As influenced by a persistent high-pressure system, Baltimore and surrounding Mid-Atlantic areas are slated to experience mostly sunny skies and mild temperatures through the weekend. The National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC forecasts highs settling in the low-mid 80s with light southeasterly breezes. The mountains may be a touch cooler, with mid-upper 70s expected.
Clear night skies will follow suit, with some regions potentially seeing patchy fog, especially within central Virginia or west of the Blue Ridge. Calm conditions are anticipated, while inner city areas like downtown DC and Baltimore maintain overnight lows in the lower 60s, a touch warmer than lesser illuminated locales.
Throughout Thursday and Friday, the high-pressure area remains steadfast off New England, allowing most areas to hold their dry, pleasant spell despite high clouds inching into southwestern territories Thursday afternoon. Despite the clouds, dry conditions are expected to continue. Temperatures are forecasted to hover in the low 80s for most, only slightly dropping for overnight lows.
Meanwhile, aviation and marine interests look to encounter a few issues. VFR conditions dominate for fliers, with only a threat of some stray low clouds or fog near CHO. Mariners will experience light east to southeasterly winds, with no advisories anticipated until the weekend, when winds are projected to pick up again.
