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Storm activity still expected to focus north of town

Other than a stray storm closer to the Beltway, strongest storms and heaviest rain should mainly stay north of town.

An animation of rain and clouds through 11 p.m. tonight throughout the region
The High Resolution Rapid Refresh model through 11 p.m. tonight
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We're still watching radar. The vast majority of thunderstorms that are currently well northwest of town, where a severe thunderstorm watch is in effect, are still expected to focus their rains on the northern half of the area tonight.

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Yes, one short-term model(HRRR) still has a few weaker "garden-variety" strength storms popping this evening closer to the Beltway. They should move away quickly this evening.

Overall, models agree the strongest activity stays north of town, including the high-resolution NAM.

We may see a few more showers (maybe a brief rumble of thunder, too) nearer dawn as the front moves through.

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A. Camden Walker

A. Camden Walker

Meteorologist and engagement lead, contributing to Capital Weather for over 20 years.

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