Snow, sleet, freezing rain expected Saturday across DC region

WASHINGTON - A messy mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain is expected across the Washington, D.C. region on Saturday as an active weather pattern brings the possibility of snowfall to parts of the DMV over the next week.

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Wintry mix expected to disrupt travel

What we know:

FOX 5’s Taylor Grenda says Friday will be cool, dry, and breezy with a mix of sun and clouds and high temperatures near 50 degrees.

The weekend weather threat arrives on Saturday after cold air builds overnight. Wintry conditions, starting as snow and sleet before mixing with rain and freezing rain, are expected to begin around noon.

Icy conditions forecasted for Saturday afternoon

Timeline:

The wintry mix is expected to continue into the evening, with temperatures remaining around 30 degrees. These icy conditions could result in significant travel delays and disruptions on Saturday afternoon and evening. The National Weather Service advises drivers to prepare for slippery roads, slow down, and exercise caution while traveling.

The winter weather will clear out overnight, leaving a mostly sunny Sunday with highs near 50 degrees.

Weather threats return midweek

What's next:

After a cool and cloudy Monday, the threat of snow returns on Tuesday. A storm that may begin as snow is expected to change to a wintry mix throughout the afternoon and evening. Following a dry and cool Wednesday, another chance of a wintry mix of rain and snow is expected by Thursday.

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