Posted on 06/14/24
| News Source: Pikesville Patch
Baltimore, MD - June 14, 2024 - Father's Day weekend in Maryland could get off to a stormy, hot start Friday as a passing cold front brings the potential for severe weather and damaging winds to the area.
On Friday, Marylanders should expect another hot, humid day with temperatures reaching the upper 80s to mid-90s, according to the National Weather Service's latest forecast. The forecast also calls for clear conditions and abundant sunshine.
However, that could change later Friday when a cold front capable of producing scattered strong to severe thunderstorms pushes into the state.
The NWS issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for areas of Maryland including Baltimore, Prince George's, Anne Arundel, Charles, St. Mary's, Calvert, central and southeast Montgomery, central and southeast Howard, and southeast Harford counties.
According to the NWS, scattered thunderstorms are possible mainly between 4-9 p.m. and a few could produce damaging wind gusts and an instance or two of hail.
The Capital Weather Gang's latest forecast is similar, but widespread damage is not expected, they said.
"Storms are possible this afternoon, but odds ramp up toward early evening," the Capital Weather Gang said in its latest forecast. "The main severe storm threat is from damaging wind gusts over 57 mph. Perhaps a little bit of hail."
By Saturday, Marylanders should expect idyllic conditions with clear skies and plenty of sunshine.
"Sunshine should reign," the Capital Weather Gang said. "A refreshing breeze from the north goes nicely with high temperatures not far from 85. Dew points slowly sink back into the 50s, making it very comfortable."
Enjoy the comfortable weekend because temperatures are expected to spike again next week, forecasters said. By Monday, the area could see highs as hot as the mid-90s and humidity is predicted to rise to less-than-comfortable levels.