Baltimore residents can anticipate a blend of sunshine and clouds today with the possibility of showers and thunderstorms as a cold front moves in. According to the National Weather Service, Baltimore, MD/Washington, DC, conditions are expected to be hot and humid, leading to high temperatures in the upper 80s to lower 90s. In comparison, higher elevations will see upper 70s to lower 80s. Areas of low clouds and patchy fog early this morning will give way to a mix of sun and clouds later this morning through the afternoon, as outlined in the forecast discussion.
As the cold front approaches, locals might want to take advantage of the cooler air that's predicted to settle in by tomorrow. The highs are set to remain in the 80s, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the southern regions. Friday night temperatures are anticipated to drop into the 60s and 70s, offering a brief respite from some earlier mugginess we've seen. Looking ahead to the weekend, high pressure building over Canada will extend towards the mid-Atlantic and bring drier conditions in the northern portions of the forecast area.
For those making weekend plans, Saturday's weather isn't expected to veer too far from the usual summer patterns — warm with the chance of sporadic showers or thunderstorms, particularly in areas influenced by bay and river breezes, as well as terrain. The National Weather Service notes that a subtropical ridge in the Southeast U.S. will build into the region, likely resulting in high temperatures in the mid-80s to low-90s, with cooler readings in the mountains. Come nightfall, lows will land in the mild 60s and 70s.
The long-term forecast, stretching through to the middle of next week, points to sustained heat and humidity accompanied by the daily possibility of afternoon thunderstorms. A typical summertime pattern will continue through the long-term period, the forecast reads, hinting at highs in the low to mid-90s by Sunday, and slightly cooler early next week. Dewpoints hovering in the upper 60s and lower 70s should keep the air feeling sticky. The immediate outlook for mariners is more of the same: with winds staying below Small Craft Advisory criteria and general expectations for light southeasterly breezes over the weekend.
Lastly, with the recent full moon and calm winds, water levels along some coastal areas might be slightly higher than usual. However, the National Weather Service does not anticipate significant tidal flooding at this moment. With nature's elements constantly at play, Baltimore's citizens and visitors can count on a mix of predictable summer warmth with a sprinkling of seasonal weather surprises.
