Baltimore, Md. – Strong wind gusts could create hazardous travel conditions across Maryland within minutes, especially along major highways and open areas heading into early April.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, the 8-to-14 day outlook from Friday, March 27 through Thursday, April 2 shows near-normal temperatures and precipitation across much of Maryland, but with an increased likelihood of strong wind events. Gusts could reach 40 to 45 mph at times, particularly in open terrain and along the Chesapeake Bay.
In central Maryland, including Baltimore and the I-95 corridor, sudden crosswinds may impact high-profile vehicles and create difficult driving conditions on bridges and elevated roadways. The Francis Scott Key Bridge corridor and I-695 could see brief slowdowns during peak wind periods.
Western Maryland, including Frederick and Hagerstown, may see gusty conditions funnel through higher terrain, increasing the risk of isolated power outages where tree limbs and utility lines are exposed. Travel along I-70 and I-81 could be impacted by sudden wind shifts.
Along the Eastern Shore, stronger gusts near the Chesapeake Bay could create choppy conditions and hazardous travel on routes such as US-50 and the Bay Bridge.
Residents should secure loose outdoor objects, charge essential devices, and use caution while traveling, especially in high-profile vehicles.
This pattern is expected to persist into early April, with additional wind advisories possible as conditions evolve.
