A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for the DMV area, including Montgomery County, DC, Howard County, Prince George’s County, and Loudoun County. The watch begins at 1 PM on Tuesday and will last until 7 AM on Wednesday morning.
- Winter Storm Watch effective Tuesday 1pm
- NBC4 forecasts highest snow: 4-8 inches
- FOX5 predicts widespread 4-6 inches snowfall
- ABC7's last map shows similar predictions
- WUSA9 indicates varied snow totals by area
Forecasts from major networks indicate varying snow totals across the region. NBC4 predicts the highest accumulation of 4-8 inches for most areas, while FOX5 anticipates widespread totals of 4-6 inches. ABC7’s earlier forecast also suggests similar amounts for Montgomery County, and WUSA9 shows a mix of 2-4 inches in northern regions.
The upcoming winter storm is expected to impact several counties in the DMV region starting Tuesday afternoon. Weather alerts have been issued as snowfall is anticipated to begin shortly after the watch takes effect. Local meteorologists are closely monitoring conditions as they develop.
Key snowfall predictions include:
- NBC4: 4-8 inches across Montgomery County and surrounding areas.
- FOX5: Widespread totals of 4-6 inches throughout Maryland and Northern Virginia.
- ABC7: Earlier forecast showing 4-6 inches for all of Montgomery County.
- WUSA9: Forecast indicating a split with 2-4 inches north of Montgomery and Loudoun counties.
This storm could lead to hazardous travel conditions due to snow accumulation and potential icy roads. Residents are advised to prepare accordingly by ensuring their vehicles are winter-ready and staying updated with local weather reports.