Baltimore is bracing for a mixed bag of weather conditions over the next few days, starting with a dry cold front that's sweeping through the area today, according to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service. As the front passes, residents can expect gusty and warm conditions with highs peaking in the low to mid-70s this afternoon, but don't get too cozy with the warmth—cooler temperatures are creeping in tonight as lows are slated to drop to the 40s, and frost advisories may be on the horizon for Thursday night.
As the National Weather Service informs us, Canadian high pressure builds in behind today's cold front, leading to dry and much cooler conditions with daytime highs struggling to break out of the 60s – for those who packed away their sweaters, it might be time to fetch them back out. While Thursday's winds could gust around 20 mph, expect lighter winds to come Friday, but don't let the mild breezes fool you; the coldest temps of the week are expected Thursday night, with seasonal fashion enthusiasts might frown at the likelihood of widespread frost and possible freezing temperatures in certain areas.
The weekend, however, offers a reprieve from the chill, with temperatures projected to rise back into the low to mid-70s, touching 80 degrees in some sunnier spots—perfect for those who thrive in the embrace of autumn milder spells. Looking ahead into early next week, prepare to grab your umbrellas as the National Weather Service anticipates a potent upper-level trough and strong cold front, which could usher in showers, thunderstorms, and even the prospect of severe weather late Sunday into Monday.
For the aviators among us, VFR conditions will reign supreme for the majority of the week, though turbulence may arise with gusty north to northwest winds expected today and Thursday, reaching speeds of 20-25 knots, but these breezes should subside by Friday. Things on the water might be a bit rockier. Small Craft Advisory conditions are forecast to persist through Friday for the windswept Chesapeake Bay, where gusts could hit 25-30 knots tonight. Meanwhile, those with a penchant for open flames should tread carefully as the National Weather Service warns of "elevated fire weather conditions" due to gusty winds and low relative humidity values, especially on Thursday afternoon.
