The remnants of storm Isaias are bringing heavy rain and gusty winds to the Washington, D.C., region on Sunday. The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for the Blue Ridge, which will remain in effect through late Sunday night as central Virginia is expected to receive the most rainfall.
What to expect
Rainfall totals are forecast at around 1 to 2 inches, with wind gusts reaching up to 30 mph. 7News meteorologist Mark Peña warned that the rain “could cause some minor instances of flash flooding of creeks, streams and low‑water crossings.”
Temperatures will stay in the upper 60s on Sunday, rising to the low‑mid 70s on Monday as the rain eases. Evening thunderstorms could bring downed trees and power outages.
Impact on local events
Fans heading to the Washington Commanders’ home game at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland, and participants in the Army Ten‑Miler should pack rain gear, as those events may see the heaviest downpours.
Forecast through the week
Rain will linger into Indigenous Peoples Day and Columbus Day on Monday, then give way to periods of clouds and sunshine in the afternoon. By Tuesday and Wednesday, the area should enjoy sunny skies with highs in the 70s.
Sunday: Highs 63‑68°F, east winds 10‑20 mph, gusts to 30 mph.
Monday: Highs 70‑75°F, northwest winds 10‑20 mph.
Tuesday: Sunny, highs 73‑78°F, south winds 5‑10 mph.
Wednesday: Sunny, highs 74‑79°F, west winds 5‑10 mph.
Original reporting: Alexandria, VA News – WTOP News — read the source article.
