Baltimore's weather today is throwing a mix of conditions at locals, with cold gusty winds whipping through as a low-pressure system hangs over eastern Canada, according to the National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC. Winds are expected to hit with gusto, particularly near the Potomac River and in higher elevations where warnings are in effect, so hold onto your hats and cozy up in layers if stepping outside is a must.
For those in the Baltimore region, it's not just the winds you'll be battling; travelers along and west of the Allegheny Front should prep for snow showers and potential blizzard-like visibility dipping down to a quarter-mile at times, the commute this Wednesday morning could be tricky if further snowfall decides to join the party as the winter weather advisory remains in effect until 10 AM. Low pressure is set to skedaddle slowly northeastward, which should take the edge off the winds this afternoon, but it’s far from a calm forecast as another upper-level disturbance is queuing up to keep the winter mood in full swing later tonight into Wednesday.
Mariners are in for a rough ride too, with a Gale Warning in effect until later this evening for a good portion of the Chesapeake Bay and upper Tidal Potomac River, small craft should be aware of the risks with advice against taking to the water extending until 6 PM EST Wednesday for certain areas even though a general state of caution applies for all areas through tonight, reports the National Weather Service.
Looking ahead, it’s likely to stay on the drier side, but don’t get too cozy; if the low shifts a bit more northward by the weekend, rain or wintry mix might yet say hello, so stay tuned for updates as the region navigates the ebb and flow of the current cold front. High pressure will take the helm briefly by late Thursday, offering a bit of reprieve from the chilly gusts, and Friday just might offer a mild sneak peek at a warmer follow-up before another cold front queues up for a cameo.
