Baltimore residents can look forward to a predominantly dry and warm weekend, according to the latest weather updates from the National Weather Service (NWS). Friday's weather is set to showcase clear skies partnered with near-average temperatures, with highs expected to be in the 70s to low 80s throughout the region, as mentioned in a report by the National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC. The increased presence of high pressure will also bring lower humidity, giving Baltimore a comfortable kickoff to the weekend.
The night will bring temperatures down to the 50s for most, with the 60s present in metropolitan and waterside areas. Some neighborhoods might encounter patchy fog, particularly those situated in sheltered valleys and rural localities. Sunny skies and amiable temperatures are expected to persist into Saturday, as the high pressure continues its dominion over the area. The mercury may tick up slightly thanks to a shift in wind directions to southerly. According to a forecast discussion obtained by the National Weather Service, the temperature rise is a direct result of this southerly flow, with Saturday's conditions looking slightly warmer compared to recent days.
As for Sunday, the forecast suggests an uptick in temperature with highs edging toward the mid-80s, resulting from an inflating mid-level ridge. The beginning of the upcoming workweek ushers in high pressure, which will maintain dry conditions through Monday, but early signs of uncertainty emerge as the week progresses. A low-pressure system moving along the coast is projected to bring rain chances and potential coastal flooding, yet the NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC maintains low confidence on the precipitation front, with the likelihood of rain capped at less than 25 percent into late next week. This aligns with the broader trend of a dry forecast, a continuation from a notably parched August.
For aviation, this weekend and the start of next week are looking favorable with the NWS predicting "VFR conditions," while the maritime outlook for Chesapeake Bay and the lower Potomac River remains below Small Craft Advisory criteria until Tuesday. Coastal regions, however, should remain vigilant as minor flooding is a possibility. As reported by the NWS, the area is experiencing a minor rise in water levels, and minor flooding is possible in some locations during the afternoon and evening high tide cycle.
Residents and local mariners should continue to follow updates as the situation near the coast evolves. For the most current and comprehensive weather information, Baltimoreans are encouraged to check in with the National Weather Service.
