Baltimore residents can expect a mix of isolated showers, scattered thunderstorms, and partially sunny skies throughout the upcoming week. According to the latest weather forecasts, the first bout of precipitation is expected to occur after 2 pm today, with isolated showers between 2 pm and 5 pm, followed by scattered showers and thunderstorms after 5 pm, as reported by the National Weather Service. A mostly calm wind will grow southeast at 5 to 9 mph this morning, and the maximum temperature is expected to hover around 81 degrees.
As we move into the evening, the forecast suggests scattered showers and thunderstorms before 11 pm, followed by isolated showers, with a low of 67 degrees and a gentle south wind. The weather pattern from Friday through Sunday night oscillates, with the chance of precipitation ranging from 40% tonight to a peak of 80% on Saturday night, when showers and possibly a thunderstorm are predicted, before giving way to a chance of showers. Meanwhile, residents planning their Friday will have to account for a possible interruption by showers and thunderstorms after 2 pm, under partially sunny skies and a high near 88 degrees.
On Saturday, the weather service cautions that there is a 70% chance of precipitation, with showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2 pm. During the day, temperatures will rise to near 85 degrees, accompanied by a south wind moving at 5 to 10 mph. Sunday's forecast anticipates Showers likely, with thunderstorms also possible after 2 pm. However, temperatures will cool slightly, with a high of around 74 degrees under mostly cloudy skies.
The commencement of the new week doesn't seem to offer much respite from the wet conditions. Monday through Tuesday, showers are set to become a familiar presence, with likelihoods solidly planted at 60%, as the days are expected to see highs of 74 and 75 degrees, respectively. Nighttime lows will hover around the consistent 61-degree mark. On Wednesday, the chances of rain drop to 40%, with a high of 77 degrees anticipated, offering a sliver of hope for those yearning for drier days.
Updates on the weather situation can be found on the National Weather Service website, which provides point forecasts for specific coordinates, including Baltimore at "39.29°N 76.61°W (Elev. 7 ft). The forecast, last updated at 7:29 a.m. EDT on May 1, 2025, remains valid through 6 p.m. EDT on May 7, 2025.
