🦜 @capitalweather.bsky.social on Bluesky
@bsky.app.profile.capitalweather.bsky.social@rss-parrot.net
I'm an automated parrot! I relay a website's RSS feed to the Fediverse. Every time a new post appears in the feed, I toot about it. Follow me to get all new posts in your Mastodon timeline!
Brought to you by the RSS Parrot.
---
D.C.-area and worldwide weather news from The Washington Post.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/
Your feed and you don't want it here? Just
e-mail the birb.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lp3p3tslmk2u
Published: May 14, 2025 00:02
Floods force evacuation of elementary schools in northwestern Maryland... Allegany County was hit particularly hard where a rare flash flood emergency was issued this afternoon.…
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lp3nf3e7sk2f
Published: May 13, 2025 23:31
Rainfall totals continue to climb. About 1-2.5 inches across the broader area -- least northeast and most southwest. 1.45 inches and rising in DC. Could see another half inch or so into the night. Details at cwg.live.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lp3eyoftt22k
Published: May 13, 2025 21:01
5:01 pm: Still plenty of rain out there. Could see some breaks this evening, but probably also some more heavy showers and perhaps some storms to come. Chances decrease after midnight. Forecast updated at cwg.live.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lp3463dt5c2t
Published: May 13, 2025 18:23
2:20pm: Rain continues to move through the DMV. Did you know you can track both observed and predicted radar at cwg.live? Use the slider knob to go back and forth between the two.
We've got the latest radar, rain totals, and forecast at cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lp2s7e2a5225
Published: May 13, 2025 15:25
Many areas now up to an inch of rain so far!
More heavy rain this afternoon and many areas could see storm totals of 2-3" by late tomorrow.
Watch out for high water near streams, esp west of DC.
The latest at cwg.live
Pictured -- Forecast NEW rain thru…
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lp2alflb4s23
Published: May 13, 2025 10:10
Flood watch now includes DC and more counties in nearby Maryland. About half an inch in the city so far this morning.
Forecast details at cwg.live.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lozdgcznu22n
Published: May 13, 2025 01:28
9:25pm: Still a couple of hours until any real rain develops. But Tuesday looks like a true soaker, then shower and storm chances continue a few days. Our full forecast, always updated at cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loylbkl2fk2u
Published: May 12, 2025 18:16
Flood watch 6a Tues-6a Wed for counties southwest of the Potomac River. Scattered flooding expected in that zone, with isolated flooding further north. Keep an eye out for changes. Details at cwg.live.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loyhstu2b22v
Published: May 12, 2025 17:14
Severe storms in DC area Friday-Saturday? Way too early to panic or even plan around, but it's something we're watching.
Pictured is an AI model forecast showing the DC region in a zone of enhanced severe storm potential on Friday.
More info at cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loycfcwjus24
Published: May 12, 2025 15:37
⏰ Last call! Today’s your final chance to help shape the future of Capital Weather Gang.
🌦️ Tell us how you use our forecasts + what you'd love to see more of:
🔗 https://washingtonpost.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9AGgVjv3FE7oTtQ?Source=BSK
💬 Thanks for…
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loy6lbgsak24
Published: May 12, 2025 14:28
It’s not your average rainy week in D.C. — a 1,500-mile atmospheric river extending to the Caribbean is inbound! 🌧️
1–3" of rain expected by Thursday, with the heaviest rain Tuesday. Flooding possible in the Blue Ridge.
More @ cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lowtg54trs2w
Published: May 12, 2025 01:36
Today was gorgeous, you're welcome moms!! ... but rain chances are back later tomorrow, with heavy rain possible Tuesday. Check in with cwg.live to see Monday's radar forecast, and our full forecast through midweek.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lowek7vjcs2x
Published: May 11, 2025 21:10
A nice weather evening in our cwg.live forecast, before raindrops arrive tomorrow afternoon. Tune in tonight at 8:11 p.m. It's our weekly Sunday Sunset Live Q&A!
📸Jeannie In D.C.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lotukzrkck23
Published: May 10, 2025 21:19
Weather goodness at cwg.live continues tonight into Mother's Day! Plus, an update on rainfall and soil moisture in the region.
📸Becca Hanby
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lossfkjzvc2o
Published: May 10, 2025 11:07
40s most spots overnight. Sun will bring the warmth. Beauty of a weekend overall.
Today’s daily digit — 9/10: A little breezy for a 10 — maybe. Leaving room for tomorrow, too.
