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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 4h
A run at 90 on Friday, sweater weather next week. 🍂 DC’s “second summer” won’t stick around. It's gone this weekend and the area could see lows in the 40s by next Tuesday. Here’s what to expect: www.capitalweather.com/following-se...
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Following ‘second summer,’ fall crispness is just days away
DC could flirt with 90 on Friday before a cooler pattern brings highs in the 60s to near 70 starting this weekend.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 7h
Warmer and nice today, then probably too warm for some people Thu-Fri as we stay dry. Some showers possible this weekend. Get our detailed forecast at capitalweather.com and the CW app. (Drawing by Laila, a 2nd-grader at Terra Centre Elementrary School in Burke, Va.)
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 18h
Five predictions for fall in D.C. 🍂 Our outlook covers temperatures, coastal storms, fall foliage and the chances of an early freeze or snow. Here’s what we expect: www.capitalweather.com/five-predict... (subscriber article)
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Five predictions for fall in DC, from foliage to the first snow
D.C.’s fall outlook favors mild weather, slightly delayed and uneven foliage, coastal storm threats, and little reason to expect an early freeze or snow.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 29/09/2026
As Ocean City, Maryland, recovers from extensive beach erosion left behind by a nor'easter this past weekend, it's also preparing for another large music festival. We've got the forecast for Country Calling, scheduled for this coming Friday and Saturday.
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Country Calling weather forecast
Much calmer weather is expected after this past weekend's nor'easter, but there is some shower potential.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 29/09/2026
Temperatures are on the move 📈 🌤️ Mid- to upper 70s today ☀️ Near 80 Wed 🌡️ Well into the 80s Thurs and Fri, with a few spots possibly touching 90 Then October fights back: Cooler this weekend with rain chances returning. Detailed forecast at CapitalWeather.com Photo by Diane Krauthamer
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 28/09/2026
Summerlike weather not done just yet. 😳 A surge of heat and humidity Wednesday through Friday could even deliver another 90-degree day to parts of the area: www.capitalweather.com/late-season-...
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Late-season surge of heat and humidity Wednesday through Friday
Highs climb into the 80s with increasingly muggy conditions, and some spots could make a run at 90 by Friday.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 28/09/2026
DC was largely spared the worst of this weekend’s Nor’easter. The beaches were not. 🌧️ Up to 2.5" of rain (compared to 0.25-0.5" in Beltway area) 💨 Wind gusts of 50–60 mph 🌊 Water about 3 feet above normal high tide in some spots We recap the storm: www.capitalweather.com/noreaster-de...
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Nor’easter delivers modest rain to DC, major flooding at the beaches
The storm largely spared the DC area while unleashing powerful winds, large waves and significant flooding along the coast.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 28/09/2026
☁️ Clouds are stubborn today, but we should see some peeks of sun this afternoon. Then the warming begins: • Mid-70s Tues • Near 80 Wed • Mid- to upper 80s Thurs and Fri A cold front brings cooler weather for the weekend. Full forecast at capitalweather.com Photo by Jeannie in Georgetown
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 28/09/2026
Congratulations to Peter! The 1st-grader at Woodlin Elementary School in Silver Spring is our latest winner in the first-ever Capital Weather Kids Art Showcase. For more info and how to submit, we encourage parents and teachers to visit www.capitalweather.com/weatherart/
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 27/09/2026
🌥️ Showers wind down this evening, winds ease. Lows near 60. Monday: Mostly cloudy, slim shower chance, highs upper 60s–low 70s. ☀️ Gradual clearing and warming ahead this week. More @ capitalweather.com
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 27/09/2026
Not exactly pleasant for the Commanders home opener Sunday...
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Commanders-Seahawks forecast for Sunday @ 1 p.m.
It shouldn't be a sustained heavy rain, but it won't exactly be pleasant.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 27/09/2026
⚾ Our final NatCast for the season is up for the Sunday afternoon game against the Mets. Direct link: buff.ly/d3xARGD Check out game-day coverage from our friends @TheNatsReport at buff.ly/bwjOpqg, and stay with them for coverage throughout the offseason. (Photo by Cathy Landry)
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⚾ NatCast for Sunday @ 1:05 p.m.
