Maryland–Washington, D.C. – A biting 25-degree start grips the region this morning, and northwest winds are pushing gusts past 20 mph, cutting through coats along the Inner Harbor and Capitol Hill. The air feels sharp, and any leftover damp spots remain frozen in shaded areas.
According to the National Weather Service, sunshine dominates today with a high near 39 degrees. Northwest winds range from 6 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 21 mph. Roads stay dry, but early commuters should watch for isolated slick patches where melting refroze before sunrise.
Tonight turns mostly clear with lows dropping to 27. Saturday rebounds nicely under full sun, reaching 54 degrees by afternoon. That brief February thaw will not last.
Clouds increase Saturday night, and a developing system pushes rain into the Baltimore–D.C. corridor by early Sunday afternoon. Rain becomes likely after 1 p.m. Sunday, with highs near 44. The chance of precipitation climbs to 60 percent during the day and 70 percent Sunday night. Expect steady rain and wet pavement along I-95, I-695, and the Baltimore-Washington Parkway. Plan extra travel time through Sunday evening.
Temperatures hover in the mid-30s Sunday night. While most areas see plain rain, colder pockets north and west could flirt with a brief mix if readings dip close to 32 degrees.
Washington’s Birthday stays mostly cloudy with highs near 46. By Tuesday, sunshine returns and temperatures climb back to 54. Midweek readings approach the upper 50s, signaling a gradual warm front and early spring vibes.
The 6- to 10-day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across the Mid-Atlantic. Traveling Sunday? Let us know what you’re seeing on the roads.
Five Day Outlook for Baltimore, Maryland:
Saturday: Sunny, high 54.
Sunday: Rain likely after 1 p.m., high 44.
Monday (Washington’s Birthday): Mostly cloudy, high 46.
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 54.
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high 59.
