Snow, rain in DC region Monday creates messy commute, school delays

FOX 5 Weather forecast for Monday, December 11

Taylor Grenda has the FOX 5 Weather forecast for Monday, December 11

WASHINGTON - A snowy, rainy mix across parts of the D.C. region early Monday morning made for a messy commute and prompted several school delays.

The heavy rain from Sunday ended as a brief period of snow overnight, say FOX 5's Tucker Barnes. Most of the snow that fell came overnight to areas north and west of the District.

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Winter weather forces school delays in DC region

A blast of snow and rain made for a slippery commute Monday morning and prompted a number of school delays.

Accumulations were mostly limited to grassy areas where a coating to about an inch was seen.

Drivers should use caution on the roadways and should allow extra time for the morning commute. Some streets and sidewalks will be slick during the morning hours.

The winter weather prompted many schools systems across the region to delay opening times. Here are the latest CLOSINGS & DELAYS for Monday, December 11, 2023.

A chilly and breezy rest of the day with winds from 10 to 15 mph and high temperatures near 43 degrees.