It won’t be too pleasant in the stands, but hard to say if it’ll be wet enough to delay this season finale.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 27/09/2026
The nor’easter delivered pretty much as expected. 🌧️ 0.25–0.5" around much of the Beltway 🌧️ Higher amounts E/NE of DC 🌧️ 1–2" across much of Del More showers likely thru Sunday evening before storm finally pulls away. More info: www.capitalweather.com/noreaster-br...
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Nor’easter brings moderate rain to DC area, with more showers ahead
Rainfall has generally matched expectations, with the highest amounts east of DC and additional showers likely through Sunday evening.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 27/09/2026
More clouds, breezes, and some showers Sunday before nor’easter moves away. Monday is our transition day before a sunnier and warmer midweek. Our full forecast, radar, Commanders forecast, and more at CapitalWeather.com and the Capital Weather app. (Photo by Brian Paeth)
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 26/09/2026
Quite a scene at the Delaware beaches Saturday 🛶 Flooding is deep enough for kayaking in the streets of Bethany Beach. 🌊 Just up the coast, huge waves are pounding Rehoboth Beach. A powerful, slow-moving nor’easter continues to batter the coast. Photos by Robin Koralek and Tyler Moore
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 26/09/2026
🍃 Showers and highest wind gusts ease overnight. Lows mid-50s to near 60. Sunday: Still breezy with some showers possible. Highs upper 50s to mid-60s. 🌡️ Nearly a 20° temperature range across the area today! More @ capitalweather.com 📸 Jeannie in Georgetown
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 26/09/2026
Our forecast for the Commanders-Seahawks game on Sunday at Northwest Stadium is up at CapitalWeather.com and the Capital Weather app. (Photo by Erin/Flickr)
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Commanders-Seahawks forecast for Sunday @ 1 p.m.
Some periods of light rain seem possible around Northwest Stadium from about noon onward.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 26/09/2026
The nor’easter is pounding the Mid-Atlantic coast. Wind gusts have neared 60 mph, waves are reaching up to 11 feet and ocean water is surging into the dunes. See the dramatic photos and videos from the Maryland and Delaware beaches: www.capitalweather.com/photos-and-v...
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Photos and videos: Nor’easter pounds Maryland, Delaware beaches
A slow-moving nor’easter is battering the Maryland and Delaware beaches with damaging winds, coastal flooding and powerful surf.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 26/09/2026
With the Nor'easter hammering the Atlantic coast, we're getting reports of rough seas, beach erosion and coastal flooding from Ocean City to Bethany to Rehoboth. If you have pics or video, please share with us. Include tag #cwshare if we can post on our platforms, and thank you.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 26/09/2026
⚾ Our NatCast is up for Saturday's afternoon game against the Mets at CapitalWeather.com and the Capital Weather app. Direct link: www.capitalweather.com/natcast-for-... Check out game-day coverage from our friends The Nats Report at www.thenatsreport.com/live-washing...
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 26/09/2026
Massive Nor'easter! Check out the view from space. This is a gorgeous view of the storm that is buffeting coastal areas and will spread rain showers into DC area this afternoon from northeast to southwest. The Atlantic Coast is taking a beat, with some gusts over 50 mph along the Delaware coast.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 26/09/2026
Enjoy the dry start to Saturday — a meandering nor’easter will make its presence felt later. ☁️ Clouds increase 🌦️ Showers develop this afternoon, continuing at times tonight and Sunday 💨 Breezy, with gusts around 30 mph today 🌡️ Highs in the 60s this weekend Latest DC forecast: capitalweather.com
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 26/09/2026
Got outdoor plans Saturday? See our latest DC-area forecast to watch this radar simulation in motion. You can always access our updated DC-area forecast at CapitalWeather.com and the Capital Weather app. Or follow this direct link: www.capitalweather.com/dc-area-fore...
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 26/09/2026
Weekend Nor'easter: Not a washout, but probs dodging showers at times * Best chance of showers late Sat afternoon to Sun am * Showers most numerous E, NE of DC. * Rainfall may average 0.25-0.5" Beltway area, more E/NE, less W/SW More info: www.capitalweather.com/weekend-rain...
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 25/09/2026
Weekend rain chances are rising in the DC area. A looping nor’easter is now expected to come close enough to bring showers — and possibly a period of steady rain — Saturday into Sunday. How much? We break down the timing and what we think is most likely: www.capitalweather.com/weekend-rain...
