DC weather: Severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect amid airport ground stops
Thunderstorm warnings issued in DC, along with Montgomery, Fairfax and Prince George's counties
Severe thunderstorm warnings have already been issued for several counties in Maryland and Virginia, along with Washington D.C.
WASHINGTON - A hot and humid Monday across the Washington, DC region, with temperatures climbing into the mid‑90s as thunderstorms cause ground stops at all area airports and bring potentially dangerous conditions.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 6:15 p.m.
Charles County.
Flash Flood Warning until 6:15 p.m.
Frederick County.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 6 p.m.
Anne Arundel County
Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 9 p.m.
Fauquier County, City of Manassas, Prince William County, City of Fredericksburg, City of Alexandria, Stafford County, City of Fairfax, Fairfax County, Arlington County, Montgomery County, Anne Arundel County, Charles County, Prince Georges County, District of Columbia.
Ground stops at DC area airports until 5:45 p.m.
Ground stops have been issued at DCA, BWI and IAD.
What we know:
By mid‑ to late afternoon, summer thunderstorms may develop, some capable of becoming strong or severe. A few isolated storms could pop up as early as 2 or 3 p.m., but the better chance arrives toward the end of the evening commute and into the night. Damaging wind gusts, hail and heavy downpours are the primary concerns, especially with saturated ground increasing the risk of localized flooding.
A slight risk for severe weather covers the District and areas north, with a marginal risk extending southward. Storms may linger past sunset before gradually tapering overnight.
Highs reach about 95 degrees Monday, with heat index values well above 100. Tuesday brings similar conditions with heat, humidity and storm risks late in the day. The D.C. region stays in the 90s through the end of the week before a break in the heat and humidity arrives closer to the weekend.
Monday Storm Threat Timeline
This Afternoon
- A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4 p.m. High near 94.
Tonight
- A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 75.
Tuesday
- A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Partly sunny, high near 90.
DC weather: Thunderstorm risk Monday with highs in the mid-90s
A risk of thunderstorms across the Washington, D.C. region on Monday with highs in the mid-90s.
The Source: Information in this article comes from the FOX 5 Weather Team and the National Weather Service.