Cold, unsettled weather continues across Maryland through the weekend

The cold weather that has been so persistent will stick around for several more days. 

The WJZ First Alert Weather Team has declared Friday a WJZ First Alert Weather Day for snow showers that will leave a slippery coating in the Baltimore metro during a portion of the morning commute. You can get the latest on this particular winter weather event here. 

Uncomfortable cold Thursday evening in Baltimore

Temperatures are tumbling below the freezing mark early in the evening. Many communities will be in the low to mid-30s by 8 p.m. A strong breeze will make it feel like it's in the teens and 20s through the evening. You'll want to dress in layers if plans bring you outdoors after sunset. Clouds increase across Maryland through late-evening.

The first few snowflakes will start falling southwest of Baltimore around 4 a.m. Snow will increase from southwest, to northeast, across the metro through 7 a.m. 

Snow tapers off by late morning. Temperatures remain around the freezing mark all afternoon long. Slick travel is possible during the morning commute, especially on untreated surfaces. 

Another shot of Arctic cold early next week in Maryland

Another round of unseasonably cold air will sweep into Maryland early next week. Ahead of the cold blast, a few rain or snow showers are possible on Sunday; mainly during the evening. 

Monday looks mostly dry and cold, with high temperatures in the mid-30s. Temperatures Monday night will plunge into the teens and 20s. Tuesday will remain breezy and cold with highs in the middle 30s. Clouds and less intense cold arrive Wednesday.