Chilly nights are in Maryland's forecast this week

A strong cold front has swept through Maryland, bringing a return of cooler weather and keeping Hurricane Imelda far away from the east coast. However, there is still a high risk of rip currents and rough surf up and down the east coast. A persistent northeast breeze is also creating higher than normal tides as Imelda pulls away and heads out to sea. 

Thursday begins with chilly temperatures in Baltimore

Temperatures cool through the 50s and are forecast to reach lows in the mid to upper 40s in many areas early Thursday morning, Plan on more clouds and a temperature around 50 in Baltimore City at 7 a.m. Patchy fog is possible early Thursday morning. 

More chilly nights are in the forecast, beyond tonight. Temperatures are forecast to dip into the mid and upper 40s Thursday, Friday and Saturday mornings away from the core of the city. Clouds start to roll back in Thursday. But, there will still be some sunshine, with temperatures peaking in the upper 60s and lower 70s by late afternoon.

Temperatures trend warmer across Maryland this weekend

This weekend includes more wonderful weather.

There will be abundant sunshine, with crisp mornings and warm afternoons. Early morning temperatures on Saturday will be in the 40s and low 50s. Temperatures will climb into the mid and upper 70s by late afternoon. Sunday will also feature a good deal of sunshine, with a southerly breeze. 

Temperatures top out near 80° in many communities.

Expect morning temperatures in the upper 60s to lower 70s if you're tailgating for the Ravens game. The kickoff temperature at 1 p.m. will be in the mid-70s. Beautiful weather stick around for the entire game. Temperatures warm into the upper 70s by the 4th quarter. 

Showers and storms slide through next week

The dry and pleasant pattern continues through the beginning of the workweek. The next cold front is slated to arrive late Tuesday night or Wednesday, bringing showers and a few storms with it. At this point, central Maryland and surrounding areas could use some rain. Temperatures trend cooler again after the front moves through. 

Have a great evening,

Cutter