Baltimore rolled into Monday, May 11, 2026, under a gray blanket of mostly cloudy skies and cool mid-50s temperatures. A slight chance of rain showers hangs on through the late morning, with the afternoon headed for a high near 64°F. North winds around 5 to 10 mph could occasionally gust up to 18 mph, so it may feel a bit cooler than the thermometer suggests.
Small Craft Advisory And Morning Showers
If your commute is on water instead of I-95, take note: the Small Craft Advisory has been expanded to all local waters this morning and stays in effect until noon EDT. Boaters should be ready for choppy seas and northerly gusts near 30 kt (about 35 mph). The northern edge of today’s light showers is expected to line up roughly from Harrisonburg to Annapolis, which means most of Baltimore should stay dry, though a brief passing shower is still possible before 1 p.m.
Forecasters are also flagging breezy conditions on exposed bridges and waterfront spots, so it’s a good morning to secure loose items before they go flying, according to the National Weather Service.
Midweek Gusts And Thunder
Tuesday looks like a brief reward for getting through the gray start: mostly sunny skies, a high near 69°F, and lighter winds.
By Wednesday, though, the pattern turns unsettled as a warm front lifts north. Showers and thunderstorms are likely Wednesday into Wednesday night, with highs near 72°F. The prime window for storms is expected during the afternoon and evening, and rain chances spike further overnight. Any stronger storms could bring gusty winds and brief heavy downpours, especially west of the Blue Ridge, so it’s smart to keep a backup plan for outdoor events.
Weekend Warmup And Planning
After a cooler Thursday with highs near 70°F, temperatures rebound into classic spring warmth for the weekend. Highs are forecast to reach the low 80s, around 82°F on Saturday and 85°F on Sunday, setting up both days as the most comfortable for outdoor plans.
If you’re heading to the harbor, keep one eye on the sky and another on the marine forecast; conditions on the water can flip quickly around frontal passages. For more on the midweek setup and storm potential, check out our earlier storm showdown breakdown.
