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DC weather: Chance of showers, cooler temperatures Monday
Lingering showers with cooler temperatures in the low-60s on Monday.
WASHINGTON - Lingering showers and cooler temperatures in the low 60s will start the week across the Washington, D.C. region on Monday.
What we know:
Rain showers will move into the area as a low‑pressure system approaches, and light rain may continue through the morning commute. Temperatures will hold in the low 60s, so an extra layer, and the umbrella, will come in handy early in the day.
Conditions gradually improve through the afternoon as skies begin to clear. Sunshine breaks through later in the day, with highs near 63 degrees,
What's next:
Tuesday starts off cool, but clearer skies will help temperatures rebound to near 70 degrees by the afternoon.
Another chance of rain arrives Wednesday, with highs near 72 degrees.
Mostly sunny skies return Thursday and Friday, with temperatures close to 70 degrees.
By the weekend, warmer weather builds in, with sunshine pushing highs back into the 80s.
Monday Weather Timeline
- Monday morning–afternoon
A chance of showers before 1 p.m.; cloudy early, then mostly sunny; high near 63
- Late afternoon
Gradual clearing continues with mostly sunny skies and temperatures in the low 60s.
- Tonight
Mostly clear with a low around 47 and light
The Source: Information in this article comes from the FOX 5 Weather Team and the National Weather Service.