Madison Magaha

Weather nerd and meteorologist with a background in operational forecasting. Recent graduate of the University of Maryland.

DC-area forecast: A record-hot Fourth, with evening rain and unhealthy air

HAPPENING NOW: DC reached 103 for a record high. Scattered storms cooled evening temperatures into the 80s and 70s. The risk of strong to severe storms has ended, but areas of showers remain through late evening.

By Madison Magaha, Ian Livingston and Dan Stillman

/ Jul 4 2026

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People evacuating Saturday evening near the Washington Monument due to potential severe weather

DC-area forecast: A few more showers this evening. Scorching next week.

HAPPENING NOW: A few scattered showers remain possible through evening with temperatures in the 70s.

By Madison Magaha and A. Camden Walker

/ Jun 27 2026

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Stormy Sunset, June 11, Leesburg (Rob Snow/CW App)