DC prepares for first winter storm in 2 years as powerful blizzard eyes Midwest next week

The snow may come down steady enough to even coat the ground and some untreated roadways in a few places. The winter wonderland portion of this storm is not expected to last long though here in D.C.

Friday Night Weather Update
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Rain likely tonight with periods of heavy rain. Small chance for some freezing rain in extreme NE GA. Temps will hold in the upper 30s to low 40s by Saturday morning. Breaks in the clouds Saturday afternoon with highs back into the 50s. More rain and storms by Tuesday. Here is the breakdown.

Atlanta weekend weather outlook Jan. 5-6, 2024
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There is a Winter Weather Advisory for parts of northeast Georgia as we prepare for a storm system expected to be a significant rain event for much of metro Atlanta.

Winter weather advisory for parts of Georgia
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A cold rain moving into Georgia Friday night could bring freezing rain and ice to the northeastern parts of the state.

Fire whirl captured on video when meteorologist burns away ice from driveway

A small fire whirl was captured on video by a North Dakota meteorologist who says it formed after he used gasoline to clear ice from his driveway following a major winter storm.

Friday morning weather forecast
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Today will stay dry, but cold rain and possible heaven winds are on their way tonight

Thursday night forecast
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Friday will see increasing clouds throughout the day and breezy conditions. Highs will land around 50. Rain arrives late Friday night and through early Saturday morning. Highs for the weekend will be in the 50s. The next big storm system arrives on Tuesday with the prospect of heavy rain and possible storms.

Thursday Night Weather Update
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Clear and chilly overnight with Friday morning lows freezing and below. Increasing clouds by afternoon with highs around 50. Rain likely Friday night and into Saturday morning, at times locally heavy. A brief wintry mix is possible in NE GA, but no issues expected. Another strong storm system arrives late Monday. Here are the details.

Thursday afternoon forecast
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Clouds will begin to increase Friday afternoon ahead of some beneficial rain Friday night into Saturday morning. It may start as a wintry mix over northeast Georgia, but isn't expected to have a big impact. A changeover to all rain should happen pretty quickly. Overall, just looking at cold, windy, and wet conditions for early Saturday.

Pancake ice mesmerizes on Lake Superior

A very cool sight was spotted on the banks of Lake Superior on New Year's Day and it's an indication that the Great Lakes will, hopefully, freeze soon.

Thursday midday weather forecast
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Rain likely Friday night into Saturday morning. Strong storms possible on Tuesday.

Thursday morning weather forecast
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Sunshine is back today, but it's going to feel cold thanks to the breezy winds that will be sticking around.

Wednesday evening forecast update
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Showers and a few mountain snowflakes will end by early evening and then a clearing trend overnight. We're in for a chilly start to Thursday with lows in the 20s to low 30s. Here's a look at your FOX 5 Storm Team forecast.

Wednesday Night Weather Update
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Showers and a few mountain snowflakes will end by early evening and then a clearing trend overnight. Chilly start to Thursday with lows in the 20s to low 30s. Sunny, breezy and cool by afternoon with highs near 50. Increasing clouds on Friday and then more rain Friday night into Saturday. Here is the latest outlook.

Wednesday evening forecast
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Sunshine returns Thursday, but the rain will return Friday night into Saturday afternoon. That will be much more substantial. Here's the latest from the FOX 5 Storm Team.

Wednesday afternoon forecast
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The FOX 5 Storm Team is tracking three rounds of rain expected in the next seven days with one early next week that could see severe storms.

Several rounds of rain expected over next 7 days
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Rain and the chance of wintry precipitation is expected through the evening on Wednesday. Another round is expected Friday night and the FOX 5 Storm Team is tracking thunderstorms, some which may be severe, early next week.