in to wrap up the week.

Tonight & Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy skies will take (More)

1/12/2026

Monday PM Forecast: get used to a jacket this week, longer stretch of chilly temperatures

Monday PM Forecast: get used to a jacket this week, longer stretch of chilly temperatures

Posted 2:08 PM 1/12/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

It looks like winter is making itself comfortable across the Capital Area this week. We have a string of chilly mornings ahead, but the trade-off will be plenty of bright sunshine to help get us through. With a number of near-freezing mornings possible, here are some friendly, cold-weather (More)

1/11/2026

Sunday PM Forecast: An extended stay of cooler temperatures

Sunday PM Forecast: An extended stay of cooler temperatures

Posted 3:51 PM 1/11/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

The Capital Area is in for an extended stretch of cooler temperatures this week. A couple of cold fronts will reinforce the cool pattern, bringing several near-freezing starts. Even on the milder days, temperatures will still be seasonable for the time of year.

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1/10/2026

Saturday PM Forecast: Moving into a much cooler weather pattern

Posted 5:42 PM 1/10/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

We are done with the heavy rain and thunderstorms, and a much cooler weather pattern will emerge! This pattern also looks to have a lot of staying power.

Tonight & Tomorrow: Clouds will be widespread to start off the night, with some partial clearing occurring around (More)

1/7/2026

Wednesday PM Forecast: one more round of fog before rain and thunderstorms

Wednesday PM Forecast: one more round of fog before rain and thunderstorms

Posted 3:49 PM 1/7/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

The Storm Station is tracking three impacts over the next three days. Thick morning fog and record-challenging warmth will remain possible; the workweek will end stormy thanks to a cold front, and then much cooler air will spill into the Capital Area.  

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1/6/2026

Tuesday PM Forecast: fog, record warmth followed by big weekend shake-up

Posted 4:08 PM 1/6/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

A DENSE FOG ADVISORY will be in effect from midnight to 10 am Wednesday. Visibility of one quarter mile or less could make driving conditions hazardous. If driving, slow down, use your low beam headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.

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1/5/2026

Monday PM Forecast: Another warmup, more opportunities for fog and rain

Posted 5:40 PM 1/5/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

The rest of the week will bring near-record warmth and rising humidity. This will set the stage for the return of fog and rain — the next two impacts.

Tonight & Tomorrow: Despite evening clearing, clouds will roll back into the area overnight. There might be a (More)

1/4/2026

Sunday PM Forecast: Rising temps and humidity leading to two weather impacts this week

Posted 9:45 PM 1/4/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

The upcoming week will be on the warmer side of average, with rising temperatures and humidity resulting in occasional morning fog and the eventual return of rain.

Tonight & Tomorrow: Clouds proved stubborn to break on Sunday, and in so doing, they will likely linger (More)

1/3/2026

Saturday PM Forecast: Drier and cooler air to end weekend, another warmup next week

Posted 5:56 PM 1/3/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

After the passage of a cold front earlier today, drier and cooler air will filter in overnight. The nicer feel will be short lived, as another warming trend will take place next week.

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1/2/2026

Friday PM Forecast: spotty showers to start weekend, slight and brief cooldown to follow

Posted 4:46 PM 1/2/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

A weak cold front will move through early in the weekend. Initially, some spotty showers will be possible, followed by a slight and brief dip in temperatures.

Saturday: mild, passing showers early

Sunday: crisp and clear

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