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Maryland Weather Oct. 29-31: Near 80 Friday, Cooler Halloween Saturday
Baltimore, MD – A stretch of unusually warm late October weather could push temperatures near 80 degrees across portions of Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region Friday, Oct. 30, before a weak col
By Elliot Vaughn · 2026-10-29T08:45:52.407Z
Baltimore, MD – A stretch of unusually warm late October weather could push temperatures near 80 degrees across portions of Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region Friday, Oct. 30, before a weak cold front brings cooler conditions just in time for Halloween.
According to the National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington office, morning clouds and patchy fog Thursday, Oct. 29, will gradually clear, allowing temperatures to climb above seasonal averages during the afternoon.
Thursday's regional highs are forecast to range from 66 to 76 degrees, with southerly winds of 5 to 10 mph.
Overnight temperatures will generally fall between 43 and 55 degrees.
The warmest conditions arrive Friday, Oct. 30, when sunshine dominates the forecast and afternoon highs range from 61 to 80 degrees across the region.
The wide temperature range reflects differences between higher elevations and warmer lower elevation communities.
Friday night temperatures are expected to fall between 35 and 48 degrees as cooler air begins settling into the area.
By Halloween Saturday, Oct. 31, a weak frontal system will bring a noticeable change.
Afternoon temperatures are expected to range from 59 to 68 degrees, with increasing cloud cover replacing Friday's sunshine.
For families planning trick or treating and other outdoor Halloween activities, Saturday's forecast currently favors cooler, cloudier conditions rather than significant rainfall.
Saturday night temperatures could fall between 37 and 49 degrees, making jackets advisable for evening celebrations.
The cooler conditions will be especially noticeable compared with Friday's potentially 80 degree afternoon warmth.
Residents across Baltimore, surrounding Maryland counties and the Washington metropolitan area should prepare for changing temperatures through the weekend.
The National Weather Service has not identified a significant storm system or widespread rainfall threat in the provided three day outlook.
Updated local forecasts will help residents plan around temperature differences and changing cloud cover as Halloween approaches.