It’s one of the busiest travel times of the year! Ready to visit the family? As the Thanksgiving travel rush approaches, here’s a look at what travelers heading to and from Washington, D.C. can expect from the skies — and how to plan accordingly.

Sunday won't be exceptionally wet, but with a lot of folks hitting the road we've issued a Weather Impact Alert to help you prepare.

The D.C. area is in for average to below-average snowfall this winter and slightly milder temperatures than normal, according to the winter forecast from 7News.

Meteorologists say a surge of Arctic air sweeping across the country will reach Washington, D.C., sending temperatures tumbling into the 30s overnight and possibly below freezing in some areas.

A cold front will slide through this evening and bring a quick pop of rain in the early evening which won't amount to much. Overnight into Thanksgiving Day Thursday skies

Today (Tuesday): Some sunshine is possible in the early morning hours but then clouds steadily increase. Highs reach the upper 40s to low 50s before light rain moves in during the mid- to late afternoon. Winds are light from the southwest at around 5 mph. Confidence: Medium

Cooler, more seasonable weather is expected Thursday with highs on either side of 60 degrees. Gusty breezes in the morning will ease with lighter winds. Tuesday is Election Day in Virginia. Cool morning temperatures in the 40s will give way to afternoon ...

Thanksgiving is a week away and the weather has the potential to disrupt travel for the tens of millions visiting family and friends.