Baltimore rolled into Thursday with mild, mostly sunny skies, temperatures in the low 70s, and a sticky dew point hanging in the low 60s. A pre-dawn cold front swept out the drizzle and flipped the breeze to the northwest, setting the stage for a bright but brisk afternoon. Highs will top out near 79°F with plenty of sunshine for anyone trying to sneak in some time outside.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
By this afternoon, expect mostly sunny and noticeably breezy conditions, with northwest winds running 5 to 13 mph and gusts that could hit 25 mph. That is enough to rattle patio umbrellas, nudge high-profile vehicles on area bridges, and send loose trash skittering down exposed sidewalks. According to the National Weather Service, winds stay blustery into the evening before easing overnight.
Boaters Take Note
A Small Craft Advisory is in effect from noon to midnight this evening for Chesapeake waters, so small boats and kayaks are better off staying docked during the advisory. If you absolutely have to be on the water, secure loose gear and be ready for choppy conditions and those gusty northwest winds.
Weekend Outlook
Friday, May 29, 2026, remains dry and pleasantly warm, with a high near 79°F and lighter north winds. Saturday, May 30, 2026, trends a bit cooler, with a high near 74°F and a reinforcing north wind that may gust around 20 mph. Sunday, May 31, 2026, looks sunny and mild, with highs around 75°F. A slight chance of afternoon showers and isolated thunderstorms returns on Monday, June 1, 2026, and continues into Tuesday, June 2, 2026, mainly after 2 p.m., so earlier start times are your safest bet for outdoor plans.
What This Means For Your Plans
Today is tailor-made for errands, walks, or outdoor dining, but you may want a light jacket once the sun dips and the breeze hangs on. Tie down or bring in lightweight items in yards and on balconies before the gusts ramp up. Boaters should stick to local advisories, and commuters should be ready for a few extra tugs on the steering wheel during windy bridge crossings this afternoon.
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