Muggy weather, chances of storms return to Maryland later this week

A wonderful stretch of weather continues through Wednesday afternoon. Though, there will be a noticeable increase in humidity across the region on Wednesday ahead of wetter weather. Thursday is a Possible First Alert Weather Day due to impacts from scattered strong storms. 

Humidity remains low through Wednesday morning, ahead of a muggier feel by Wednesday evening. Temperatures peak in the mid to upper 80s on Wednesday afternoon. 

We remain mostly dry through early  Wednesday evening.

Storms and humidity return to Maryland late this week

Rounds of wet weather will impact our area Wednesday night through Friday. 

Right now, the wettest day of this upcoming stretch looks to be Thursday. Heavy rain is possible. A First Alert Weather Day may be needed on Thursday. The chance of storms starts to increase by late morning and will peak between early afternoon and mid-evening. A couple severe storms with gusty winds cannot be ruled out. Storms will also produce heavy rain in some areas.

Afternoon temperatures will peak upper 80s,as well. It will feel a little hotter with increasing humidity factored in.

An early look at the Ravens' pre-season game against the Washington Commanders includes temperatures in the mid-80s and a chance of spotty showers and storms. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. at M&T Bank Stadium. The First Alert Weather Team will continue fine-tune the forecast as Friday approaches. 

The weekend weather is looking nice, with only a few showers an storms. High temperatures will be in the middle 80s. Looking ahead, a late season heat wave is possible by early to mid next week.