Winter weather advisory issued for Alexandria; 1-3 inches of snow expected overnight
Residents urged to prepare for slippery roads Sunday morning
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Alexandria and the greater Washington region, warning that one to three inches of snow could blanket the area overnight Saturday into Sunday morning.
The advisory takes effect at midnight tonight and remains in place until 10 a.m. Sunday.
Forecasters warn that precipitation may initially fall as rain in some locations before quickly transitioning to snow. A narrow band of heavier snowfall could develop between 1 and 5 a.m., potentially bringing rapid accumulations and reducing visibility to less than half a mile.
The advisory covers the District of Columbia, portions of central, northeast, and northern Maryland, and northern Virginia—including Fairfax County and the Arlington, Falls Church, and Alexandria corridor. Areas farther north in Maryland’s Harford and Cecil counties could see localized totals reaching four to five inches.
Residents should anticipate slippery road conditions, particularly during early morning hours on Sunday. The National Weather Service advises motorists to slow down and exercise caution. Up-to-date road conditions can be obtained by dialing 511.
The wintry weather will be followed by a sharp drop in temperatures. Wind chills approaching zero degrees are possible late Sunday night into early Monday morning.
A gale warning has also been issued for the Chesapeake Bay and Potomac River waters from Sunday morning into Sunday evening.
What residents should know
Your sidewalk is your responsibility. City code requires property owners to clear adjacent sidewalks within 24 to 72 hours after snowfall ends, depending on storm severity. Fail to shovel, and you could face a $50 fine—or the city clears it and bills you.
Know the snow emergency routes. When the city declares a snow emergency, vehicles parked on designated routes can be towed at your expense. Key routes include King Street, Washington Street, Duke Street, Route 1, Braddock Road, and Eisenhower Avenue. See the full list and map.
Track your street’s status. Wondering when the plow is coming? The city’s SnowReport tool shows plowing priority and real-time status for your street. Primary routes are plowed first, followed by secondary, intermediat,e and residential streets.
Volunteer—or get help. The Snow Buddy program matches volunteers with seniors and disabled residents who can’t clear their own sidewalks. Sign up to help or request assistance.
For more information, visit alexandriava.gov/snow.