Weather

NEW: Another Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for Friday night

The snow may be mostly over but we’re not done with wintry hazards.

A light freezing rain is expected tonight between 7 p.m.-1 a.m., potentially leading to a “a light glaze of ice” and “very slippery sidewalks, roads and bridges,” according to the National Weather Service.

The weather service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Friday night, noting that freezing fog and a refreeze of melted snow are also possible, adding to the treacherous conditions.

More, below, from NWS.

1248 PM EST Fri Dec 5 2025

…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY…

* WHAT…Light freezing rain and drizzle, with a light glaze of ice expected.

* WHERE…Washington DC, and portions of central, northern, and southern Maryland, and central and northern Virginia.

* WHEN…From 7 PM this evening to 1 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS…Very slippery sidewalks, roads and bridges are possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…In addition to light freezing rain, drizzle and fog, any melted snow will refreeze as temperatures drop back into the 20s.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

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