Maryland — A cool gray calm settles across central Maryland this morning as clouds drift low over the harbor and a damp chill lingers on sidewalks and parked cars. The air feels still now, but a developing stretch of travel-impacting weather approaches as the Thanksgiving rush begins across the Mid-Atlantic.
According to the National Weather Service, Baltimore stays mostly cloudy through the day with temps climbing into the low 50s. Winds remain light, creating steady—but not yet disruptive—conditions for early travel. Residents should use this quiet window to prep routes, fuel up vehicles, and plan ahead for increasing rain that will affect regional roads and transit corridors.
Friday brings the first significant change. Rain becomes possible after noon, then grows more likely by Friday night as moisture pushes northward. Forecasters expect steadier rain during the late-day commute, which could slow traffic on I-95, I-83, I-695, and the BW Parkway. Visibility may dip under heavier pockets, and slick pavement could complicate outbound holiday travel.
Saturday holds a 30% chance of lingering showers, mainly early, before skies brighten later in the afternoon. For now, temperatures stay safely above freezing, ruling out any icy mix locally. But to be fair, national weather models continue to highlight a broader “Winter Tease” developing across the central and eastern U.S. next week. Long-range guidance hints at snow potential, including chances for heavy snow, between Nov. 25 and Dec. 3, especially in the Midwest, Appalachians, and interior Northeast. Anyone connecting through Chicago, Detroit, Philadelphia, or Boston should watch for shifting flight impacts.
Sunday turns sunny and mild—one of the strongest pre-Thanksgiving travel days for the region.
Five-Day Outlook
Friday: Rain develops; highs near 58.
Saturday: Early showers; highs near 57.
Sunday: Sunny; highs near 55.
Monday: Mostly sunny; highs near 60.
Tuesday: Rain chance; highs near 57.
