First weekend of 2026 brings teeth-chattering chill, clouds and chance for flurries

The D.C. region will welcome the first weekend of 2026 with a full serving of chilly, cloudy conditions, and the potential for a few flurries.

Temperatures for Saturday are forecast to be in the middle to high 30s, with wind gusts up to 10 mph.

7News First Alert Chief Meteorologist Veronica Johnson said the frigid temperatures are colder than the average highs that the D.C. region typically sees at this time of year.

While the day will be mostly cloudy, the big focus Saturday...