Forecast and details at cwg.live.…
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lorbpb2kz22b
Published: May 9, 2025 20:36
Widely ranging rainfall from latest event. An inch officially in DC, but at National. As little as a quarter inch in northern parts of the city. Should we have called for 0.01 inch to 1 inch? Details and updated forecast at cwg.live.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lor4mnmplc2m
Published: May 9, 2025 19:05
Next week is shaping up to be another disruptive one in the rain department in the D.C. region, with the main event looking to be Monday night into Wednesday.
More info at cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loqtof6ues23
Published: May 9, 2025 16:25
We've updated the forecast for this afternoon and through the weekend at cwg.live. Here's a hint for what the Mother's Day forecast looks like!
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loqmyq6yfc24
Published: May 9, 2025 14:25
Reminder! We'd love you to take our survey to help us improve our weather services. Link below. Thank you :)
[contains quote post or other embedded content]
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loqafaa6rs2i
Published: May 9, 2025 10:39
Starting the day with some rain. Showers into afternoon.
Today’s daily digit — 5/10: Chilly, cloudy, wet, but it’s needed rain. Conditions improve by late day and definitely into tomorrow.
Forecast details at cwg.live…
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lopdx53vw22q
Published: May 9, 2025 02:10
10:10pm: Radar is quiet right around the DMV for now. We’ve got the latest forecast for tonight, tomorrow and the weekend at cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loosklenr224
Published: May 8, 2025 20:59
Federal scientists will no longer update list of billion dollar weather weather disasters, NOAA said Thursday. List had been growing dramatically in recent years, a sign of both extreme weather & increasing development.
Report by Scott Dance:…
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3looqbnsflk2r
Published: May 8, 2025 20:18
4:18 pm: Shower about to pass DC - won't last long. It's the main game in town at the moment, but we'll see more showers and perhaps some storms develop into evening. Forecast updated at cwg.live.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loon6pzmns25
Published: May 8, 2025 19:23
3:20pm: A small cluster of heavy showers is approaching the Beltway from the west, though they may weaken as they come through. More numerous showers and storms expected heading into the evening. Track radar at cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loolbd3rtk25
Published: May 8, 2025 18:49
A few showers starting to develop west of DC. We’ve got the latest on showers/storm timing today through tomorrow at cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lombpvq6q22h
Published: May 7, 2025 20:53
Clouds diminishing into the night. Pleasant evening and mid-50s to low 60s for lows. More rain by late Thursday!
Details and forecast update at cwg.live.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lolz76cwns2j
Published: May 7, 2025 18:20
We've got the latest on shower/storm potential for late Thursday into Friday. See what we're thinking on timing and this map in motion at cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lolrfyfugk24
Published: May 7, 2025 16:01
🌦️ We want to hear from you! Help us make Capital Weather Gang even better.
👉 Take our survey & share how you use our weather offerings + what you'd like to see:
🔗 https://washingtonpost.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9AGgVjv3FE7oTtQ?Source=BSK
💬 Thanks…
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lojptxxevc2c
Published: May 6, 2025 20:27
Pesky slow-moving storm system finally exiting, but a couple more showers possible first. It's getting out of the way for our next event Thursday to Friday. Sunnier in the middle.
Next storm details, and updated forecast at cwg.live.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lojesnjdwc2z
Published: May 6, 2025 17:10
1:10pm: Some showers and thundershowers are scattered about the region. Track them on radar along with our latest forecast at cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loj4usnwb22o
Published: May 6, 2025 14:48
⚾NatCast for today's doubleheader is posted at cwg.live ⚾
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loiwpw7g722e
Published: May 6, 2025 12:58
💧A band of storms dropped up to 1.75" of rain near/west of I-95 Monday night, with far less elsewhere.