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Weekend rain chances from nor’easter increase in DC area
A coastal storm could bring periods of rain to the region, with the highest amounts favored east and northeast of DC.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 25/09/2026
🌕 The Harvest Moon arrives Saturday — and it’s not just another full moon. Around this time of year, the Moon rises at unusually similar times on successive evenings — a quirk of astronomy that once gave farmers extra evening light. Why it happens: www.capitalweather.com/the-harvest-...
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The Harvest Moon is coming. Here’s what makes it special
The first full moon of autumn brings a unique string of closely spaced moonrises that once helped farmers extend their harvest days.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 25/09/2026
Another crisp start but decent today despite some gusts. Highs above 70 most of the region. Saturday starts with sun but trends cloudier as coastal storm meanders. Could bring some rain to the area late into Sunday. Forecast at CapitalWeather.com (Photo by Alexis Frambes)
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 25/09/2026
🌊 Water is rising as a strengthening nor’easter churns offshore. Flooding is affecting the tidal Potomac, Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Coast, with water levels running 1 to 3 feet above normal. See photos and videos from around the region: www.capitalweather.com/photos-and-v...
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Photos and videos: Nor’easter sends water surging into coastal areas
Water levels 1 to 3 feet above normal are causing flooding along the tidal Potomac, Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Coast.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 24/09/2026
Come see the stars! (if there aren't too many clouds). The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum will be the site of the 16th annual Astronomy Festival on the National Mall Saturday.
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Saturday astronomy festival is a chance to see the moon and stars
The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum will be the site of the 16th annual Astronomy Festival on the National Mall.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 24/09/2026
Did you have to grab a sweater or jacket this morning? Lows were the chilliest of the season so far, ranging from the mid-40s to mid-50s. Friday morning may be just as cool, before morning temps start to moderate. Details: www.capitalweather.com/dc-area-wake...
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DC area wakes up to chilliest morning of the season
Another chilly morning is expected Friday before temperatures gradually moderate into next week.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 24/09/2026
If you have photos or video of coastal flooding from the Maryland/Delaware beaches, Chesapeake Bay (Baltimore, Annapolis) or Tidal Potomac (Old Town, DC waterfront) through Friday, please share and tag #cwshare if ok for us to share. Posted 1017a Thursday
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 24/09/2026
Big coastal storm starting to crank up today well offshore. DC area still seems to mostly miss out, but parts of New England, Long Island, and a large swath of the Atlantic shore could get walloped. Gusts near 70 mph possible around Cape Cod. www.capitalweather.com/near-miss-no...
From breezy in DC to gusty in NYC. Damaging winds up to 60 or 70 mph possible around Cape Cod. Large waves forecast up and down the coast
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 24/09/2026
Brisk start, but some sun is back today. Still on the cool side, milder than it has been. Breezes add a bit of a chill at times. Closer to 70 on Friday. Question marks about weekend nor'easter, but we remain on fringe. Forecast at CapitalWeather.com (Photo by angela n.)
Partial sun on the Mall
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 23/09/2026
Relatively decent this evening if a bit cool and breezy. Dry, with increasing breaks in the clouds into tonight. Lows about 50 to 55. More sun and milder tomorrow! Updated forecast at CapitalWeather.com or on the CW app (Photo by Kit Case)
An egret taking flight on the Potomac
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 23/09/2026
Near-miss nor’easter for DC area, but impactful for the coast into New England www.capitalweather.com/near-miss-no...
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Near-miss nor’easter for DC area, but impactful for the coast into New England
Late week into the weekend, the DC area should stay on the storm’s fringes with gusty winds and minor coastal flooding. Heavier rain, stronger winds, and battering waves target the coast, especially…
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 23/09/2026
🌧️ Now THAT was a soaking. Since Monday afternoon, 1 to 3 inches of rain has fallen across much of the DC area — one of our wettest stretches of the year. The rain has pushed DC to near 4 inches for Sept. Here’s how much fell around the region: www.capitalweather.com/dc-area-sees...
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 23/09/2026
⚡ Lightning over DC 🌈 A rainbow at the Iwo Jima Memorial 🌅 Smoky sunsets and colorful sunrises 🎆 A historic July 4 fireworks show Summer 2026 produced some spectacular scenes around DC. See all 9 of our favorites, captured by Kevin Ambrose: www.capitalweather.com/summer-2026-...
