Though snow is no longer falling in Fairfax County, below-freezing temperatures could combine with drizzly weather to extend this morning’s tough travel conditions into the evening.
The National Weather Service issued a new Winter Weather Advisory for the D.C. region shortly before 1 p.m., warning of the potential for “very slippery sidewalks, roads and bridges” tonight (Friday). The alert is scheduled to take effect from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. tomorrow (Saturday).
“In addition to light freezing rain, drizzle and fog, any melted snow will refreeze as temperatures drop back into the 20s,” the NWS said.
See the full alert below:
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 AM EST SATURDAY…
* WHAT…Light freezing rain and drizzle, with a light glaze of ice expected.
* WHERE…Washington DC, and portions of central, northern, and southern Maryland, and central and northern Virginia.
* WHEN…From 7 PM this evening to 1 AM EST Saturday.
* IMPACTS…Very slippery sidewalks, roads and bridges are possible.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…In addition to light freezing rain, drizzle and fog, any melted snow will refreeze as temperatures drop back
into the 20s.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
While only a few road closures were reported this morning, most notably of Richmond Highway in Lorton, the Fairfax County Police Department said it received reports of “slippery roads due to snow” from across the county.
“Please use caution, avoid travel unless necessary, stick to main roads, and use alternate routes as needed for better treated roadways,” the FCPD said.
Slippery roads due to snow are being reported county wide. Please use caution, avoid travel unless necessary, stick to main roads, and use alternate routes as needed for better treated roadways. We are here if you need us. pic.twitter.com/1ZO4DvdiND
— Fairfax County Police (@FairfaxCountyPD) December 5, 2025
