Pleasant weekend weather across Maryland, hot next week

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.