Baltimore residents can expect a mixed bag of weather conditions in the coming week, with the National Weather Service predicting everything from patchy drizzle and fog to sunny skies and possible thunderstorms. According to the latest forecast, the city will face a mostly cloudy Saturday with highs reaching 54 degrees and light Southeast winds. Patchy fog is expected to roll in later tonight, keeping temperatures consistent around 54 degrees with winds picking up slightly to 5 to 11 mph.
As Baltimoreans ready themselves for Sunday's activities, weather officials advise them to carry an umbrella, forecasting a 90% chance of showers and possible thunderstorms post-2 pm, with new rainfall amounts between a quarter and half an inch likely. The winds will also get brisk, coming from the South at 14 to 20 mph and gusting as high as 34 mph. In her routine patrol, an off-duty officer found wandering the streets amidst the patchy fog late last night.
The tumultuous weather is set to continue into Sunday night, maintaining a 90% chance of precipitation as showers and potential thunderstorms continue into the night. The low is expected around 53 degrees, while the South wind calms to 6 to 11 mph and then shifts to a lighter variable breeze later in the evening.
Going into the work week, Monday holds a 30% chance of morning showers before the skies clear, leading to a mostly sunny Tuesday with a high near 66 degrees. However, the city won't dry out for long, as there's a 50% chance of showers again by Thursday. Despite the wet conditions, Baltimoreans will see mostly sunny days leading up to the weekend, with a high of 52 degrees on Friday. Navigating through the city on Monday night, drivers may get a clear view of the stars with mostly clear skies and a low of around 39 degrees.
For those looking for more detailed weather updates for Baltimore and the surrounding areas, the National Weather Service provides regular forecasts and any necessary weather advisories.
