Baltimore residents can expect a high-pressure system to bring a string of sunny days with dry conditions as the week begins. According to the latest update from the National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC, we are under the calming influence of a surface high pressure centered to our north, which will maintain its grip on the weather pattern through Monday.
Temperatures today are poised to hit the 50s to low 60s across the area, offering a pleasantly cool backdrop to a largely sunny day. It's worth noting that, although starting northerly, winds are set to shift easterly by tonight, conserving the tranquil atmosphere. However, folks along the Alleghenies should be prepared for gusts up to 20 knots, possibly requiring an extra layer if headed outdoors.
As we move into the early part of the week, upper-level solid ridging continues to build overhead Monday before slowly shifting eastward throughout Tuesday, as the National Weather Service reports. This will give way to a warm front lifting north of the area on Monday, gradually increasing cloud cover. Lighter jackets may be in order as overnight lows stay in the 40s and 50s, with highs on Tuesday soaring into the 70s.
The midweek forecast is more uncertain as a cold front influences our weather. The Service advises that the highest chance for rain on Wednesday will be in the mountains, yet all areas should still enjoy higher-than-average temperatures for this time of year—mid-70s to near 80. However, travelers and marine enthusiasts should closely monitor conditions as the front settles in, with Small Craft Advisories possibly being needed for Tuesday due to southerly channeling.
