Baltimore's forecast looks relatively tame for today as a weak cold front makes its way through the area, according to the National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC. Residents can expect light winds from the south to the southeast, with chances of a few showers or a thunderstorm near the front this afternoon, particularly around the I-81 corridor. Highs will hit the mid-upper 70s for most of the region, offering a relatively pleasant day despite the prospect of rain.
Any lingering showers or weak storms are expected to dissipate by tonight, making way for dry conditions and a cooler evening. Winds shifting north will bring overnight temperatures down to the 50s and lower 60s. This break in the weather might be a welcome reprieve for those who've felt the brunt of the early autumn warmth.
The weekend ushers in high pressure and upper-level ridging, which promises sunny skies by Saturday afternoon. Highs will remain consistent in the mid-upper 70s, with cooler temperatures in the mountains. As noted in the National Weather Service report, Sunday continues the trend of mostly sunny conditions.
For those with maritime interests, light southerly winds over the waters today will turn northerly by Saturday afternoon, with northern winds persisting through the weekend. Mariners should note that winds may approach low-end Small Craft Advisory levels Sunday evening before a weak cold front on Monday switches the winds to northwesterly, potentially necessitating advisories due to the increased pressure gradient.
Coastal areas grappling with flooding will see conditions improve as anomalies decrease and northern winds help mitigate water levels. The ongoing coastal flooding is anticipated to subside gradually, marking the end of the persistent issue that's lasted several weeks. A full return to normalcy is expected early next week when the winds turn northwesterly, further easing the water levels.
