Baltimore, Maryland – Thunderstorms and near-record May heat will push into Baltimore Friday, threatening to disrupt travel and outdoor events across the region.
According to the National Weather Service, a line of storms is expected to move through central Maryland after 2 p.m. Friday, following an early morning round of showers. Temperatures will soar to 89°F, adding energy to the atmosphere that could intensify storm strength. Wind gusts up to 16 mph may accompany the storms, especially along I-83 and the I-695 beltway.
Friday night brings continued thunderstorm chances before tapering off early Saturday. Another wave of moisture is set to move through late Saturday into Saturday night, with a strong 80% chance of showers and storms between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m. Flash flooding is possible in low-lying and urban areas.
By Sunday, cooler air settles in. Temperatures will drop to 74°F with more scattered showers likely after 2 p.m. The wet pattern continues into Monday, where storms could return again by midday. Tuesday and Wednesday will bring slightly drier conditions, but clouds and scattered storms may linger.
🔎 Extended 5-Day Forecast for Baltimore, MD:
- Friday (May 2): High 89°F, storms after 2 p.m., breezy
- Saturday: High 85°F, strong chance of evening storms
- Sunday: High 74°F, rain and thunder likely by afternoon
- Monday: High 74°F, showers/storms likely, especially after 2 p.m.
- Tuesday: High 75°F, rain likely most of the day
