Baltimore eased into Friday, July 24, with mostly clear skies and refreshingly cool temperatures in the mid 60s, headed for a high near 85 this afternoon. Light northeast to east breezes and lower humidity should keep things comfortable for errands, outdoor dining, and a stroll along the Inner Harbor.
Afternoon And Evening
Mostly sunny skies are expected to stick around through the afternoon, with east winds of about 1 to 8 mph and temperatures climbing into the mid 80s. By Friday night, clouds should increase, turning skies mostly cloudy with an overnight low near 65.
Weekend Outlook
Saturday, July 25, is set to offer a repeat performance of Friday, mostly sunny with highs near 85. Sunday, July 26, will turn a bit warmer, with highs near 88. Rain chances stay very low through the weekend, although a few inland spots could see an isolated afternoon shower.
Water levels are expected to rebound with onshore flow. Sensitive bay locations, including Annapolis, could approach minor flood thresholds Saturday night, so waterfront watchers may want to keep that in mind.
Next Week: Heat And Storms
Forecasters are calling for a return to a more typical summer pattern Monday, July 27, into Tuesday, July 28, with both temperatures and humidity on the rise. Monday may climb to about 91 degrees with a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Tuesday looks wetter, with showers and thunderstorms likely and the broadest coverage of the week.
Heat indices could reach the mid 90s to near 100 by midweek. For a deeper breakdown, see the NWS forecast discussion for details.
What This Means For You
Enjoy the comfortable weather Friday and through the weekend, then keep an eye on updated forecasts before making outdoor plans early next week, since storms could bring brief heavy rain or strong gusty winds.
If you will be outside on the hotter days, carry water, take regular breaks in the shade or in air conditioned spaces, and consider shifting strenuous activity to the cooler early morning or evening hours.
