Here were some of the observed low temperatures from this morning. Another chilly night is expected tonight with additional frost likely. pic.twitter.com/cJgTZW9HEw
— NWS DC/Baltimore (@NWS_BaltWash) October 17, 2017
As the calendar moves into the second half of October, weather forecasters are predicting a sure sign of the season.
A frost advisory will be in effect for the entire region from 1-9 a.m. Wednesday. According to the National Weather Service:
The National Weather Service in Baltimore MD/Washington has issued a Frost Advisory, which is in effect from 1 AM to 9 AM EDT Wednesday.
* TEMPERATURES…Dropping into the mid 30s by dawn, especially away from larger bodies of water and urban areas.
* IMPACTS…A Frost Advisory means that widespread frost is expected. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
Get ready for a chilly overnight. @NWS_BaltWash issued frost advisory. Gardeners: sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered. pic.twitter.com/iWCacDGBta
— Fairfax County (@fairfaxcounty) October 17, 2017
The Farmers Almanac provides the following tips to protect your plants from frost:
If a frost is predicted, cover your plants, both to retain as much soil heat and moisture as possible and to protect them against strong winds, which can hasten drying and cooling. You can use newspapers, baskets, tarps, straw, and other materials to cover your plants. Cover the whole plant before sunset to trap any remaining heat. Be sure to anchor lightweight coverings to prevent them from blowing away.
Keep the soil moist by watering your plants the day a frost is predicted.
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