Capital Weather Gang Goes Independent

After more than 18 years as part of The Washington Post, the beloved DC-area weather team known as the Capital Weather Gang has relaunched as an independent operation under its original name: Capital Weather.

The move marks a full-circle moment for the popular meteorology outlet. It first launched as an independent weather blog in 2004 before partnering with The Washington Post in 2008 and rebranding as the Capital Weather Gang. Now, in June 2026, it’s back on its own at capitalweather.com, complete with a new mobile app (available on iOS and Android).

A Cult Following in the Capital Region

In the Washington, D.C., metro area, the team has built something rare in weather media: a devoted, almost cult-like following. Locals rely on them for hyper-local forecasts, insightful analysis of everything from summer thunderstorms and severe weather outbreaks to the region’s tricky winter storms (think Snowmageddon 2010 and more recent events). 

Led by founder and chief meteorologist Jason Samenow, along with experts like winter specialist Wes Junker and severe-storms forecaster Jeff Halverson, the crew delivers round-the-clock updates, radar, alerts, and a strong community vibe.

What’s New in This Independent Chapter

• Core forecasts and updates remain free for everyone.
• A new website and app offer enhanced features, including community chats and deeper insights via premium memberships.
• The team will continue radio segments on WAMU 88.5.
• Subscribers and supporters will help sustain the independent model.

The relaunch went official on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, following a soft launch. Fans have reacted enthusiastically, celebrating the return of a trusted local voice that has guided the region through blizzards, heat waves, and everything in between.