Rainy Wednesday Commute Forecasted for Mid-Atlantic and Northeast

WASHINGTON – A rainy Wednesday morning commute is expected in the Mid-Atlantic as showers move into the region. The steady rain is forecasted to persist through much of the day, affecting travelers.

Showers began overnight, with rain expected to taper off by midday. However, additional scattered showers may emerge in the afternoon and evening. High temperatures Wednesday will likely be in the upper 50s to low 60s. FOX 5’s Taylor Grenda estimates that between one and one and a half inches of rain may fall by Friday, raising concerns of isolated minor flooding in certain areas.

Following the wet conditions, the forecast calls for sunnier weather in time for the Memorial Day weekend. While conditions will start to dry out, spotty showers could still pop up on Friday.

Further north, the Harrisburg area is also bracing for similar rain patterns as a low-pressure trough approaches. The National Weather Service (NWS) reports that rains in central Pennsylvania are expected to last through the end of the week, with temperatures significantly cooler than average for late May.

Temperatures in the region could drop to the 40s at night, prompting many residents to switch their heating systems back on. Areas across the Northeast and mid-Atlantic will witness persistent rain and cloudy skies, contributing to a gloomy atmosphere.

Merrill from the NWS commented, “An inch to two of rain over a three-day stretch will be manageable for rivers, creeks, and streams, except in flood-prone areas.” By the weekend, temperatures are anticipated to rise into the upper 60s to low 70s, offering a pleasant break from the rain.

Despite the ongoing rains, parts of Pennsylvania are still falling short of average precipitation levels this year, with several counties reporting deficits of over 7 inches. As the week unfolds, forecasters will continue to monitor the system’s movements, which may adjust the timing of better weather.