Baltimore started Saturday, June 20, under mostly clear skies, with morning temperatures in the mid‑60s already on their way to the upper 80s. Expect a mostly sunny day with a high near 87°F, but it will come with a noticeable breeze, as west winds strengthen and send gusts up to about 29 mph, rattling umbrellas and turning waterfront walks into wind tunnels.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
According to the National Weather Service, west winds of 10 to 16 mph with gusts as high as 29 mph are expected from late morning through the afternoon. Those gusts will stand out on exposed routes, bridges, and along the Inner Harbor, and unsecured patio furniture could shift or scatter. Give yourself extra time for bike and bridge crossings and be ready for sudden bursts of wind near the water.
Boaters And Shoreline Tips
Small-craft operators should plan on choppy conditions on the bay and consider staying in port, adding extra lines, or delaying launches until winds ease. Along the waterfront, awnings and umbrellas can turn into airborne hazards in stronger gusts, so secure lightweight items before heading out. If you are meeting friends on docks or piers, factor the wind into your timing and footing.
Storm Risk On Monday
A stronger system will move in Sunday night and be near the region Monday, June 22, bringing a high chance of showers and thunderstorms along with a daytime high near 91°F. The forecast office notes that a few storms could be strong to severe, with locally heavy rain and damaging gusts; if the warm front stalls over the area, higher rain totals and brief flooding become more likely. Have an indoor backup ready for outdoor plans on Monday, and check forecasts Sunday night and again Monday morning.
Looking Ahead
Tuesday and Wednesday should offer a short break, with slightly lower humidity and highs in the mid‑80s, before afternoon and evening thunderstorm chances return later in the week. If you have events planned from Thursday into next weekend, keep an eye on updates, since the timing and placement of fronts will dictate where storms form and how intense they get.
