Cherry blossoms reach peak bloom around Baltimore, map shows where to find top spots

Despite rollercoaster temperatures across Maryland this winter, spring has arrived, and with it came the long-awaited bloom of cherry blossom trees. 

Cherry blossom trees in the Baltimore area reached peak bloom on Wednesday, April 1, according to the National Park Service (NPS). 

Peak bloom is when 70% of the cherry blossoms are open. 

The timing of peak bloom depends on weather conditions, but typically, the best time to see the blossoms falls between late March and early April. 

According to WJZ's First Alert Weather Team, peak bloom in Baltimore often lags a few days behind peak bloom for the cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C. In the District, peak bloom occurred on Thursday, March 26,

Cherry blossom trees usually bloom for several days, depending on the weather. Cool conditions can extend the time that the trees are in bloom, while rain and wind can remove the blossoms from their branches. Late-season frost or frigid temperatures can prevent the bloom altogether, the NPS said. 

In 2025, Baltimore's cherry blossoms reached peak bloom between March 30 and April 2, though the period was cut short due to severe storms. 

• Fort McHenry National Monument
• Druid Hill Park
• Baltimore Museum of Art's Sculpture Garden
• Sherwood Gardens 
• Canton Waterfront Park 
• Quiet Waters Park, Annapolis 
• Morgan State University 
• Wyman Park 
• Centennial Park in Howard County