Baltimore woke up under mostly cloudy skies on Wednesday, with temperatures hanging in the mid‑50s and that unmistakable "rain is coming" feel in the air. Light showers are expected to slide in late this morning into the early afternoon, followed by a stronger line of showers and thunderstorms this evening that could turn the commute slick and slow. Afternoon highs should reach around 66°F, while southeast winds strengthen, with gusts up to about 21 mph.
When Rain Arrives
Look for light, steady rain to move in late this morning, then ramp up into periods of heavier showers through the afternoon, bringing daytime rainfall totals of roughly a quarter to a half inch. Tonight looks wetter, with another half to three‑quarters of an inch possible, and periods of frequent lightning may develop, according to the National Weather Service.
Evening Storms Could Be Gusty
Forecasters are not expecting a widespread severe outbreak, but the evening line of storms could still pack a punch, with damaging wind gusts and an isolated severe cell or two in the mix. That timing makes the evening drive the riskiest window of the day. Local meteorologists are already sounding the alarm; check the latest updates from WBAL-TV, and compare with our earlier forecast for background.
Boaters And The Shoreline
Small Craft Advisories kick in at 11 a.m. for local waters and run through early Thursday morning, so conditions on the bay will turn choppy with gusty winds. A Coastal Flood Advisory for Annapolis is in place through the morning high tide and could lead to minor tidal flooding on low‑lying waterfront streets, per the National Weather Service.
How To Plan
If you are heading out this evening, give yourself extra time, slow down when the rain gets heavy, and steer clear of flooded roadways. Check the latest forecast before you hit the road and keep an eye out for any updated warnings or advisories tonight. We will update if conditions or alerts change.
