Maryland Weather: Record Cold Gives Way to Warmer Rain

Maryland is transitioning from a record-setting cold Saturday to a warmer weather pattern. On Saturday, May 23rd, several locations including BWI, the Inner Harbor, Annapolis, and Hagerstown recorded their coldest high temperatures for that date, dipping into the low to mid-50s. This chilly spell followed a night of heavy rain, with BWI-Marshall Airport receiving over an inch by Sunday morning.

Looking ahead, warmer air is moving into the state, with temperatures expected to rise into the 60s and 70s on Sunday afternoon and continuing into the early week. Monday and Tuesday will see mid-70s, with potential for low 80s on Wednesday and Thursday. An increase in humidity is also expected starting Sunday and continuing through Memorial Day.

Rain chances persist throughout the week, with a warm front lifting north and bringing more showers, some potentially heavy, into Monday morning and throughout the holiday. Total rainfall through midweek could reach around 1.5 inches in southern parts of the state. High pressure is anticipated to build late in the week, offering a quieter weather pattern by Thursday, with a slight cooldown returning temperatures to typical late May levels. The final weekend of May is currently forecast to be comfortable and dry.