Baltimore is waking up Thursday to air near 77°F and a dew point in the mid-70s, setting up another muggy summer day. Sunshine will push temperatures to about 92°F, while the heat index could reach 101. Southwest winds will stay light, generally between 3 and 9 mph.
Sunny Thursday Gives Way To Nighttime Storm Chances
Most of Thursday should remain sunny, with only a small chance of a passing shower during the afternoon. The odds increase Thursday night, when a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms is forecast before 1 a.m., according to the National Weather Service.
Friday And Saturday Bring The Bigger Storm Risk
Friday will look much like Thursday, with mostly sunny skies, a high near 92°F and a heat index around 100 before a slight chance of storms develops after 2 p.m. Storm chances rise Friday night to 50%, then return Saturday afternoon as temperatures again reach about 92°F. Forecasters say stronger storms are possible Friday and Saturday, with damaging wind gusts the main concern.
Brief Sunday Break Before More Heat
Sunday offers a mostly sunny pause, but it will not be cool, with a high near 92°F. Monday could reach 93°F, followed by a hotter Tuesday near 95°F and another chance of afternoon thunderstorms. Wednesday dips to around 89°F while shower and thunderstorm chances increase.
For Baltimore residents, the practical plan is simple: schedule strenuous outdoor work earlier in the day, drink plenty of water and take breaks from the heat. Keep an eye on the sky Friday and Saturday, especially if you have outdoor plans, since thunderstorms can develop quickly even when the day begins bright and dry. No watches, warnings or advisories are listed for Baltimore in the current forecast package.
