Baltimore, MD – Thunderstorms packing damaging winds, hail, and even isolated tornado threats are forecast to sweep across central Maryland and northern Virginia late Monday. The I-95 corridor, stretching from Baltimore through D.C. to Annandale, faces the brunt of the severe weather until midnight.
According to the National Weather Service, storm activity will intensify after 5 p.m. Monday, with wind gusts up to 28 mph and localized downpours. Motorists on I-95 and I-66 should use caution during the evening commute. Spotter activation may be needed due to the storm’s severity, with scattered power outages and flash flooding possible in low-lying areas.
Tuesday brings calm relief, with sunny skies and highs near 60°F across the region. Winds will shift northwest, gusting up to 26 mph in the afternoon.
Here’s your extended five-day forecast:
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny with highs in the low 80s. Expect a low around 54°F at night.
- Thursday: Clouds increase, followed by a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. High near 82°F.
- Friday: Rain continues, with a 50% chance of thunderstorms. Temperatures stay mild, with highs near 81°F.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers and a high around 67°F.
- Sunday: Showers likely again, with a 60% chance of rain and highs near 69°F.
