Baltimore, MD – Cold air lingers over Maryland this morning, and the calm won’t last long. Meteorologists are tracking a developing system expected to bring light snow and a brief wintry mix to central Maryland by Friday morning — a reminder that winter’s grip is tightening as December begins.
According to the National Weather Service, sunshine dominates today with highs near 42°F and steady northwest winds. Skies stay clear tonight before clouds build Thursday. By Friday morning, a weak disturbance slides across the Mid-Atlantic, bringing a chance of snow for several hours before transitioning to a light mix or drizzle as temperatures hover near freezing.
The highest chance for snow is expected from 5 a.m. to 10 a.m. Friday, with accumulations generally under one inch. Roads could turn slick, especially along I-95, I-83, and Route 40, where bridges and ramps freeze faster. While this system won’t bring heavy snow, any frozen precipitation may affect early commutes and morning travel across Baltimore and surrounding counties.
By Friday night, skies clear and temperatures fall to the upper 20s. The weekend brings a return to brighter conditions — highs in the low 40s Saturday and Sunday — though the chill remains steady, keeping frost on lawns and car windshields through early next week.
Five-Day Outlook (Baltimore, MD)
Thursday: Increasing clouds, high 43°F.
Friday: Light snow and wintry mix possible, high 35°F.
Saturday: Partly sunny, high 44°F.
Sunday: Partly sunny, high 43°F.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 38°F.
