"East Coast Braces for Significant Weekend Snowfall, with Major Impact Expected in DC and NYC Areas"

The Washington, D.C. area is bracing for its first significant snowfall of the season on Saturday, with early snow expected to transition to rain by the afternoon. The storm is predicted to start earlier in the day, potentially as snow or sleet around 9-10 a.m., and then shift to rain due to warmer air moving in. Western regions may see 2-4 inches of wet snow, with higher amounts in the mountains. The forecast also indicates a potential major blizzard in the Midwest early next week, but the D.C. region is expected to avoid this, possibly experiencing warmer temperatures around 60°F on Tuesday. However, there is a chance for morning snow or ice due to "cold air damming," which could impact the morning commute.