Frostburg, MD – A potential wintry mix is expected across portions of western Maryland and eastern West Virginia today, bringing the risk of snow, sleet, and freezing rain from late morning through early evening, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Baltimore/Washington. While precipitation amounts will remain light, even minimal accumulations could create slick roadways during peak travel hours.
According to NWS forecasters, wintry precipitation may begin as light snow or sleet late Tuesday morning before transitioning to a mix of sleet and freezing rain during the afternoon. Areas most likely to be affected include eastern Garrett County, extreme western Allegany County, and western Mineral County in West Virginia. Communities such as Frostburg, Grantsville, and Elk Garden may see temporary icing on elevated surfaces and untreated roadways.
Temperatures will hover near the freezing mark, which increases the potential for roads, sidewalks, and bridges to become slick—especially toward the late afternoon and early evening commute. Even trace amounts of ice can create hazardous conditions in mountainous terrain where temperatures fluctuate quickly.
NWS Baltimore/Washington advises commuters to plan extra travel time and remain alert to rapidly changing road conditions, particularly in higher elevations and shaded stretches of roadway. Precipitation is expected to taper off by early evening as temperatures gradually rise or precipitation transitions to plain rain.
No official warnings or advisories have been issued beyond the Special Weather Statement, but forecasters emphasize that the situation bears monitoring as small temperature changes could affect whether precipitation freezes on contact.
Residents traveling along I-68, U.S. 40, and other mountain routes should exercise caution, use headlights during precipitation, and reduce speed on potentially icy surfaces.
Further updates are expected through the day as meteorologists monitor temperature trends and precipitation timing.
