Pleasant weekend weather across Maryland, hot next week

Temperatures are peaking in the low to mid-70s across the western half of the Baltimore metro; upper 60s and lower 70s closer to the bay and across the eastern shore early this evening. The forecast remains pleasant through the majority of the evening as temperatures gradually cool back into the 50s, under increasing clouds.

A few showers will move through Maryland late this evening and overnight. Rain will be scattered, brief and light. The chance of rain peaks across the Baltimore metro between midnight and 4 a.m.

Milder spring weather through the weekend across Baltimore

Saturday begins pleasantly cool, with a breeze and sunshine. Saturday afternoon temperatures will top-out in the 60s to right at 70°. Breezy winds continue into the afternoon. Orioles; first pitch is at 7:15 p.m. It may feel a bit chilly after sunset, especially with a breeze. Bring along a light jacket. 

Pleasant weather continues, with a dry forecast through the second-half of the weekend. Though, there will be more clouds around on Sunday. Plan on a chilly morning and pleasant afternoon on Sunday. There will be a cool breeze for Sunday's Orioles home game, as well.

Remember the sunscreen!

Summer heat headed to Maryland next week 

A large dome of high pressure along the eastern seaboard will send temperatures soaring to summer-time levels next week.

Temperatures warm, into the 80s away from the bay on Monday afternoon. This round of upcoming heat will peak Wednesday, into Thursday. Baltimore could reach 90° for the first time this season. It would be the earliest 90° degree day since 2013. There is a greater chance of warming past 90° across the western and northwestern parts of the metro. 

Areas along the Bay will remain cooler with a wind off the water. Heat will ease later in the week. There is an off-and-on chance of showers next week, along with heat. The coverage of showers and storms looks hit-or-miss. But, there is a chance Monday through Thursday.