Maryland — A sharp winter chill settles over the Inner Harbor and the District this morning. Breath hangs in the air, and cold pavement feels unforgiving under early footsteps. Temperatures hover near 30 degrees, marking one of the colder starts of the season so far.
Sunshine helps later today, but the cold holds on through the morning commute. Highs reach the low 40s by afternoon, just enough to ease the bite. Roads remain dry, yet drivers should watch bridges and shaded ramps where frost can linger. Allow extra time if traveling early.
Skies stay mostly clear tonight, and temperatures fall again. Lows dip into the mid-20s across Baltimore and nearby suburbs. This is prime freeze territory. Parked cars, windshields, and untreated sidewalks may turn slick by daybreak Sunday.
Sunday brings improvement. Clouds thin, sunshine returns, and highs climb into the upper 40s. Winds pick up slightly, adding a brisk edge, but travel conditions remain favorable. For now, winter stays quiet, to be fair.
Attention then shifts to Monday night. Meteorologists are tracking a developing system that could bring a rain-to-snow mix after midnight. Temperatures hover near freezing, creating a possible changeover window. Even light precipitation could cause slick spots during late-night or early-morning travel.
Tuesday turns milder. Rain becomes more likely during the day, and highs approach 50 degrees. Any lingering ice threat fades quickly, but wet roads could slow traffic along I-95, I-83, and the Baltimore–Washington Parkway.
Looking ahead to Christmas travel, conditions trend calmer and warmer. Highs climb into the low to mid-50s by midweek, offering a welcome break from winter’s grip. Still, cold nights mean black ice remains a concern during early departures.
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Five-Day Outlook — Baltimore, MD / Washington, D.C.
- Today: Mostly sunny, high near 43
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 48
- Monday: Sunny, high near 41
- Tuesday: Chance of rain, high near 50
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 49
