Maryland — A sharp winter chill grips the region this morning. Parked cars crunch with frost, and sidewalks feel stiff underfoot as temperatures sit in the low 20s across Baltimore.
Sunshine helps later today. Highs rise into the low 40s, but the cold lingers in shaded spots. Drivers should still watch for black ice early, especially on bridges and ramps along I-83 and I-95. After all, this is prime flash-freeze season.
Changes arrive tonight. Clouds thicken, and a developing system pushes moisture north. By early Tuesday, rain moves in. A brief rain-and-snow mix is possible at the start, mainly before sunrise. Little accumulation is expected, but timing matters for commuters. Wet pavement combined with lingering cold could slow travel through mid-morning.
Temperatures rebound Tuesday afternoon. Highs near 50 degrees end any winter precipitation threat. Still, meteorologists say this pattern is worth watching. Warm air surging over cold ground is an early winter signal across the Mid-Atlantic.
Wednesday trends quieter and brighter. Sunshine returns, and highs again reach near 50. That sets up a mild Christmas Eve. Clouds increase late Wednesday night, and a chance of rain returns on Christmas Day. Travel conditions currently look manageable, though damp roads may persist.
Residents should stay alert through the week. Rapid temperature swings can turn melted moisture into slick spots after dark. Keep extra distance while driving and allow added travel time during rain.
Plan now: clear windshields fully this morning, slow down on cold roads, and monitor updates if traveling for the holidays.
5-Day Outlook for Baltimore, MD
- Monday: Sunny, cold morning, high near 43
- Tuesday: Chance of rain, brief snow mix early, high near 50
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 50
- Christmas Day: Chance of rain, mild, high near 48
- Thursday: Cloudy with rain chances, high near 41
