DC Area Sees Less Snow Than Expected as Warmer Temperatures Result in Rain Mix

video by FOX 5 Washington DC

Takeaways:

• The Washington, D.C. area, including parts of Maryland and Virginia, received less snow than expected due to warmer temperatures, resulting in a mix of rain and snow.

• Predictions of up to six inches of snow were not met, with some areas only seeing two inches and others almost no accumulation.

• A quick-moving clipper system brought the snow but moved out quickly, with heavier snowfall occurring in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

• Following the snow, gusty winds and mostly sunny skies are expected, with a drop in temperatures Saturday night leading to potentially slippery conditions.

• The upcoming week is forecasted to have mostly sunny skies with a warming trend, and a chance of rain towards the end of the week.

References:

[1] DC weather: Why didn’t we get more snow in DC area?. Link

[2] Why didn’t the DC area see more snow?. Link

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