Some parts of the county could see 1 to 3 inches of snow accumulate.
The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory for Montgomery County from 4 a.m. to noon on Monday, according to a Montgomery County email alert. "Initially, temperatures are expected to be around freezing, and snow or sleet are expected before warmer air moves in and changes the precipitation to rain," the alert stated. The National Weather Service added that the snow, which started Sunday night, could transition to sleet and freezing rain during the night and morning hours, according to the alert. "Accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are possible in parts of the county," the alert added.
Are you prepared for traffic complications due to hazardous winter conditions?
Update, 10:26 a.m.: Montgomery County Public Schools will close two and a half hours early today ahead of Friday afternoon's expected snow. Students in morning pre-kindergarten programs and morning half-day Head Start will be dismissed at 10:30 a.m., according to an alert from the school system. Afternoon pre-kindergarten, early childhood programs, and all school activities are canceled. Original story: A fast-moving storm Friday afternoon could mean a potentially difficult commute entering the weekend, officials warn. A Hazardous Weather Outlook and Winter Weather Advisory have been issued by the National Weather Service for Friday, including Montgomery County. The winter weather advisory is in effect from 2-9 p.m. Friday and is calling …
The Washington region could see about an inch of snow accumulate overnight, according to the National Weather Service.
Montgomery County could see about an inch of snow accumulate early Thursday, according to the National Weather Service. NWS has issued a winter weather advisory for much of the Washington region, including Montgomery County, from midnight Wednesday to 9 a.m. Thursday. Untreated surfaces could become covered with snow, possibly creating slippery conditions during the morning rush hour. Temperatures will be in the teens and lower 20s Thursday morning, according to WJLA's StormWatch 7 Weather Blog. "This should be the kind of snow that you can sweep off the steps or driveway with a broom rather than a shovel," WJLA reported. "Not great for snowballs!"
Winter storm is expected to bring snow, create hazardous travel conditions Saturday.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for snow for Montgomery County on Saturday, from 3 to 6 a.m. The NWS said 1 to 3 inches of snow was in the forecast, with the majority of snowfall accumulating between 3 and 5 a.m. Temperatures will reach the upper 20s to mid 30s. The storm is expected to create hazardous travel conditions Saturday. To prepare, the State Highway Administration has sent crews to pre-treat Montgomery County roads with a salt brine. State Highway officials have asked drivers to stay off the roads until later in the day on Saturday to give crews time to clear the roads. If you must travel, allot extra time and drive slowly.
4:32 pm on Saturday, December 29, 2012
I have been outside and watched out my window and the weather service has been totally bogus!!! more ›
Some parts of Montgomery County may see up to 2 inches of snow.
Will Montgomery County have a white Christmas? It's possible, at least in some areas of the county, according to the National Weather Service. A winter weather advisory is in effect for Montgomery County until 8 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Sleet and snow are expected to fall over the county during the afternoon of Dec. 24, with a possible accumulation of 1 to 2 inches, according to the National Weather Service. Sleet and snow are most likely to fall in the northern part of the county. The National Weather Service issues winter weather advisories "when frozen precipitation is expected which may impact travel. Travel during this evening may become hazardous. Caution should be used during any travel," according to a Montgomery County email alert …
9:54 am on Wednesday, December 26, 2012
I woke up this morning to a blanket of snow, so I'm wondering if we got any before midnight. If so, would that technically mean we got a white Christmas? more ›
The National Weather Service has issued an advisory in Montgomery County beginning tonight at 7 p.m.
A winter weather advisory for Montgomery County was issued by the National Weather Service this morning at 8:37. In effect from 7 p.m. tonight to 3 a.m., Dec. 8, the NWS says 1-2 inches of snowfall could acccumulate over night in the County. They urge caution during rush hour this evening as roads may become hazardous. According to a report on Weather.com, expected accumulation for the area is 1-3 inches, and could start as heavy rain but finish as a wet snowfall. The NWS also issued a flood watch for Montgomery County beginning at 1 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory beginning this evening.
Update, 2:35 p.m.: The Winter Weather Advisory has been upgraded to a Winter Storm Warning for Montgomery County. Original Post: The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Montgomery County from 9 p.m. through 7 a.m. Tuesday. A mix of precipitation types is expected overnight with 2 to 5 inches of snowfall possible. Isolated accumulations of 6 inches is possible. A winter weather advisory is issued when frozen precipitation is expected which may impact travel. Travel during the Tuesday morning rush hour may become hazardous. NWS is urging caution be used during any travel.
Other portions of the eastern seaboard received more than 20 inches of snow yesterday.
Update, Dec. 27th 10:30 a.m.: The heavy winter storm left parts of the East Coast under more than 20 inches of snow yesterday, but Montgomery County and most of the D.C. Metro were only dusted by snow in the afternoon and evening. A wind advisory is in effect for today until 9 p.m. The National Weather Service expects winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts of 45 to 50 mph. Gusts of that speed can affect driving ability. Pepco's website warns that high winds can cause outages. Currently less than 5 people are without power in 20902. Update, Dec. 26 12:55 p.m.: The Winter Weather Advisory is no longer in effect. The storm system continues its track towards the Atlantic coast. We can now expect a dusting to two inches of snow throughout …
Laura L Thornton
2:25 am on Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Very much agree, Maria-Helena! It was too quick! more ›