🌧️ Highest totals: Woodbridge (1.72"), Purcellville (1.62")
🌩️ Some storms brought hail, downed trees
🌿 Helpful rain, but not enough to break drought…
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lohsfumla22h
Published: May 6, 2025 02:08
10:05pm: The solid area of heavy rain has departed, after dropping 1 to 2 inches in some areas, but scattered showers linger. What about tomorrow? We've got the updated forecast at cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lohlvtmcuc2r
Published: May 6, 2025 00:12
8:10pm Monday: No Severe Thunderstorm Warnings in the immediate D.C. region currently. Just a large area of heavy rain and lightning sweeping through from south to north. If any additional warnings--for wind, hail or flash flooding--are issued, you'll see…
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lohkqjkqsk22
Published: May 5, 2025 23:51
7:50pm: Quarter-size hail with this Severe T’storm Warning in western Loudoun County (yellow box) until 8:15. The green box in southwest Frederick County is a Flash Flood Warning until 10:45 #cwgalert
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lohjbdpvmc2x
Published: May 5, 2025 23:24
7:24pm: Here are the 3 Severe T’storm Warnings currently in effect in the greater DC region, all to the west and northwest of DC and all until 7:45 #cwgalert
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lohido6mj22s
Published: May 5, 2025 23:08
⚾ 7:05pm Monday: Our NatCast is updated at CWG.live ⚾
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lohi5t6aj22x
Published: May 5, 2025 23:05
7:02pm: Western Fairfax County, and much of Prince William and Fauquier counties, now under Severe T’storm Warning until 7:45 for damaging winds and hail #cwgalert
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lohgfnhur223
Published: May 5, 2025 22:33
6:30pm: Now this entire large area south-southwest of Beltway is under a Severe T’storm Warning for damaging wind and quarter-size hail until 7:15 #cwgalert
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lohg26jso223
Published: May 5, 2025 22:27
6:25pm: This Severe T’storm Warning south of the Beltway until 6:45 includes Woodbridge and Potomac Heights. Watch out for quarter-size hail. #cwgalert
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lohabya7xs2j
Published: May 5, 2025 20:44
Lull into eve but storms near Richmond working north will make it here in a couple hours.
About 7 to 11 p.m. the time frame for broken line of storms, some potentially strong. Could be something isolated prior. Details/updated forecast at cwg.live.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3logrqbckcs2f
Published: May 5, 2025 16:23
⚾Looking for a NatCast for this evening's game? We've got it at cwg.live ⚾
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3logr77rajk2d
Published: May 5, 2025 16:14
Great shot from yesterday!
[contains quote post or other embedded content]
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3logo36i6bc2d
Published: May 5, 2025 15:18
🌩️ Scattered storms in the D.C. area today — most likely from 3–11 p.m., with some possibly strong to severe.
⚠️ NWS has us at a Level 2 of 5 risk. Main threats: damaging winds & hail (thanks to chilly air aloft).
Stay weather-aware & keep an eye on radar.…
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loghlg7qy22d
Published: May 5, 2025 13:22
It was a rainbow extravaganza Sunday evening in the DC area. We received dozens of awesome photos. Here are 4 of the best! Thanks for all the shares.
Photos by Susanna Beiser, Peter Silverman, Scott Jacobson
and @jfkopp.bsky.social
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3logf72nrx22d
Published: May 5, 2025 12:39
What makes auroras glow? This comic is your guide.
Amazing visual journalism by Kasha Patel and Kay Sohini ⬇️
https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/interactive/2025/what-makes-auroras-glow-this-comic-is-your-guide/
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3logdaw7ups2d
Published: May 5, 2025 12:04
Today's Daily Digit: 5/10
Muggy with scattered downpours. A ‘meh’ Mid-Atlantic May Day
🌦️ Today: Low/mid 70s, storms poss
⚡ Tue: Similar but slightly less soggy
📈 Brighter midweek, eyes on a wet end
Forecast + live radar widget: cwg.live
http://cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lofd3kyr2c2d
Published: May 5, 2025 02:28
Amazing photo!
[contains quote post or other embedded content]
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lof2nsjnsf2r
Published: May 4, 2025 23:58
Nice Rainbow over Tenleytown/AU Park
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loeqy32j2c2m
Published: May 4, 2025 21:04
Dampness in our cwg.live forecast continues. Lower shower/storm chances tonight into morning rise again later Monday. 8:04 p.m tonight - our weekly Sunday Sunset Live Q&A - chat will be on our blog!
Photo by Jeannie in D.C.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loe5tzzfu22t
Published: May 4, 2025 15:22
Steady rain has moved off! Just some spotty showers may pop up this pm around DMV w/ dry weather for most.
Here's how much has fallen since Saturday:
Mostly 0.5-1" along and west of I-95 and 0.25-0.5" to east. See map below.
Details, radar + more at…
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3locnr6dllc2e
Published: May 4, 2025 01:02
9pm: NWS has cancelled the severe thunderstorm watch. We expect showers and storms to increase closer to D.C. after 10 p.m. or so, but the potential for severe wind or hail will be lower by then. The latest forecast and radar at cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3locclk3hks2w
Published: May 3, 2025 21:41
5:41 pm: Severe storm moving through Loudoun County. Gusty winds up to 60 mph and hail to quarter size. Leesburg in line. Targets Montgomery County in about 30 min. #cwgalert
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3locc3qqwjv22
Published: May 3, 2025 21:33
5:33 pm: Severe storm moving into Loudoun County. Gusty winds up to 60 mph and hail to quarter size. Targets Montgomery County next hour if it holds together. #cwgalerts
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3locajvxo3c2c
Published: May 3, 2025 21:05
At cwg.live we're monitoring tonight's severe storm potential. Damaging wind gusts over 57 mph, large hail, and even a couple tornadoes are possible until 10 p.m.
