Maryland Weather: Colder, Wetter End to Week Ahead
Temperatures will dip into the 40s by Friday, with rain and possible snow in western areas.
By Alina Marshall ·
Resident in Maryland should expect a sharp change in conditions later this week. The weekend starts cool and clear, but a storm system will bring colder temperatures and precipitation by Thursday and Friday.
Tonight, the sky remains clear while temperatures settle into the 40s. A light breeze will make the air feel cooler. Monday brings a reinforcing push of cold air, resulting in a sunny but breezy day. Afternoon highs will reach the upper 50s and lower 60s. Winds may gust to 30 MPH. By 8 p.m. on Monday, temperatures will drop to the 40s. Many areas will see lows in the mid to upper 30s by Tuesday sunrise.
Tuesday will be the warmest day of the week. Afternoon highs are expected to reach the mid to upper 60s. Wednesday will stay pleasant with sunshine and temperatures in the mid-60s. The shift occurs when a storm system approaches the region late in the workweek.
Thursday marks the beginning of the cold spell. A noticeable temperature drop will occur, and the chance of wet weather will increase. Light rain and drizzle may arrive as early as midday. Friday and Saturday will see a mix of precipitation. Far northern and western Maryland could experience wintry weather mixed with rain. The first measurable snow of the season is possible on the highest elevations in western Maryland. Baltimore residents should expect cold rain, though forecast adjustments remain possible.
As the week progresses, the First Alert Weather Team will monitor updated data. The new workweek will begin with drier conditions. Overnight temperatures will range from the upper 20s to the lower 30s. Afternoon highs will fall between the 40s and lower 50s.
The forecast indicates a transition from a cool, bright weekend to a colder, wetter week. Residents can prepare for a quick temperature drop after a mid-week warmup. The heaviest precipitation is expected to affect western areas first. Urban centers like Baltimore will likely see rain rather than snow. Temperatures will continue to fall as the week ends.
