Friday, May 1, starts with a bit of a chill in Baltimore, but the day shapes up nicely with mostly sunny skies and a high near 67°F. Light southwest breezes will keep things comfortable, and most of the city should stay dry through the daytime. A late-evening chance of light showers and some cooler nights on tap mean gardeners and late commuters will want to think a step ahead.
Tonight
Friday night, May 1, turns mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m., and a low around 49°F. Any rain is expected to be on the light side, with new amounts staying under a tenth of an inch, though briefly wet roads could be an issue for late-night drivers.
Weekend Outlook
Saturday, May 2, trends mostly cloudy with a slight chance of afternoon showers and a high near 62°F. The coldest stretch arrives Saturday night into Sunday morning, when lows fall into the 30s to low 40s across much of the region. Gusty winds may help limit frost in some spots. By Sunday, May 3, skies should clear out, conditions turn breezier, and highs reach near 63°F with northwest gusts up to about 20 mph.
What Officials Are Saying
According to the National Weather Service, Freeze Warnings and Frost Advisories are in effect through 8 a.m. Friday, May 1 for parts of the region, and Small Craft Advisories remain in place for sections of the Chesapeake this morning. The National Weather Service also notes a warm-up early next week, with highs near 73°F on Monday, May 4 and possibly near 80°F by Tuesday, May 5, along with an increased risk of showers and thunderstorms Wednesday, May 6 as a front approaches.
Practical tips: cover tender plants and hold off on setting out frost-sensitive seedlings until after Sunday, May 3. Secure lightweight patio furniture and decorations before breezy conditions arrive Sunday afternoon. If you have late-evening plans on Friday, May 1, check the hourly forecast before heading out and be ready for a quick, light shower.
