Heavy Snow to Hit Washington on Jan. 6, Congresswoman Issues Warning

Several inches of snow are expected to hit the Washington area, forecasters warn.

The U.S. Capitol beyond snow-covered trees in Washington on Jan. 19, 2024. Pedro Ugarte/AFP via Getty Images

Washington, D.C., could face a significant snowstorm on Monday into early Tuesday and one lawmaker signaled it could potentially impact the certification of President-elect Donald Trump’s November win.

The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a winter storm warning for Virginia, Maryland, and surrounding areas starting Sunday and lasting until Tuesday morning.