CWS Forecast: Capital Region
Thursday will see cooler than average temperatures across the Commonwealth, with cloudy skies generally prevailing. Friday will heat up a bit to near seasonable conditions, but showers are possible, with precipitation likely on and off as the day goes on. Looking towards the weekend, the start of a heat wave is looking increasingly likely. A rainy system is looking to invade Saturday night into Sunday morning, but temperatures will continue to rise. As for the early part of next week, temperatures could max out as much as 15 to 20 degrees above average before a front moves through, bringing precipitation and slightly cooler temperatures.

Day One: Thursday, May 14th 2026
Gusty with a chance of showers in the evening. Mostly clear overnight.
High: 63°F
Low: 41°F
Day Two: Friday, May 15th 2026
Mostly sunny with a chance of showers in the afternoon. Cloud cover increasing overnight with a chance of showers late.
High: 61°F
Low: 42°F
Day Three: Saturday, May 16th 2026
Mostly cloudy skies throughout the day and night.
High: 59°F
Low: 39°F
Day Four: Sunday, May 17th 2026
Mostly clear throughout the day and night.
High: 59°F
Low: 41°F
Day Five: Monday, May 18th 2026
Mostly sunny, then becoming mostly cloudy overnight with a chance of showers late.
High: 68°F
Low: 51°F






