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Saturday AM forecast: Storms moving east, turning cooler later today

Saturday AM forecast: Storms moving east, turning cooler later today

Posted 6:03 AM 1/10/2026 by Meteorologist Dave Baker

Severe storms and flash flooding will move away from the Capital Region Saturday as a cold front moves through. Conditions improve later today, but gusty winds and clouds will remain, with cooler weather following. 

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1/7/2026

Wednesday PM Forecast: one more round of fog before rain and thunderstorms

Wednesday PM Forecast: one more round of fog before rain and thunderstorms

Posted 3:49 PM 1/7/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

The Storm Station is tracking three impacts over the next three days. Thick morning fog and record-challenging warmth will remain possible; the workweek will end stormy thanks to a cold front, and then much cooler air will spill into the Capital Area.  

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1/6/2026

Tuesday PM Forecast: fog, record warmth followed by big weekend shake-up

Posted 4:08 PM 1/6/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

A DENSE FOG ADVISORY will be in effect from midnight to 10 am Wednesday. Visibility of one quarter mile or less could make driving conditions hazardous. If driving, slow down, use your low beam headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.

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1/5/2026

Monday PM Forecast: Another warmup, more opportunities for fog and rain

Posted 5:40 PM 1/5/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

The rest of the week will bring near-record warmth and rising humidity. This will set the stage for the return of fog and rain — the next two impacts.

Tonight & Tomorrow: Despite evening clearing, clouds will roll back into the area overnight. There might be a (More)

1/4/2026

Sunday PM Forecast: Rising temps and humidity leading to two weather impacts this week

Posted 9:45 PM 1/4/2026 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

The upcoming week will be on the warmer side of average, with rising temperatures and humidity resulting in occasional morning fog and the eventual return of rain.

Tonight & Tomorrow: Clouds proved stubborn to break on Sunday, and in so doing, they will likely linger (More)

1/3/2026

Saturday PM Forecast: Drier and cooler air to end weekend, another warmup next week

Posted 5:56 PM 1/3/2026 by Meteorologist Balin Rogers

After the passage of a cold front earlier today, drier and cooler air will filter in overnight. The nicer feel will be short lived, as another warming trend will take place next week.

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1/2/2026

Friday PM Forecast: spotty showers to start weekend, slight and brief cooldown to follow

Posted 4:46 PM 1/2/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

A weak cold front will move through early in the weekend. Initially, some spotty showers will be possible, followed by a slight and brief dip in temperatures.

Saturday: mild, passing showers early

Sunday: crisp and clear

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1/1/2026

Thursday PM Forecast: warmer, breezy with a few showers leading into the weekend

Posted 5:26 PM 1/1/2026 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

Happy New Year! We are starting 2026 on a much milder note than how we ended 2025. If you don’t get to holiday decorations down by dawn Friday, make sure they are tied down as the next frontal system approaches.

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12/31/2025

Wednesday PM Forecast: chill eases early into 2026, minor rain chance ahead

Posted 7:58 PM 12/31/2025 by Chief Meteorologist Dr. Josh Eachus

If you are heading out to ring in the new year tonight, you’ll definitely want to grab a heavy coat. However, if you don’t like the cold, the first days of 2026 will be more your style.

New Year’s Day: warming

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12/30/2025

Tuesday PM Forecast: 2025 ends with a chill, temperature rebound into 2026

Posted 5:25 PM 12/30/2025 by Meteorologist Malcolm Byron

2025 will wrap up on a chilly note, with both highs and lows staying below average. A warmup is expected after the New Year, along with a front arriving late in the week that could bring some rain.

Tonight & Tomorrow: Clear skies and calm winds will set up a cold night (More)

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