Get ready for a wintry and windy Saturday.
A Winter Weather Advisory and Wind Advisory, both of which take effect Saturday morning, were just issued for Arlington. Forecasters expect wind gusts up to 55 mph and snow accumulation of 2-4 inches as a storm system moves up the East Coast.
From the National Weather Service:
325 PM EST Fri Mar 11 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 3 PM EST SATURDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Northwest winds will gust around 45 to 55 mph.
* WHERE…Portions of central and northeastern Maryland, northern and central Virginia, and the District of Columbia, including most of the DC and Baltimore metros.
* WHEN…From 7 AM to 3 PM EST Saturday. Rain will change to snow between 7 and 9 AM early Saturday. The steadiest snow will be through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Visibility may be reduced to below one- quarter mile at times. Brief near blizzard conditions are possible between 8 and 11 AM.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
Also from NWS:
326 PM EST Fri Mar 11 2022
…WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM SATURDAY TO 1 AM EST SUNDAY…
* WHAT…Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
* WHERE…Portions of northern and central Maryland, northern Virginia, and the District of Columbia including the DC and Baltimore metro areas.
* WHEN…From 6 AM Saturday to 1 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down. Several power outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…A few gusts to around 60 mph are possible. Strong winds may persist into early Sunday morning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. Prepare for power outages.
The Washington Post’s Capital Weather Gang is a bit more measured in terms of its snow accumulation prediction for Arlington, calling for a coating to 2-3 inches of snow accumulation, with higher amounts north and west.
The storm is expected to start as rain before changing over to snow mid-morning. In such scenarios, snows crews typically do not pre-treat roadways as the treatment would be washed away by the time the frozen precipitation starts.
VDOT said Friday afternoon that its plow crews are ready to tackle the snowy onslaught, while asking drivers to stay at home if at all possible.
VDOT Northern Virginia crews are ready for winter weather that is forecast to impact the region Saturday. The forecast shows precipitation starting as rain and turning to snow. Residents should be ready for high wind gusts and below freezing temperatures.
As always, residents are asked to monitor forecasts and plan ahead to avoid nonessential travel during winter weather.
What’s Happening Now
- See the Winter Weather Advisory from the National Weather Service for precipitation for Saturday. The forecast includes periods of rain and accumulating snow, as well as increased winds. Please continue to monitor forecasts closely as forecasts can improve or worsen quickly.
- Crews will mobilize overnight to treat state-maintained roads. Please drive with caution around plow trucks as they are heavy and move slowly.
- Temperatures are expected to drop below freezing, causing potential icy conditions. Treat anything that looks wet as if it could be icy, especially bridges, ramps, overpasses, and elevated surfaces. If there is snow or ice on roadways, travel is hazardous.
Storm response crews will be ready for possible accumulations/icy conditions from tomorrow's expected late winter event. Remember: Plowing only takes place with at least 2 inches of snow on roads. Know the phases: https://t.co/DuInmBchJW #ArlWX pic.twitter.com/va1nYDBlGh
— Arlington Department of Environmental Services (@ArlingtonDES) March 11, 2022
Winter Weather Advisories have been expanded eastward to include much of the I-95 corridor for Saturday morning. Wind Advisories are also in effect for much of the area. This paired with heavy, wet snowfall could lead to some power outages, especially where heaviest snow falls. pic.twitter.com/Ia9bez8Wt2
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) March 11, 2022
Enjoy today’s potentially record-breaking warmth while it lasts — by midnight it will be gone with the wind (and storms).
A Wind Advisory has been issued for the D.C. area today and will take effect at 11 a.m. Forecasters say gusts of up to 50 mph are possible this afternoon and evening.
More from the National Weather Service:
…WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY…
* WHAT…Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected shifting to northwest this evening.
* WHERE…Portions of The District of Columbia, central, north central, northeast, northern and southern Maryland and central, northern and northwest Virginia.
* WHEN…From 11 AM this morning to 1 AM EST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Residents are advised to secure outdoor objects, to be careful when driving, and to prepare for possible power outages.
Think of the carts. https://t.co/hLZrAitF6r
— Arlington Department of Environmental Services (@ArlingtonDES) March 7, 2022
In addition to the wind, thunderstorms are possible today starting around 4 or 5 p.m. The storms could be severe.
On the back end of the storms, expect falling temperatures and a couple hours of rain.
