Severe storms possible in D.C. area Thursday afternoon and evening Matthew Cappucci A high-resolution model simulation of storms in the D.C. area Thursday evening. (Pivotal Weather) It’s the second day of meteorological summer, and Washington’s characteristic thunderstorm chances are returning with the warm, humid weather. Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible Thursday afternoon and evening across the DMV, with strong to locally damaging winds being the main threat. D.C.-area forecast: Warm today and not too humid; muggier Thursday with late day storms The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has the region at a Level 2 out of 5 slight risk for severe weather.
Front to bring rain, big changes into Memorial Day Weekend
Front to bring rain, big changes into Memorial Day Weekend
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Thursday, May 27 2021
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A cold front will move into the area on Friday returning the chance for organized showers and thunderstorms. After clearing the coast by Sunday, some nice changes are in store.
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