Fri Dec 05 10:40:00 UTC 2025: Summary:

The D.C. area is expected to experience its first snowfall of the season on Friday, with forecasts predicting up to 2 inches of snow. This has led to numerous school closures and delays across the region. Several jurisdictions including Fredericksburg, King George, Manassas, Manassas Park, Orange, Spotsylvania, and Stafford County Schools are completely closed. Many other school districts, including Alexandria, Arlington, Culpeper, Fairfax, Falls Church, Loudoun, Prince William, Prince George’s and Warren counties, are operating on a two-hour delay. Several private schools are also delaying opening times. The weather is expected to create potentially slick travel conditions.

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First Snowfall of Season Brings Closures, Delays to D.C. Area

ARLINGTON, VA – The D.C. metro area is bracing for its first significant snowfall of the season, with up to 2 inches of snow predicted to fall on Friday. The anticipated winter weather has prompted numerous school closures and delays across the region.

According to 7News’ First Alert Weather Team, the snowfall is expected to create potentially hazardous travel conditions early Friday morning.

Several school districts have already announced closures, including Fredericksburg, King George, Manassas, Manassas Park, Orange, Spotsylvania and Stafford County Schools. Many other districts, including Alexandria, Arlington, Culpeper, Fairfax, Falls Church, Loudoun, Prince William, Prince George’s and Warren counties, will be operating on a two-hour delay.

A large number of private schools have also announced delayed openings. Residents are advised to check with their individual schools and local authorities for the latest updates and to exercise caution while traveling.

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