Sun Feb 16 23:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Major Snowstorm Possible in D.C. Next Week, But Severity Uncertain

**Washington, D.C. –** A significant snowstorm is likely to hit the D.C. region next week, possibly beginning Wednesday afternoon and lasting into Thursday morning, according to FOX 5 meteorologist Mike Thomas. While the possibility of a blizzard remains, the most recent weather models suggest a less severe scenario is more probable.

Current forecasts predict six inches or less of snow in the D.C. metro area, with potentially heavier snowfall further south in southeastern Virginia and the lower Eastern Shore. However, the forecast remains highly fluid, and the possibility of heavier snowfall shifting northward cannot be ruled out.

Thomas outlines two possible scenarios:

* **Scenario 1: “Classic Nor’easter.”** A strong storm hugging the coastline could bring widespread snowfall exceeding a foot from Richmond to Boston, a level of accumulation not seen in the D.C. area for nearly a decade.

* **Scenario 2: “Slider.”** The storm tracks south of the Mid-Atlantic, resulting in heavier snow further south and east of the I-95 corridor. While still disruptive, snowfall in the D.C. area would likely be considerably less than in the “Nor’easter” scenario.

The key factor determining which scenario unfolds is the strength of an upper-level low-pressure system over the Great Lakes and Midwest. A stronger system favors the “Nor’easter” scenario, while a weaker system points towards the “Slider.”

While the probability of *some* snowfall is high (90-95%), the exact amount remains uncertain and dependent on the storm’s track and intensity. FOX 5 urges residents to stay tuned for further updates as the forecast continues to evolve. The FOX LOCAL app provides live weather updates.

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