Baltimore, Maryland – Maryland is set to see a noticeable shift in conditions by Thursday as temperatures climb above freezing, signaling a mid-February thaw that could quickly change travel and road conditions across the state.
According to the National Weather Service and NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, the 8–14 day outlook valid from Friday, February 13 through Thursday, February 19 favors above-normal temperatures across much of Maryland. Daytime highs are expected to rise into the mid to upper 30s starting Thursday, accelerating snowmelt on roads, sidewalks, and residential streets.
Baltimore, Washington County, Anne Arundel County, Prince George’s County, and the Eastern Shore all fall within the warmer-than-average signal. Overnight lows are also expected to moderate closer to freezing, reducing extreme cold but increasing the risk of refreezing where meltwater lingers after dark.
Precipitation probabilities trend near to slightly above normal during this period, raising the potential for rain or a rain-snow mix as warmer air pushes north. The Maryland Department of Transportation warns that major routes including I-95, I-83, I-70, the Baltimore Beltway, and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge could see slushy conditions, ponding water, and slick spots during the morning and evening commutes.
The milder pattern is expected to hold into the middle of next week. Residents should monitor updated advisories, as additional short-term alerts may be issued if precipitation timing or refreeze risks become more defined across Maryland.
