Baltimore is waking to sticky 78-degree air Tuesday, but the easy morning won't last: temperatures are headed for 94 by afternoon, with heat-index readings as high as 101. Mostly sunny skies should dominate early, while a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms arrives after 2 p.m.
West winds will run 3 to 10 mph, offering only a little relief from the heat. The chance of rain Tuesday afternoon is 20%, but it rises to about 50% Tuesday night as scattered showers and thunderstorms become more likely between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m., with lows staying near 76.
Heat Peaks Tuesday Before Storm Chances Grow
The latest outlook is a meaningful update from Monday's Hoodline forecast: Baltimore remains hot, but the storm threat is now becoming the bigger story for the middle of the week. Wednesday should reach 86 degrees with a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, including a more active window from late morning into early afternoon.
Thursday brings another hot day near 93, with scattered showers and thunderstorms and a 50% rain chance. The National Weather Service says the risk of organized, potentially severe storms increases Thursday as a front approaches, so outdoor plans may need a backup indoor option.
Cooler, Calmer Weekend Ahead
Friday stays warm near 91 with a 30% chance of showers or thunderstorms, then the pattern finally eases. Saturday looks mostly sunny and cooler near 85, while Sunday should be mostly sunny near 83, with overnight lows falling into the mid-60s.
Labor Day Monday remains fairly comfortable near 83 but brings a 30% chance of rain showers, mainly after 8 a.m. No watches, warnings, or advisories are listed for Baltimore, but residents should drink water, use shade or air conditioning during the hottest hours, and head indoors as soon as thunder is heard.
