The National Weather Service is showing increasing confidence in the potential for a significant winter storm to impact the region this weekend, followed by a stretch of dangerously cold temperatures heading into next week.
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Almost all major weather models are now showing a strong signal for significant snow impacting the region this coming weekend. Some model outputs are displaying extreme scenarios, including snowfall totals measured in feet, but forecasters caution that the event is still roughly five days away, leaving plenty of time for the setup to shift.
The DC region is entering a stretch of active winter weather, with forecasters tracking both near-term temperature swings and the potential for snow later this week (likely over the weekend).
A snowy signal is beginning to show up on long-range weather models, and local forecasters are taking notice. NBC4 Meteorologist Doug Kammerer shared an update indicating that European ensemble guidance is showing a meaningful signal for snowfall across the Mid-Atlantic over the next two weeks.
Montgomery County has issued an Extreme Cold Alert until 3pm until Tuesday, January 20. Wind chills are expected to fall below 32°F, and residents are advised to dress in layers and take precautions if spending extended time outdoors. (more…)
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for much of the region as snow is expected to impact travel throughout the day Sunday.
Rain and snow are expected to move into the region late tonight and continue through Sunday, with light accumulations possible across parts of Maryland.
Montgomery County has issued an Extreme Cold Alert for Sunday, January 18, from 4am until 3pm. Wind chills are expected to fall below 32°F, and residents are advised to dress in layers and take precautions if spending extended time outdoors. (more…)
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A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect this morning for parts of northwest Montgomery County, including areas like Germantown, Clarksburg, Poolesville, and Damascus.
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Montgomery County has issued an Extreme Cold Alert from Friday, January 16, at 3pm through Saturday, January 17 at 11am. Wind chills are expected to fall below 32°F, and residents are advised to dress in layers and take precautions if spending extended time outdoors.
Montgomery County has issued an Extreme Cold Alert for Thursday, January 15, from 3pm until Friday, January 16, at 3pm. Wind chills are expected to fall below 32°F, and residents are advised to dress in layers and take precautions if spending extended time outdoors. (more…)