The weather in Baltimore will see a brief respite today as a high-pressure system ushers in warmer, sunnier conditions. According to the National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC, "High pressure will gradually slide offshore today, leading to gradually warming temperatures and dry conditions." Expect the skies to stay mostly clear, with some southerly gusts reaching up to 15 to 20 mph. Temperature predictions for today are optimistic, with widespread mid- to upper-50s forecasted, and a few areas might even see the mercury hit the low 60s.
Transitioning into the evening, the presence of some mid/high clouds will make their exit, ensuring temperatures overnight stay above average in the mid to upper 30s – a silver lining for those not yet ready to bid adieu to the mild weather. A weak cold front is on the calendar for Tuesday, promising to shake things up a bit. "A warm advection regime will ensue across the area," leading to another day of potentially high temperatures, per the National Weather Service. However, rain chances hover around the low side, varying from 15 to 25 percent across the region, so it's more sprinkle than downpour we're talking about here.
Wednesday is forecasted to be mostly sunny with above-average temperatures yet again. Pleasantries aside, clouds are expected to gather by the end of the day as a prelude to the stronger cold front expected on Thursday. This front is expected to roll through, bringing widespread rain chances. Although rainfall amounts should stay lighter, there should not be much to ring any alarms.
Things will cool off again as we approach the weekend with another frontal system approach. The National Weather Service advises, "Cooler temperatures return Friday with another frontal system crossing the region this weekend." While rain showers may pop up here and there on Saturday, a high-pressure area over the southeastern U.S. should keep things relatively dry for most. Marine conditions are also set to be choppy late Thursday into Friday and Saturday when the cold front moves across the waters.
For those interested in aviation forecasts, VFR conditions are benchwarmers through tonight. However, watch late Thursday into Friday when a strong cold front might introduce sub-VFR conditions.
