Baltimore started Monday, May 4, 2026, with a cool but bright wake-up call, skies mostly sunny, and temperatures hovering around 50°F at local stations. By afternoon, it will feel much more like spring in full swing, with highs headed for the mid 70s under plenty of sunshine. A southwest breeze is expected to strengthen later in the day, so light layers are still a smart move for anyone planning to be outside for a while.
Afternoon Warmth And Growing Wind
Monday, May 4, 2026, is forecast to top out near 76°F, with southwest winds around 3 to 10 mph and gusts that could reach about 18 mph. Tuesday, May 5, 2026, looks even warmer, with highs near 84°F and gusts potentially pushing into the mid 20s.
Out on the water, Small Craft Advisories are up for much of the Chesapeake and adjacent tidal waters through 11 AM Monday, and forecasters say more advisories are possible as southerly gusts stay elevated into midweek. Tidal anomalies are also running high, and the office notes that spots such as Annapolis could flirt with minor flood stage during this morning's high tide, according to the NWS Baltimore/Washington.
Midweek Rain And Thunderstorms
A strong cold front is set to push in on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, bringing widespread showers and a solid chance of thunderstorms that may linger into Thursday. Early guidance points to several tenths of an inch to more than an inch of rain for many locations, with locally higher totals possible as the front moves through, according to the Weather Prediction Center. Once the front passes, temperatures slide back, with highs mostly in the 50s and low 60s on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
What To Know For Your Commute
For Monday, enjoy the sunshine, but be ready for a breezy ride. Bicyclists and drivers of taller vehicles may feel some push from those gusts on more exposed stretches of road. By Wednesday evening, plan on wet pavement and slower travel when the heavier showers and storms move through, and anyone organizing outdoor events later in the week will want a backup plan in their pocket.
Mariners and waterfront residents should keep an eye on forecast updates and tide information before heading out, especially while winds stay up and water levels remain elevated.
