Maryland – A steady gray haze hangs over Baltimore and Washington this morning as cold air pools across the region, setting the stage for a developing winter system that may flip rain to snow quickly by evening. Pavement looks damp, tree branches hold a crisp chill, and a light breeze signals the colder push arriving from the north. Residents should brace for fast changes after sunset as conditions deteriorate.
According to the National Weather Service, a Winter Weather Advisory goes into effect at 8 p.m. tonight for D.C., central Maryland, northern Virginia, and the I-95 corridor, lasting until 7 a.m. Sunday. Forecasters expect 1 to 3 inches of snow, with localized 4–5 inch totals possible, especially north and northeast of Baltimore where a narrow heavier band may set up.
Precipitation may start as rain in some neighborhoods before a quick changeover to snow, especially between 9 p.m. and midnight. Roads could become slippery quickly. Visibility may drop below half a mile inside heavier bursts, raising travel concerns on I-95, the BW Parkway, and U.S. 29.
Sunday turns quieter but colder. Winds increase over the Potomac and Chesapeake, where a Gale Warning begins, and wind chills late Sunday may dip near zero in exposed communities. Monday brightens but stays brisk with highs in the low 30s.
Plan more time if traveling early Sunday, and secure outdoor items before the winds strengthen.
