When will it snow? Two-pronged winter storm takes aim at DC region

When will it snow? Two-pronged winter storm takes aim at DC region

Despite the relatively low snowfall total for Washington, D.C. so far this winter, as only 3.8" of snow has fallen to date, it has been a very active second half of the winter in terms of the number of winter storms. Winter storm watches are expected to be issued for parts of our region later this afternoon for the third time in just the last two weeks. MOBILE USERS -- CLICK HERE TO WATCH LIVE

Despite the relatively low snowfall total for Washington, D.C. so far this winter, as only 3.8" of snow has fallen to date, it has been a very active second half of the winter in terms of the number of winter storms. Winter storm watches are expected to be issued for parts of our region later this afternoon for the third time in just the last two weeks. MOBILE USERS -- CLICK HERE TO WATCH LIVE

More snow? Midweek storm could bring more snow to DC region; polar vortex brings weekend arctic blast

More snow? Midweek storm could bring more snow to DC region; polar vortex brings weekend arctic blast

Snow fell for hours on Sunday morning, but ground temperatures remained above freezing enough that the majority of it fell as "white rain" across the D.C. area. --  snow that immediately melted on contact.

Snow fell for hours on Sunday morning, but ground temperatures remained above freezing enough that the majority of it fell as "white rain" across the D.C. area. --  snow that immediately melted on contact.

Tahoe-area man rescued after spending a week stranded in snow

Tahoe-area man rescued after spending a week stranded in snow

A Tahoe-area man was rescued after spending a week stranded in his vehicle in heavy snow in mountainous, back country terrain.

A Tahoe-area man was rescued after spending a week stranded in his vehicle in heavy snow in mountainous, back country terrain.

How much more snow? Light snow across DC region Monday, very windy Tuesday as nor'easter slams northeast

How much more snow? Light snow across DC region Monday, very windy Tuesday as nor'easter slams northeast

Sunday in my opinion was almost the perfect snowfall. Light but steady most of the afternoon, enough to drape everything in a layer of white to give that "winter wonderland" look, sled in, and have fun without causing mass chaos. Region wide, it was a generally 2-5" of snow for the DC region.

Sunday in my opinion was almost the perfect snowfall. Light but steady most of the afternoon, enough to drape everything in a layer of white to give that "winter wonderland" look, sled in, and have fun without causing mass chaos. Region wide, it was a generally 2-5" of snow for the DC region.

DC Mayor Bowser declares snow emergency

DC Mayor Bowser declares snow emergency

A snow emergency has been declared in the District today through Tuesday morning.

A snow emergency has been declared in the District today through Tuesday morning.

DC region braces for first possible significant snowfall of 2021

DC region braces for first possible significant snowfall of 2021

As the temperatures stay low and the wind picks up, our area is bracing for what could be the first significant snowfall in quite some time.

As the temperatures stay low and the wind picks up, our area is bracing for what could be the first significant snowfall in quite some time.

How much snow? Devil in the details for possible winter storm Sunday and Monday

How much snow? Devil in the details for possible winter storm Sunday and Monday

Thursday marks not just the fourth day of the workweek, but also the fourth day in a row that all the major weather forecast computer models are showing the threat for measurable snow in the Washington, D.C. region to end the weekend. Consistency is important in the world of weather forecasting, which is one of the reason that the storm has been all the buzz on social media recently.

Thursday marks not just the fourth day of the workweek, but also the fourth day in a row that all the major weather forecast computer models are showing the threat for measurable snow in the Washington, D.C. region to end the weekend. Consistency is important in the world of weather forecasting, which is one of the reason that the storm has been all the buzz on social media recently.

Winter threat remains for early next week with snow possible Sunday into Monday

Winter threat remains for early next week with snow possible Sunday into Monday

Weather models yesterday afternoon caused quite the stir on social media when the European model called for over two feet of snow early next week across the Washington, D.C. region. We always advise caution with such extreme amounts however. That is not to say that storms like that cannot happen, as we have just passed the five year anniversary of the last storm that did just that, the blizzard of January 2016. Conditions for such storms typically need to be ideal though, they are the "perfect storms" in many ways because the atmospheric setup needs to be just right. As things stand right now, we do not believe we are dealing with such a case here. In fact, the very same model that showed over two feet yesterday is now just showing half a foot as of this morning. Considerably less...but still impactful. Still very much a storm worth watching into early next week.

Weather models yesterday afternoon caused quite the stir on social media when the European model called for over two feet of snow early next week across the Washington, D.C. region. We always advise caution with such extreme amounts however. That is not to say that storms like that cannot happen, as we have just passed the five year anniversary of the last storm that did just that, the blizzard of January 2016. Conditions for such storms typically need to be ideal though, they are the "perfect storms" in many ways because the atmospheric setup needs to be just right. As things stand right now, we do not believe we are dealing with such a case here. In fact, the very same model that showed over two feet yesterday is now just showing half a foot as of this morning. Considerably less...but still impactful. Still very much a storm worth watching into early next week.

Snow showers possible Thursday; eyes on late weekend storm risk

Snow showers possible Thursday; eyes on late weekend storm risk

A little over a month after the winter solstice and Reagan National, D.C.'s officially measuring post for snowfall, has officially picked up the first measurable snow of the winter season. Though just 0.3", it was the most snow the District has picked up in over a year, and accounts for 50% of last years seasonal snowfall total. While last night's snowfall totals were far from memorable, we do have the potential of possibly adding to it within the next week.

A little over a month after the winter solstice and Reagan National, D.C.'s officially measuring post for snowfall, has officially picked up the first measurable snow of the winter season. Though just 0.3", it was the most snow the District has picked up in over a year, and accounts for 50% of last years seasonal snowfall total. While last night's snowfall totals were far from memorable, we do have the potential of possibly adding to it within the next week.

Closings, delays and virtual learning announcements for Tuesday, January 26

Closings, delays and virtual learning announcements for Tuesday, January 26

Here are the latest closings, delays and virtual learning announcements for Tuesday, January 26 as winter weather moves through the D.C. region Monday morning.

Here are the latest closings, delays and virtual learning announcements for Tuesday, January 26 as winter weather moves through the D.C. region Monday morning.