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Severe Thunderstorms Hit D.C., Ending Dry Spell

9/6/2025

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Severe thunderstorms are affecting Washington, D.C., bringing 0.34 inches of rain in less than an hour, ending a two-week dry spell.
The National Weather Service issued a Level 1 risk for severe storms, warning of damaging winds and small hail.
Showers will persist until around 7 PM, with isolated storms possible through sunset.
A cold front is expected to bring additional storms on Saturday, followed by a mild week with highs in the 70s.
Humidity will increase, with temperatures approaching 90°F before the cold front arrives.

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Severe thunderstorms are affecting Washington, D.C., bringing 0.34 inches of rain in less than an hour, ending a two-week dry spell.
The National Weather Service issued a Level 1 risk for severe storms, warning of damaging winds and small hail.
Showers will persist until around 7 PM, with isolated storms possible through sunset.
A cold front is expected to bring additional storms on Saturday, followed by a mild week with highs in the 70s.
Humidity will increase, with temperatures approaching 90°F before the cold front arrives.