Baltimore is in for a quick weather whiplash: Thursday brings showers and a high near 65, Friday surges to around 82 before storms arrive, and Saturday feels more like late fall with temperatures stuck in the 50s. The sharp turn means umbrellas, sunscreen and jackets could all earn their keep before the weekend is over.
Thursday Starts Mild Before Showers Move In
Thursday morning should begin partly sunny with temperatures near 60, but clouds will build and rain showers are likely after 11 a.m. The high is expected to reach about 65, with northeast winds between 5 and 7 mph and a 60% chance of rain; no significant accumulation is expected.
Showers may linger into Thursday night, when skies turn cloudy and temperatures fall only to around 60. The chance of rain drops to 40%, so the evening may be damp without being a complete washout.
Friday Brings Summer-Like Heat And Storm Risk
Friday will be the warmest day of the stretch, with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 82. South winds of 7 to 14 mph could gust to 23 mph, while showers or thunderstorms are likely after 5 p.m.
Some Friday-afternoon thunderstorms could be strong, the National Weather Service says.
Saturday Delivers A Sudden Fall Reset
Showers and thunderstorms are likely Friday night, with a 70% chance of rain and northwest gusts up to 24 mph as temperatures drop to around 50. Saturday could start with a few showers, then turn mostly sunny, but the high will reach only about 57 with brisk northerly winds.
The broader region could see frost this weekend, particularly west of Interstate 95, as overnight temperatures fall sharply. Baltimore is forecast to dip to around 41 Saturday night before Sunday brings sunny skies and a high near 59.
Quieter Weather Returns Sunday
Overnight lows are expected in the 30s and 40s, while Sunday and Monday highs are expected in the 60s.
For Baltimore residents, Thursday is the day to keep rain gear nearby, Friday is the day to watch the sky and Saturday is the day to dress in layers. Outdoor plans may survive the forecast, but the weekend will require a little more flexibility than the calendar suggests.
