Unsettled weather expected this week with numerous showers and thunderstorms possible at times

An unsettled and rather wet weather pattern will take hold this week as a stationary/warm front lingers in the area through about Wednesday. This brings daily chances for showers, downpours, and thunderstorms. By Friday, a cold front will have passed through leaving less humid conditions along with meager rain chances and increasingly sunny skies.

MON: Warm and humid with highs in the low 80s for most areas. Dew points will be in the lower 70s so you definitely will feel the humidity outside. While not constant and not a washout, we do anticipate scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms throughout the day. The greatest chance of rainfall should occur between noon and 9pm, but heavier downpours cant be ruled out earlier. It will not rain heavily everywhere, but some areas will see 1-3" of rain which could cause some flash flooding. There is a low, but not 0 risk of severe weather, including gusty winds and a brief tornado or 2 especially south of the DC metro area. 

TUE: Tuesday will feature less rain during the day, so temperatures will be higher as a result of more sun with highs in the upper 80s to low 90s and likely very humid. A few showers or storms cant be ruled out during the day, but the highest chance of rain will come in the evening and overnight hours when an additional inch or so of rain could fall in some areas. The overall risk for severe weather on Tuesday is low, but not 0 given warmer temperatures and the warm front still nearby. Storms will once again be capable of producing heavy rainfall rates, but may be less widespread than Monday. 

WED: Wednesday will be similar to Monday with periods of showers, downpours, and storms during the afternoon and evening. High temps will range from the mid 80s to low 90s with dew points in the low-mid 70s leading to very humid conditions. Locally heavy rainfall will be possible, especially east of I-95 where an additional half inch to inch of rain is possible. The risk of severe weather appears to be quite low at this time.

THUR: On Thursday, a cold front will begin making its way though, bringing yet another round of at least scattered showers and storms. High temperatures will range from 85-90 degrees with periods of sun and clouds amongst the afternoon and evening showers and storms. Some storms could produce locally heavy rain, gusty winds, and lightning. The coverage of storms should be less than prior days.

FRI: The cold front should move through fairly early on Friday, leaving us with only isolated chances for showers. High temps will once again be in the upper 80s to around 90 but with gradually lowering humidity and mainly sunny skies thanks to a change to NW winds. Overall, it likely will end up a pretty nice day considering what the rest of the week will be like. 

SAT: This is definitely the pick of the week with little to no chance of rain, sunny skies, and low humidity. It will be warm, with highs in the mid 80s to low 90s, but still not a bad day at all for outdoor activities.