Forecast Discussion
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Thursday AM Forecast: Much cooler today, more fronts on the way
Posted 12:09 PM 1/15/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers
After a cold front passage yesterday, temperatures will feel much cooler today. The atmosphere will try to warm on some days, but multiple fronts will keep us from any drastic warmups.
Today & Tonight: Sunshine will dominate today with highs barley reaching the (More)
Yesterday
Thursday PM Forecast: two cold fronts, more chilly air on the way
Posted 5:39 PM 1/14/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus
A cold front will sweep through the Capital Area on Wednesday night and will usher in a very wintry feel for the next few days. Despite slight, short attempts at moderating, several reinforcing blows of cold air are expected in the Storm Station 7-Day Forecast.
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1/13/2026
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
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
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
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.
A DENSE FOG (More)
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)