Fall Sunshine Returns to Northern Virginia After Drizzly Start to the Week
ANNANDALE, Va. — Northern Virginia is set to trade its gray and damp start for a stretch of bright fall sunshine as high pressure builds midweek, bringing mild and comfortable weather to the region, according to the National Weather Service in Sterling.
Drizzle Clears as Dry Air Moves In
Early Tuesday brought patchy drizzle and low clouds, with temperatures hovering around 69°F and north winds near 15 mph. By afternoon, drier air will move in, clearing skies and setting up a string of sunny days across Fairfax, Prince William, and Arlington counties.
Forecasters say the shift marks a refreshing transition to cooler, drier conditions typical of mid-October. By Wednesday, skies will be fully sunny with highs near 70°F and humidity dropping sharply.
(Source: Country Herald Weather Center)
Chilly Nights and Ideal Fall Days Ahead
Lows are expected to dip into the mid-40s Wednesday night, marking some of the coldest air of the season so far. The clear, calm pattern will extend through Friday, offering perfect conditions for outdoor walks, youth sports, and evening commutes.
Travel along I-95, I-66, and the Capital Beltway is expected to remain smooth and dry through Saturday, forecasters said.
Five-Day Forecast for Annandale
- Tuesday: 69°/53° – Patchy drizzle early, clearing late.
- Wednesday: 70°/44° – Sunny, breezy, crisp fall air.
- Thursday: 63°/41° – Clear and cool.
- Friday: 65°/47° – Mostly sunny and pleasant.
- Saturday: 75°/57° – Warmer, mild weekend start.
A weak front may bring a few showers late Sunday, but until then, the D.C. suburbs are set to enjoy picture-perfect fall weather — bright, breezy, and comfortably cool.
For regional weather forecasts and updates, visit SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.
