BALTIMORE, Md. – Baltimore residents will feel the peak of summer heat this weekend as temperatures climb into the mid-90s Sunday, with storms expected to follow into early next week.
According to the National Weather Service, Baltimore will see highs near 92°F Saturday under mostly clear skies before soaring to 96°F Sunday afternoon. Winds will remain light, but humidity will push the heat index even higher. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms develops late Sunday night, continuing into Monday.
The chance of rain increases Monday, with showers and possible thunderstorms moving across Central Maryland, including Baltimore, Towson, and Columbia. Rain chances linger through Tuesday and Wednesday, with the highest likelihood of storms Monday night.
Travelers and commuters should be alert for sudden downpours and wet roads during evening hours. Residents are advised to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity during peak heat, and keep devices charged in case of power interruptions tied to storms.
The National Weather Service says conditions will ease slightly midweek, with highs in the mid-to-upper 80s by Thursday. Additional advisories could be issued if storms strengthen.
Five Day Forecast for Baltimore, MD
- Saturday: High 92°F, decreasing clouds.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 96°F. Storm chances after 11 p.m.
- Monday: High 89°F, chance of showers and storms.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 86°F, scattered showers possible.
- Wednesday: High 88°F with a 40% chance of afternoon showers.
