Baltimore, MD – Maryland residents can expect cloudy skies to return Wednesday, accompanied by a chance of stray showers mainly along the Chesapeake Bay and parts of southern Maryland. The state will experience a slight dip in temperatures and increased cloud cover as a weak wave of low pressure moves up the coast, although much of the region will stay dry throughout the day.
Clouds Return with a Chance of Showers Near the Chesapeake
On Tuesday night, clouds will creep back into Maryland, primarily along and east of the I-95 corridor. This is due to a weak wave of low pressure riding along the coast. Despite the added cloudiness, Maryland will remain dry statewide, with overnight lows expected to be about five degrees warmer than the previous night, particularly near Baltimore and the Chesapeake Bay.
By Wednesday, a stray shower may develop along the Chesapeake, with the best chance of measurable rainfall limited to southern Maryland and the Lower Eastern Shore. Regions west of Baltimore will generally stay dry and see sunnier conditions, especially in western Maryland where skies are expected to remain clear.
- Highs on Wednesday will range in the low to mid-70s, with cooler temperatures in the 60s across mountain areas.
- Overnight lows will dip into the 50s, with some 40s in far western valleys.
- Late-day sunshine is possible east of I-95 as drier air returns.
Thursday Brings Sunshine and Warmer Temperatures
Sunshine will make a strong comeback on Thursday across all of Maryland. A push of high pressure will deliver mostly sunny skies and a return to more seasonable warmth.
Temperatures will rebound to the upper 70s and low 80s in parts of central Maryland, reversing the gloominess experienced on Wednesday. This renewed warm and sunny weather will set the tone for the rest of the week and weekend, CBS News reported.
Dry and Comfortable Weather Pattern Expected Through the Weekend and Beyond
The end of the week and upcoming weekend will see a continuation of a dry, slightly cooler-than-normal weather pattern as high pressure slides in from the north. Temperatures will generally hold steady in the 70s and lower 80s during the day, with comfortable lows in the 50s overnight.
Looking ahead to early next week, weather models indicate a weak disturbance passing through from Canada with a small chance of rain showers on Monday. However, the likelihood of significant precipitation remains low.
“This means our streak of unusually dry weather will likely continue through at least the middle of next week with the abnormally dry conditions rapidly spreading across much of the area,” local meteorologists explained.
Key Takeaways for Maryland Weather This Week
- Clouds increase late Tuesday night, mainly east of I-95.
- Stray showers possible Wednesday near Chesapeake Bay and southern Maryland.
- Western Maryland remains mostly sunny with dry conditions.
- Temperatures in the low to mid-70s; cooler in the mountains.
- Sunny and warmer Thursday with highs reaching low 80s.
- Dry and comfortable weather pattern expected through weekend.
- Low chance of showers early next week, continuing dry trend likely.
What do you think about this week’s weather outlook for Maryland? Have you noticed the changing cloud patterns or enjoyed the recent dry conditions? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
