Severe Weather Alert: Storms Impacting Saturday Celebrations in D.C.

WASHINGTON — A significant weather system is set to disrupt military celebrations in the D.C. area on Saturday, according to local meteorologists. As a stationary front establishes itself across the region, showers and storms are expected to develop starting in the afternoon and continuing through the night.

Forecasters predict that Saturday will start off dry, but by 2 p.m., the chances for scattered showers and thunderstorms will increase significantly. The most intense weather is anticipated between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. during the peak of evening celebrations. Although the rain will not persist throughout the day, attendees are advised to be prepared for possible showers.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch that will remain in effect until 11 p.m. for most of the D.C. Metro area. This includes parts of Virginia and Maryland, with officials warning that heavy rain and lightning may cause disruptions. “There is a risk of flash flooding due to saturated soils from recent rains,” said a representative from the Weather Prediction Center.

The current forecast indicates that high temperatures will reach 80 to 85 degrees during the day, but conditions will feel muggy with east winds at 10 mph. As evening approaches, temperatures will drop to between 64 and 70 degrees. Patrons should also keep an eye on weather updates, as lightning may cause events to be delayed or paused for safety reasons.

Looking ahead to Sunday, Father’s Day is expected to bring cooler temperatures and additional rain, with highs only reaching the upper 60s to low 70s. Meteorologists encourage residents to keep umbrellas handy as showers and drizzle are likely throughout the day.

As storms approach, those attending the parade and fireworks displays are urged to stay informed about potential weather changes and ensure they have adequate shelter. The community will continue to monitor the situation closely into the evening.