Baltimore, MD– This morning, some neighborhoods have experienced dense patchy fog. The fog is expected to clear up by 10 AM. Expect some sunshine this afternoon, bringing a pleasant, spring-like vibe. Temperatures are expected to reach the low 60s.
A storm system is set to move in by Wednesday afternoon and evening, leading to more showers in the area, potentially starting around the evening rush hour. Rain is expected to continue until Wednesday night. This midweek system, similar to Monday night’s rain, is anticipated to leave the area by Thursday morning.
Expect a mix of clouds on Thursday and Friday. Temperatures will stay in the 40s, with Friday expected to be the chillier day of the two.
WJZ has declared First Alert Weather Days for Saturday and Sunday due to the severe cold conditions. Expect wind-chill temperatures in the teens and 20s throughout the weekend. It’s important to take breaks indoors and dress appropriately to stay safe in this cold weather. Make sure to look after yourself and your furry friends.
This weekend, a frigid Arctic front will move into the area, bringing the coldest temperatures of the season to date. Saturday’s temperatures are expected to hover around the mid-30s, while overnight lows will drop into the teens and lower 20s. Wind chills are expected to fall into the single digits, approaching zero, with regions north and west of Baltimore possibly experiencing wind chills below zero.
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Sunday is set to be the chilliest day of the weekend, with temperatures peaking in the upper 20s to around 30 degrees. Temperatures on Sunday night are expected to drop into the mid-teens in various areas. By Monday morning, wind chills may fall to perilously low levels once more.
Temperatures are set to rise as we approach Christmas Day. Temperatures on Monday are anticipated to hit the mid-30s. On Christmas Eve, temperatures are anticipated to reach around 40 degrees, while Christmas Day will bring lows in the low 40s.
WEEKEND OVERVIEW
From Friday to Sunday – Chilly and unsettled air will move in with slight bursts of energy. While these conditions might not be reflected on weather maps, we can expect some Lake Effect snow to move across the mountains and reach urban areas. Expect snow showers and flurries on Friday and Saturday, with dry conditions settling in by Sunday as the cold air moves out.
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This weekend will bring a blast of cold air, followed by a transition to warmer temperatures for the holiday week, from Christmas to New Year.
A strong ridge will develop as the jet stream rises across the Eastern US. A warming trend is expected for the final week of the year.
