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Full Weather Report

Last updated on July 4, 2025 at 5:14 a.m.

Eileen Whelan, 7News First Alert Meteorologist

FRIDAY: INDEPENDENCE DAY
Mostly sunny
Highs: 85-89
Winds: Northwest 5-10 mph
Fantastic weather is expected for the 4th of July with sunshine and comfortable high temperatures in the mid 80s. Humidity levels will also be very low considering the time of year.

FIREWORKS FORECAST:
Clear skies
Air Quality Alert
Temps: Upper 70s
Winds: Northwest 2-5 mph
The fireworks are set to go off at 9:09 p.m. on the National Mall. Weather should not impact the display, but if you have asthma, heart, lung, or respiratory issues, you’ll want to monitor how you feel. The fireworks can release particulate matter into the air that can make it harder to breathe for some. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert is in effect for D.C. and Northern Virginia for during and after the fireworks shows.

FRIDAY NIGHT:
Mainly clear
Lows: 64-69
Winds: Light
A very comfortable night for early July is in store with overnight lows dipping into the mid to upper 60s.

SATURDAY:
Mostly sunny
Highs: near 90
Winds: South 5-10 mph
Nice weather continues with plenty of sun, a slight uptick in the stickiness factor and highs near 90.

SUNDAY:
Mostly to partly sunny
Highs:88-93
Winds: South 5-10 mph
The long holiday weekend draws to a close with mostly to partly sunny skies and highs ranging from the upper 80s to lower 90s.