Photo by Jeannie in DC
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3locaiz5n722q
Published: May 3, 2025 21:04
5:04 pm: Severe storm near Charles Town moving northeast at 30 mph. 60 mph and 1 inch hail a risk, along with frequent lightning. Moving into Frederick and Washington counties over next 30-60 min. #cwgalert
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loc6wasaev22
Published: May 3, 2025 20:36
Multiple warned storms capable of hail and strong wind gusts to 60 mph. Storm southwest includes portions of Fauquier and Culpeper in warning. Could target Loudoun next hour if it holds together. #cwgalert
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loc53jhunc2a
Published: May 3, 2025 20:03
4pm: A second Severe Thunderstorm Warning now issued just east of the first one until 4:45, including northern Howard and southern Carroll counties. Watch out for lightning, a damaging wind gust and quarter-size hail. #cwgalert
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3loc3icbvcc2n
Published: May 3, 2025 19:34
3:30pm: Severe Thunderstorm Warning in this area until 4:15, including NW Montgomery and SE Frederick counties. Lightning plus damaging wind gust possible. #cwgalert
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lobgqxpwbk2d
Published: May 3, 2025 13:23
Some good news for your Saturday: Most of us stay storm-free until tonight — though areas near I-81 could see action a bit earlier. Expect warm and muggy conditions for your outdoor plans.
⚠️ Storms tonight may be strong, especially out west.
📡 Radar &…
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lob6a4kgkc2h
Published: May 3, 2025 10:51
Today’s daily digit — 6/10: A lot like yesterday, but with somewhat higher odds of late-day storms.
Check out the full forecast at cwg.live.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2025/05/03/dc-weather-live-updates-warm-thunderstorms/
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lo7pfig6hs2b
Published: May 2, 2025 20:53
The forecast remains in some flux for the weekend with a tricky dip in the jet stream stuck to our west.
Much of Saturday should be salvageable, with strong storms possible late. Details and updated forecast at cwg.live.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lo7lgeqpkc2y
Published: May 2, 2025 19:42
3:40pm Friday: A few showers and thundershowers have popped up in the region. You can always track storms on radar, with your location marked, at cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lo76ruti622d
Published: May 2, 2025 15:55
Could have some widely scattered showers/storms today between 4 and 8p. Your location has about a 1-in-3 chance.
Follow our updates at CWG.live
Pictured: Forecast radar at 4p, subject to change.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lo6wt3vvgs26
Published: May 2, 2025 13:33
Terrific shot!
[contains quote post or other embedded content]
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lo6k5xq2722b
Published: May 2, 2025 09:46
Today’s daily digit — 6/10: Enjoy, warm-weather fans, but near 90 is a bit ... too above-average too soon. Slight shower and storm chances, but a relatively dry day compared with what’s ahead.
Forecast to reach 89 at National Airport today. Record for…
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lo55miqqvc2a
Published: May 1, 2025 20:29
About 15 degrees above average Friday -- feeling more like late June. City could flirt with 90, about 2 weeks early if so. Details and updated forecast @ cwg.live.
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lo4x4hnhts2m
Published: May 1, 2025 18:33
Plenty of weekend rain potential in the DC area thanks to a stalled disturbance in the jet stream. However, there are some important timing details to be worked out before you give up on outdoor plans.
More at cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lo4onfyljs2d
Published: May 1, 2025 16:01
🌧️ May is poised to get off to a soggy start in DC.
We expect a wetter-than-normal month, which could help ease the region’s drought.
See our detailed May outlook: https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2025/05/01/dc-weather-may-outlook-wet/
#DCwx…
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lo4jzsjlis2n
Published: May 1, 2025 14:39
❄️ Yikes! Snow on May 1 in DC?!
It actually happened in 1963 — the Washington Post front page doesn’t lie.
Imagine seeing this on the first day of May... 👀🌨️
#DCwx #tbt
We post DC weather history every day @ cwg.live
https://bsky.app/profile/capitalweather.bsky.social/post/3lo4eycaah224
Published: May 1, 2025 13:08
🌥️ A 7️⃣ kind of day in DC: Warm and mostly pleasant to kick off May, but some cloudiness and slight mugginess keep it from a perfect 10. A few showers may sneak in later too. 👀
🤚 What’s your daily digit?
Full forecast at cwg.live ☀️🌦️ #DCwx…