Note: The Extreme Cold Warning has expired for the DC region. The most recent warning issuances before the expiration are below.
An Extreme Cold Warning remains in effect to 11 am Tuesday, January 27, 2026 including the following jurisdictions.
MARYLAND: western Allegany, Garrett.
WEST VIRGINIA: western Mineral.
Excerpted from the National Weather Service:
…EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EST THIS MORNING…
…COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 11 AM EST WEDNESDAY…
WHAT…For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 15 below expected.
WHERE…In Maryland, Eastern Garrett, Extreme Western Allegany, and Western Garrett Counties. In West Virginia, Western Mineral County.
WHEN…For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 11 AM EST this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 11 AM this morning to 11 AM EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS…The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Additional Cold Weather Headlines are expected at times through the end of the week as the region remains in an Arctic Airmass.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
An Extreme Cold Warning remains in effect to 11 am Tuesday, January 27, 2026 including the following jurisdictions.
VIRGINIA: Augusta, Rockingham.
Excerpted from the National Weather Service:
…EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EST THIS MORNING…
…COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM EST WEDNESDAY…
WHAT…For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 8 below zero expected.
WHERE…Augusta and Rockingham Counties.
WHEN…For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 11 AM EST this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 11 AM EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS…The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Additional Cold Weather Headlines are expected at times through the end of the week as the region remains in an Arctic Airmass.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
An Extreme Cold Warning remains in effect to 11 am Tuesday, January 27, 2026 including the following jurisdictions.
VIRGINIA: northern/central Blue Ridge.
Excerpted from the National Weather Service:
…EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EST THIS MORNING…
…COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM EST WEDNESDAY…
WHAT…For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero expected.
WHERE…Central Virginia Blue Ridge and Northern Virginia Blue Ridge.
WHEN…For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 11 AM EST this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 11 AM EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS…The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Additional Cold Weather Headlines are expected at times through the end of the week as the region remains in an Arctic Airmass.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
An Extreme Cold Warning remains in effect to 11 am Tuesday, January 27, 2026 including the following jurisdictions.
VIRGINIA: Nelson, Albemarle.
Excerpted from the National Weather Service:
…EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EST THIS MORNING…
…COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM EST WEDNESDAY…
WHAT…For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 8 below zero expected.
WHERE…Augusta and Rockingham Counties.
WHEN…For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 11 AM EST this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 11 AM EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS…The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Additional Cold Weather Headlines are expected at times through the end of the week as the region remains in an Arctic Airmass.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
An Extreme Cold Warning remains in effect Tuesday, January 27 to 11 am Wednesday, January 28, 2026 including the following jurisdictions.
VIRGINIA: western Highland.
WEST VIRGINIA: western Grant, western Pendleton.
Excerpted from the National Weather Service:
…EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EST WEDNESDAY…
WHAT…Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero. Coldest temperatures during overnight hours.
WHERE…In Virginia, Western Highland County. In West Virginia, Western Grant and Western Pendleton Counties.
WHEN…Until 11 AM EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS…The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Additional Cold Weather Headlines are expected at times through the end of the week as the region remains in an Arctic Airmass.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
An Extreme Cold Warning remains in effect to 11 am Tuesday, January 27, 2026 including the following jurisdictions.
VIRGINIA: eastern Highland.
WEST VIRGINIA: eastern Pendleton.
Excerpted from the National Weather Service:
…EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EST THIS MORNING…
…COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM EST WEDNESDAY…
WHAT…For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 15 to 18 below zero expected.
WHERE…In Virginia, Eastern Highland County. In West Virginia, Eastern Pendleton County.
WHEN…For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 11 AM EST this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 11 AM EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS…The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Additional Cold Weather Headlines are expected at times through the end of the week as the region remains in an Arctic Airmass.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.