Scattered to widespread power outages are possible and there’s also a chance of a few severe storms.
In addition to damaging wind gusts at times late Saturday, sustained winds out of the west of 25 to 35 mph are possible. For some perspective, tropical storm-force wind is sustained at 39 mph or higher.Despite the rain, the strong winds could increase the risk of fires in open areas, especially since the region has been running below normal for precipitation this year.
It turns rather windy as soon as Friday night, so now is a good time to secure any loose outdoor objects that might blow around. You might also consider charging phones and batteries given the likelihood of at least scattered power outages. The high wind event will put a quick end to lengthy bloom period for the cherry blossoms, as most of the remaining petals will be blown away over the next 24 hours.
Winds may gust even stronger in any intense showers ahead of or along a cold front passing through in the mid-late morning, perhaps around 11 a.m. Showers should exit Southern Maryland by around 2 p.m. About a tenth of an inch of rain seems likely, with some spots seeing more.Second round: Saturday 5 to 9 p.m. —
The second round could be a broken line. Best odds for showers and storms are generally D.C. area and northward.Very strong energy aloft and a push of colder air fire up showers and storms that could produce damaging wind and/or small hail. It moves fast and moisture is less plentiful behind the front, so there’s probably won’t be a lot of rain. Another tenth of an inch, or a bit more possible in some spots.
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