Marine Thunderstorm Wind — Tidal Potomac Indian Hd To Cobb Is Md, Atlantic North
2026-01-01 · near Quantico (knyg), Tidal Potomac Indian Hd To Cobb Is Md, Atlantic North
42 MG
Magnitude
Event narrative
A wind gust of 42 knots (48 MPH) was measured by the AWOS at Quantico Marine Base (KNYG) adjacent to the tidal Potomac River.
Wider weather episode
A strong cold front brought gale- to storm-force winds in snow showers to the tidal waters of the Potomac River and Chesapeake Bay early on New Year's morning.
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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1303355. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.