Maryland – Cold air bites early this morning as the Inner Harbor sits quiet under pale winter light. The calm won’t hold. Clouds thicken later, and scattered snow showers move in, setting up slippery conditions as winter weather builds toward the holiday weekend.
According to the National Weather Service office serving Baltimore and Washington, scattered snow showers develop tonight, mainly after midnight. Accumulation stays light, but temperatures near freezing mean even brief bursts can slick up untreated roads. Winds stay light, allowing cold air to linger near the surface.
Saturday turns unsettled. Snow showers arrive early, then rain mixes in by late morning as highs climb into the mid-40s. That warmer window may help main roads stay wet, not white. Side streets, bridges, and elevated ramps remain more vulnerable, especially north and west of downtown.
Saturday night marks a turning point. Temperatures slide back toward freezing as precipitation tapers. Any leftover moisture may refreeze quickly, creating patchy black ice. Drivers should slow down on I-83, I-95 ramps, and neighborhood roads after sunset.
Sunday stays colder with highs near the upper 30s and a slight chance of snow. Even light flakes can reduce visibility and traction, especially during early travel hours. Sidewalks and parking lots may stay slick in shaded areas.
MLK Day brings quieter weather but no real warmth. Sunshine returns with highs near 37. Monday night drops sharply into the teens, locking in a hard freeze. Pipes, vehicles, and exposed infrastructure remain at risk as winter tightens its grip.
Meteorologists continue watching an active pattern next week. Cold air remains entrenched, with additional chances for snow returning by midweek.
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Five-Day Outlook for Baltimore, MD
- Today: Mostly sunny, chance of snow late, high near 36
- Saturday: Rain and snow showers, high near 45
- Sunday: Slight chance of snow, colder, high near 37
- MLK Day Monday: Sunny and cold, high near 37
- Tuesday: Sunny, sharp cold snap, high near 25
