Baltimore, MD – Blistering heat returns to Baltimore on Tuesday, July 8, with heat index values soaring near 103°F before scattered thunderstorms move in by evening. Residents should limit outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours and make preparations for heavy rainfall and lightning after 6 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service, Baltimore’s high will climb to 96°F Tuesday, with the risk of showers and thunderstorms ramping up after 2 p.m. The storms could deliver new rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter inch, with locally higher totals possible. Strong winds and vivid lightning are possible as the system tracks across the city and surrounding counties.
Local impacts include difficult travel on I-95 and I-83 during the evening commute, with brief downpours and ponding possible on major roads. Utility crews are on standby for scattered power outages, especially if wind gusts increase. Residents are urged to stay hydrated, charge devices, and keep a close eye on changing weather alerts.
Looking ahead, the unsettled pattern persists. Scattered showers and thunderstorms remain possible each day through Saturday, July 13. Highs will stay near 90°F midweek, with another round of stronger storms likely Thursday afternoon into the evening. The weekend brings a mix of sun and storms, with muggy conditions sticking around and highs in the upper 80s.
Warnings remain in effect as storm chances continue. Stay tuned for updates as Baltimore faces another stretch of volatile summer weather.
Five-Day Baltimore Forecast:
- Tuesday (High 96°F / Low 77°F): Showers and thunderstorms likely after 2 p.m. Heat index up to 103°F.
- Wednesday (High 92°F / Low 76°F): Slight chance of morning storms, then partly sunny.
- Thursday (High 90°F / Low 76°F): Afternoon and evening thunderstorms likely. Humid.
- Friday (High 90°F / Low 76°F): Continued chance of thunderstorms, mainly after 2 p.m.
- Saturday (High 91°F / Low 76°F): Scattered storms, mostly cloudy, muggy.