The Storm Prediction Center currently has most of our area under "Slight Risk" due to the threat of damaging winds and isolated lightning mainly during the afternoon and evening hours. Stay weather aware today! #DCwx #MDwx #VAwx #WVwx pic.twitter.com/YiVQi3lKiA
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) March 7, 2022
It’s going to be a windy night, posing potential hazards for anyone outside.
Wind gusts up to 50 mph may cause tree limbs to fall, forecasters say. The National Weather Service issued a special weather statement about the strong gusts.
From NWS:
801 PM EST Tue Feb 22 2022
…ISOLATED WIND GUSTS UP TO 50 MPH…
South to southwest winds will gust frequently between 30 and 40 mph this evening. Isolated gusts up to 50 mph are possible. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects along with possible downed tree limbs. Winds should diminish late this evening and overnight, but it will remain breezy.
With the winds will come warmer weather. The current expected high on Wednesday is 70 degrees.
DC & Baltimore metro areas may see isolated gusts up to 50mph. Unsecured objects may be blown around with some downed tree limbs possible. Winds will diminish late this evening & tonight but it will remain breezy. #vawx #mdwx #dcwx pic.twitter.com/XfSzNPQHrZ
— Washingtonian Weather Geeks (@WashingtonianWx) February 23, 2022
It’s going to get quite windy tonight.
Today will be breezy but winds will whip up even more after dark, with gusts up to 50 mph overnight ahead of a cold front. That could result in downed trees and power outages.
The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory, in effect from 10 p.m. until 10 a.m. Friday.
More from NWS:
349 AM EST Thu Feb 17 2022
…WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM EST FRIDAY…
* WHAT…South to southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. Winds will quickly turn northwest behind a cold front after 3 AM.
* WHERE…The Baltimore and Washington Metropolitan areas, northern Virginia, northern and central Maryland, and the eastern Panhandle of West Virginia.
* WHEN…From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Friday.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
Wind Advisories and a High Wind Warning are in effect this afternoon and into Friday morning. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. pic.twitter.com/WRfrL45FFQ
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) February 17, 2022
A brief bout of flurries earlier this morning was the last precipitation to fall as a result of our latest winter storm. Now comes the wind.
A Wind Advisory is now in effect, until 10 p.m. tonight. Gusty winds up to 55 mph could bring down waterlogged trees and branches, knocking out power.
As of publication there are no outages of note in Arlington, though the wind should be its gustiest in the afternoon and evening hours.
More from the National Weather Service:
932 AM EST Mon Jan 17 2022
…WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING…
* WHAT…West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
* WHERE…The District of Columbia, portions of central, north central, northeast, northern and southern Maryland, northern, northwest and western Virginia and eastern West Virginia.
* WHEN…Until 10 PM EST this evening.
* IMPACTS…Damaging winds will likely blow down scattered trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are possible. Loose outdoor objects may be blown away or damaged.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
Arlington and much of the region will be under a Wind Advisory starting Saturday afternoon.
Unseasonably warm weather in the afternoon — with temperatures as high as 70 degrees — will give way to cooler temperatures, which will be accompanied by gusty winds. Gusts up to 55 mph could snap tree limbs and knock out power.
More from the National Weather Service:
…WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM SATURDAY TO 1 AM EST SUNDAY…
* WHAT… West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
* WHERE… Portions of The District of Columbia, central, north central, northeast and northern Maryland, central, northern, northwest and western Virginia and eastern and panhandle West Virginia.
* WHEN… From 4 PM Saturday to 1 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS… Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS… The highest gusts are most likely between 6 pm and Midnight this evening.
LWX issues Wind Advisory valid at Dec 11, 4:00 PM EST till Dec 12, 1:00 AM EST https://t.co/rXN4beGfir pic.twitter.com/MLK6aRAM3Q
— Matt Ritter, WTOP Multimedia Meteorologist (@MetMattRitter) December 10, 2021
Flickr pool photo by Kevin Wolf
A warm afternoon will give way to strong winds and colder temperatures tonight.
The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Arlington, D.C. and surrounding areas, cautioning against gusts up to 50 mph. Tree damage and power outages are possible.
More from NWS:
334 PM EST Mon Dec 6 2021
…WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT…
* WHAT…West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
* WHERE…The District of Columbia, much of northern and central Maryland including Baltimore, and northern Virginia.
* WHEN…Until midnight EST tonight.
