Alert Day on Thursday for risk of severe storms across Maryland

The WJZ First Alert Weather Team has declared Thursday as a First Alert Weather Day for the potential of a line of powerful storms that could bring downed trees, localized flooding, and power outages to the region during the afternoon and evening hours. 

Severe storms likely Thursday across Maryland

Scattered showers are possible Thursday morning, but the main batch of strong to severe storms will develop during the late afternoon and early evening hours. 

Thursday is a First Alert Weather Day for the afternoon into early evening. The greatest risk from the storms will be from damaging winds and heavy downpours. A few storms could produce hail. Some storms will also contain intense lightning and the possibility of producing an isolated tornado or two. The expected timeline for severe storms is from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. as storms moves from west to east. 

Not everyone will see severe weather. The greatest chance is across northern, central, and northeastern Maryland as of T 

Friday's forecast is trending drier with a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the lower 80s. 

Showers and storms return Friday night and continue off-and-on through the weekend. 

Of the two weekend days, it appears Saturday will be the wettest half of the weekend. Sunday features a few leftover storms, as a cold front crosses the area. 

Temperatures will top out in the low to mid-80s with plenty of humidity throughout the weekend. It will feel a bit warmer than actual temperatures. 

First day of school across Baltimore metro looks beautiful

After a few rounds of showers and storms, high pressure builds in and provides a pair of quieter days.

Monday, the first day of school for many students, brings high temperatures closer to 80°, a mix of sun and clouds along with lower humidity.

Humidity remains low for Tuesday, an almost carbon copy of Monday's forecast.

Unsettled weather returns to the forecast Wednesday, with a chance of showers and storms.