DC Weather: A Quick Warm-Up Before the Cold Hits

DC woke up to a chilly Tuesday morning. Frost covered the ground in some areas, so it's wise to put on an extra layer before stepping outside. The good news? Temperatures are set to rise quickly. By afternoon, it'll feel quite warm for January, with highs reaching the mid-50s. That's about 10 degrees warmer than usual. It's a great day to step outside, breathe in some fresh air, and soak up some Vitamin D. As night falls, the mild weather sticks around. Temperatures will hover in the 40s. Clouds will roll in, and there's a small chance of a light shower or drizzle in some spots. But don't worry, most places will stay dry.This mild weather won't last long. A cold front is on its way. Wednesday will also be mild, with temperatures climbing into the 50s again. But as the day goes on, clouds will thicken, and a few showers might pop up. As night falls, the cold front will bring in colder air. There might even be a mix of sleet and snow, but don't expect any accumulation. Rainfall will be light, less than a tenth of an inch. Thursday is when the real cold hits. Gusty winds will make it feel like the teens and 20s. The main weather story will be the cold wind. The First Alert Weather team has issued a Cold Alert for Thursday, warning of air temperatures around freezing and dangerously low wind-chills. The cold weather sticks around to end the work and school week. Friday morning will start in the teens and 20s, with wind-chills feeling like single digits in some areas. High temperatures will barely rise above freezing, with a mix of clouds and sun.