* IMPACTS…Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down. A few power outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The highest wind gusts are most likely in a 2 to 4 hour window between 7 and 11pm this evening.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
It will be mild and breezy today ahead of a strong cold front expected to move through the area this afternoon and evening. Temperatures will start falling rapidly in the mountains early this afternoon after frontal passage. #DCwx #MDwx #VAwx #WVwx pic.twitter.com/boMGitZfPJ
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) December 6, 2021
Be prepared for rapidly changing conditions this evening. See map for details. pic.twitter.com/trJFEPK6Ee
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) December 6, 2021
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement about the strong winds that are currently gusting in Arlington and across the region.
Forecasters are cautioning that the gusts may fell tree branches and cause power outages. The strongest of the gusts are expected through mid-afternoon.
As of publication time, no outages have been reported in Arlington, according to Dominion’s outage map.
More from NWS:
1106 AM EST Fri Nov 26 2021
…GUSTY WINDS LEADING TO MINOR TREE DAMAGE…
Gusty northwesterly winds up to 45 mph will be possible through this afternoon and may result in sporadic tree and power line damage.
Remain alert if traveling through wooded areas, and avoid them if possible.
(Updated at 1:25 p.m.) Flooding is not the only imminent threat from today’s wild weather. The saturated ground and gusty winds have brought down several trees and large limbs around Arlington already, causing power outages.
As of 12:30 p.m. more than 2,250 homes and businesses were without power from Virginia Square to Bellevue Forest, with a large chunk of residential North Arlington in between, according to Dominion’s outage map. (The number dipped to 1,925 as of 1:15 p.m.)
Power flickered briefly in Ballston around noon, before coming back on. The outage knocked out traffic signals on Washington Blvd and Langston Blvd, among others. The Lyon Village Shopping Center, including The Italian Store, is also reportedly affected.
One likely cause is power lines that are down across Lorcom Lane near N. Edgewood Street, in the area of the Maywood and Woodmont neighborhoods. A falling tree took down the lines, which Dominion crews are now working to repair. Lorcom Lane is closed in the area.
The current estimated restoration time for the outage is listed as between 2-8 p.m, according to Dominion.
Meanwhile, more trees are likely to fall.
This morning the National Weather Service issued a statement cautioning about falling trees. NWS has received more than a dozen reports of trees falling around the region, including in Fairfax County where more than 5,000 Dominion customers are currently in the dark.
From NWS:
1122 AM EDT FRI OCT 29 2021
…GUSTY WINDS AND WET GROUND LEADING TO MINOR TREE DAMAGE…
GUSTY EASTERLY WINDS OF UP TO AROUND 40 MPH COMBINED WITH WET GROUND FROM RECENT RAINFALL IS RESULTING IN SPORADIC TREE AND POWER LINE DAMAGE. REMAIN ALERT IF TRAVELING THROUGH WOODED AREAS, AND AVOID THEM IF POSSIBLE.
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It’s Wednesday — 🍃 Today will be breezy, but less so than yesterday. It will start mostly cloudy, then gradually become sunny, with a high near 67. Northwest wind 13 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Sunrise at 7:30 a.m. and sunset at 6:13 p.m. Tomorrow, it will be partly sunny, with a high near 63.
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Arlington and much of the D.C. region is under a Wind Advisory from noon until midnight today.
Gusty winds will whip up in the afternoon, becoming progressively stronger later in the day and evening, forecasters say. Gusts of up to 50 mph are expected.
Falling trees and tree branches will pose a danger during the wind event, and power outages are likely.
Winds will pick up through today and could gust to 50mph. Remember to bring in any Halloween decorations that may fly off. https://t.co/SxmIbfVTK1
— Doug Kammerer (@dougkammerer) October 26, 2021
More from the National Weather Service:
…WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT…
* WHAT…NORTHWEST WINDS 25 TO 35 MPH WITH GUSTS UP TO 50 MPH EXPECTED.
* WHERE…PORTIONS OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, CENTRAL, NORTH CENTRAL, NORTHERN, SOUTHERN AND WESTERN MARYLAND, CENTRAL, NORTHERN, NORTHWEST AND WESTERN VIRGINIA AND EASTERN AND PANHANDLE WEST VIRGINIA.
* WHEN…FROM NOON TODAY TO MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT.
* IMPACTS…GUSTY WINDS COULD BLOW AROUND UNSECURED OBJECTS. TREE LIMBS COULD BE BLOWN DOWN AND A FEW POWER OUTAGES MAY RESULT.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
USE EXTRA CAUTION WHEN DRIVING, ESPECIALLY IF OPERATING A HIGH PROFILE VEHICLE. SECURE OUTDOOR OBJECTS.
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