Baltimore residents can expect a steady climb in temperatures this week thanks to a high-pressure system settling to the south, according to the latest National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC forecast. Continued dry conditions and a gradual warm-up mark today's weather. The report details that as high pressure moves offshore on Monday, southerly winds will aid in even warmer conditions throughout the week, though a dry cold front on Tuesday could bring slight changes.
With early morning temperatures mainly in the mid to upper 20s and pockets of upper teens to low 20s for some areas, the day began on a relatively cool note. However, as the winds shift to westerly, forecast highs across the region range from the mid-40s to the low 50s, which is a bit of a bolster compared to recent temperatures. A mainly dry cold front will push through the region on Tuesday, possibly affecting only certain areas with minimal rainfall. "Areas closer to the Mason-Dixon Line have a 15 to 25 percent chance of seeing any measurable rainfall," stated the National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC forecast discussion.
As for the upcoming workweek, a northern stream-dominant upper pattern is expected to keep skies mostly sunny and dry. Exiting the surface high pressure into the Atlantic will welcome a southerly flow, contributing to a warming trend. Temperatures could reach widespread mid-50s, with some areas potentially seeing upper 50s. But the warmth isn't limited to Monday, with the National Weather Service predicting a string of four days with above-average temperatures.
Looking further ahead, Wednesday welcomes high pressure nearly overhead, leading to a mix of sun and clouds with continued warm temperatures. Rain chances, however, are rising by Thursday as an area of low pressure appears set to cross the Mid-Atlantic. While the rainfall isn't expected to be significant, it slightly differs from the dry pattern that starts the week. The National Weather Service forecasts that the highs on Thursday will remain above normal for this time of the year, though slightly cooler compared to Wednesday.
In terms of aviation, the forecast suggests continued VFR conditions due to high pressure. Light winds will prevail today, shifting to southerly on Monday as the high pressure exits. The maritime forecast similarly predicts sub-SCA winds extending into Thursday.
