The chill in Baltimore is set to persist, with Arctic high pressure maintaining a grip on the city, ensuring temperatures stay well below average for the morning. According to the National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC's latest update, some mild relief is on the horizon as the high pressure begins to lift later in the week, allowing for a moderate uptick in temperatures.
Today's forecast hints at a gradual shift in the weather pattern. "As surface high pressure slides east, southerly return flow will to gradually warm things up today, allowing temperatures to rise into the upper 20s to mid 30s," states the National Weather Service report. Residents can expect mostly sunny skies throughout the city, although those in the mountains could witness continued cloud cover and potential upslope snow into Thursday night.
Looking ahead to the weekend, "Southwesterly flow with mostly sunny skies are expected on Saturday," suggests the National Weather Service. That means high temperatures will range from the 30s to the low 40s – a slight increase that might be enough to thaw out the local spirit. However, the nights will still catch a chill, with lows predicted in the 20s to low 30s.
The forecast projects a consistent pattern for those wondering about the upcoming workweek's outlook. Much of the same temperatures are expected on Monday, with high pressure bringing drier conditions from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday, the National Weather Service anticipates. The week also brings a shot at some light rain across the eastern parts of Virginia and far southern Maryland and possibly a few snow showers in the Appalachian region early next week. Baltimore aviators and mariners can breathe a sigh of relief with VFR conditions expected through Monday and no marine hazards on the horizon until at least then.
Baltimore residents currently under the Cold Weather Advisory—including those in Maryland's Garrett County, parts of Virginia, and West Virginia—can look forward to the advisory lifting at 10 AM EST this morning. With no other watches, warnings, or advisories, the city prepares for a slow climb back to more tolerable temperatures.
