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Saturday PM Forecast: Widespread rain overnight before a cooldown

Posted 5:41 PM 4/18/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

A cold front moving through tonight will first bring widespread showers and a few storms. After the rain passes, temperatures will take a big dip.

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4/17/2026

Friday PM Forecast: weekend cold front brings showers, big temperature changes

Posted 3:42 PM 4/17/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

The Storm Station forecast points toward a weekend of two halves, starting with a warm, muggy feel and ending with cool, drier air. A cold front will sweep through Saturday night to bring showers and thunderstorms, followed by big temperature changes.

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4/16/2026

Thursday PM Forecast: expect a pattern flip during the middle of the weekend

Posted 8:41 PM 4/16/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

The Capital Area will keep sunshine and warm temperatures through the first half of the weekend before a cold front brings showers and a cooldown. If you are heading out to any local festivals or sporting events, keep in mind that the sun is getting stronger this time of year, so sun protection (More)

4/15/2026

Wednesday PM Forecast: Weekend front to chase away heat and deliver showers

Posted 4:57 PM 4/15/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

The same warm and slightly muggy conditions are set to continue for a few more days. However, a cold front is eyeing the area for the weekend, promising a refreshing reset along with a round of scattered showers and thunderstorms.

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4/14/2026

Tuesday PM Forecast: Upper 80s continue until weekend cold front brings showers

Tuesday PM Forecast: Upper 80s continue until weekend cold front brings showers

Posted 2:29 PM 4/14/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

Unseasonable warmth will continue through the workweek. A cold front will eventually bring some cooler temperatures and even a chance for showers and thunderstorms over the weekend.  

More warmth: highs in the upper 80s through the week

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4/13/2026

Monday PM Forecast: Toasty temperatures just ahead of a weekend cold front

Posted 5:00 PM 4/13/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

The steady weather pattern continues with only a subtle rise in heat, sending highs closer to 90° by late week. Some improvement in temperatures will come over the weekend with the arrival of another cold front.

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4/12/2026

Sunday PM Forecast: Soon to be flirting with the 90-degree mark

Posted 9:47 PM 4/12/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

The upcoming week will feature plenty of sunshine, with temperatures that feel much more like late May than mid-April. This setup will cooperate with most outdoor plans, provided that sunscreen and hydration become part of the daily routine.

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4/11/2026

Saturday PM Forecast: Temperatures climb as skies stay mainly dry

Posted 5:40 PM 4/11/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

Temperatures will continue to tick upwards throughout the coming week as skies stay for the most part rain free. Some could even hit the 90 degree mark by the end of the week!

Tonight & Tomorrow: Quiet weather conditions will continue into the overnight hours, with (More)

4/10/2026

Friday PM Forecast: Warm & quiet weather sticks around for the foreseeable future

Posted 5:27 PM 4/10/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

High pressure will have a steady influence on our weather for the foreseeable future. This will lead to warm temperatures in the 80s, and also little to no chance of rain.

The Weekend: After some isolated showers this evening, all activity will clear out overnight. Skies (More)

4/9/2026

Thursday PM Forecast: isolated showers possible Friday before warm, dry weekend

Posted 5:09 PM 4/9/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

The Capital Area is in for a stretch of warm, spring-like weather with temperatures steadily climbing into the mid-80s by the end of the weekend. While some locations will stay totally dry through Sunday, spotty showers are possible on Friday, especially south of the interstates.

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