Labor Day weekend forecast a mixed bag that includes humidity, storms and some ‘fantastic weather’
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The weekend kicks off to a wet start with temperatures holding in the 70s Friday, following strong storms that brought damaging hail to parts of the D.C. area Thursday night.
But summer weather gets a last hurrah, with humidity returning for Labor Day weekend. Here’s what you need to know.
Friday night will remain cloudy, but some clearing may allow for fog to develop, 7News First Alert meteorologist Steve Rudin said. However, temperatures will remain between the upper 60s and lower 70s.
Humidity makes a comeback Saturday, with temperatures reaching around 90 degrees, thought it will feel a few degrees warmers with the heat index. If you’re planning a barbecue or have an outdoor event to go to, be on the lookout for storms that could develop late afternoon and into the evening.
“Some storms may become strong to severe, with wind speeds exceeding 60 mph and the possibility of hail,” Rudin said.
With moderate to heavy rain, localized flooding may also be possible Saturday. Rudin said the D.C. area is under a “slight” risk for stronger storms.
It will be a sticky Sunday on the first day of the month and the “onset of meteorological fall,” Rudin said. Highs will be between 84 to 89 degrees, with a chance of showers and storms as a cold front moves overhead.
The Labor Day holiday Monday abounds with “fantastic weather,” Rudin said, with sunshine, low humidity and highs around 80 degrees.
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Forecast
FRIDAY EVENING: Mostly cloudy. Highs between 77 to 82 degrees.
FRIDAY NIGHT: Mostly cloudy. Highs between 68 to 73 degrees.
SATURDAY: Storm alert. Partly sunny with afternoon rain and storms. Highs between 85 to 90 degrees.
SUNDAY: Partly sunny. Chance of afternoon rain and storms. Highs between 84 to 89 degrees.
LABOR DAY, MONDAY: Mostly sunny, near 80 degrees.