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 23/09/2026
Welcome to the 1st full day of fall! Rain tapers today as we stay cloudy & cool, but then we're gradually brighter & a bit warmer. The weekend could be nice, but the forecast is complicated by a coastal storm. Check capitalweather.com or the CW app for our latest forecast (Photo by Jim Havard)
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 22/09/2026
Much of the area has seen 0.75-1.25" of rain. Bands west to around the northern Beltway closer to 2 inches. Coolest day since May! Another 0.5 to 1 inch could fall through Wed midday. Watching minor coastal flooding and late-week nor'easter, too: www.capitalweather.com/soaking-rain...
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 22/09/2026
Heading to the Oceans Calling Festival? You may have heard there's a coastal storm to watch. We've got the weather forecast at capitalweather.com and the Capital Weather app, or follow this direct link: www.capitalweather.com/oceans-calli...
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 22/09/2026
A "monster" El Niño is taking shape in the Pacific — and it’s already breaking records. 🌡️ Ocean temps ~3.1°C (5.6°F) above normal 📈 It's still strengthening ❄️ Its peak could have big implications for the winter ahead Learn more: www.capitalweather.com/monster-el-n...
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 22/09/2026
⏰ 8:05 p.m. Eastern tonight: Fall officially begins. That's the precise moment of the autumn equinox. But what exactly is an equinox — and why aren't day and night actually equal? We explain 🍂👇 www.capitalweather.com/what-is-the-...
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What is the fall equinox — and why it matters
A look at the science and seasonal changes tied to the official start of fall.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 22/09/2026
We're cool and wet on this Tue ahead of the official start of fall today at 8:05pm. Rainy periods continue into at least early Wed. Trending drier and somewhat warmer into the weekend. Full forecast at CapitalWeather.com and the CW app. Drawing by Sophia, a 3rd-grader from Northwest DC.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 21/09/2026
Rain arriving this afternoon ushers in a stretch of cool and wet weather. 70s before the rain as warm as we'll see until the weekend? www.capitalweather.com/wet-cool-wea...
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Wet, cool weather settling in, with a near miss from a big nor’easter
A damp, chilly stretch settles in through midweek, while a potentially powerful late-week nor’easter currently looks likely to pass just to our northeast.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 21/09/2026
1:30pm Monday: Showers working their way west to east through DC region next few hours, although they may break up some as they come through. Radar and our latest forecast at the Capital Weather app and CapitalWeather.com
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 21/09/2026
🚨 We’re calling it: Summer is over in DC. After 50 days of 90+ heat and one of our 10 hottest summers on record, the pattern has finally flipped. 70s today. 60s Tuesday and Wednesday. And no sustained heat in sight. Welcome, fall. 🍂 Link: www.capitalweather.com/we-declare-s...
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We declare summer over. Welcome autumn.
A sharp turn toward cooler weather means summer is over in DC, just as autumn officially arrives.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 21/09/2026
Goodbye 80s. A much cooler, wetter weather pattern is taking over. Today: Mostly cloudy, 70s Tuesday: Rainy, breezy, just 60-65 Wednesday: Still cool, some lingering rain Late week: Trending drier and warmer Full forecast at capitalweather.com Photo by angela n.
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 20/09/2026
🌧️ Showers/storm possible tonight, muggy, lows near 65. Monday: Showers turn more numerous and locally heavy by afternoon, highs upper 60s–mid 70s. 📅 Rain continues into Tue/Wed with a cooldown — highs mainly in the 60s. More @ capitalweather.com
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 20/09/2026
Welcome to a rather cloudy and occasionally wet stretch this week. Shower chances are with us at times on a mostly cloudy Sunday. Midweek brings cool air and the best chance for periods of rain. More forecast details at the Capital Weather app and CapitalWeather.com. (Photo by Brian Paeth)
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Capital Weather @capitalweather.com · 19/09/2026
🌆 Comfortable evening — mid-70s, lower humidity, lows mid-60s–70. Sunday: Mostly cloudy, highs in the 80s. Showers by evening, heavy downpour possible. Gusts near 25 mph. 📅 Off-and-on rain through midweek. Cooldown Tuesday — 60s for a few days. More @ capitalweather.com 📸 Jeannie in Georgetown
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