Baltimore is soaking up a cool, mostly sunny Tuesday morning, May 12, with early temperatures in the upper 40s to low 50s and a high near 70 on tap this afternoon. Light northwest breezes will keep things feeling comfortable, but a wetter, gustier system is already lining up for Wednesday.
Storms Lining Up for Wednesday
A low-pressure system is set to shove a cold front through the region on Wednesday, May 13, bumping highs into the mid-70s and setting the stage for late-day showers and thunderstorms. Forecasters put the daytime chance around 50%, climbing to near 90% Wednesday night, with new rainfall totals of a quarter to a half-inch possible and the risk of strong, locally damaging wind gusts during the evening commute, according to the National Weather Service.
Boaters, Tides and the Evening Drive
Small Craft Advisories are posted for many Chesapeake and tidal waters starting tonight into Wednesday, with choppy conditions and gusts in the 20–30 mph range expected on exposed waterways. The forecast also flags the potential for elevated water levels and action-stage tides at spots like Annapolis by early Thursday, so waterfront residents and recreational boaters are urged to check tide times and postpone nonessential trips. On land, plan for wet pavement and slower travel during the Wednesday evening rush and give yourself some extra time if you are commuting.
Weekend Warm-Up on Deck
After a brief cool-down Thursday, above-average heat makes a comeback for the weekend, with highs climbing into the 80s on Saturday and reaching the mid-to-upper 80s on Sunday. Early outlooks even show a shot at near 90 by Monday, May 18. For more background on the pattern and an earlier look at the midweek setup, see how Baltimore braces for midweek storm punch.
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