BLOG: More Storms Ahead?
Areas of rain and thunderstorms continue to skirt through the state today. They are all associated with a warm front that is draped right across Maryland. While our highs really varied today because of the scattered nature of the rain, there is some really warm air south of that front. This warm front will slowly lift north into PA overnight, directing the continuous rounds of rain and thunderstorms farther north while bringing in that warmer air.
Other than morning fog tomorrow, clouds will mix with sunshine. That sun will warm us up to the low 80s. Then, a cold front will swing through later tomorrow. The cold front is a part of the same storm that is moving through today, and the same storm that is producing severe weather over the Midwest. The storm will weaken as it moves our way, but if we do get a line of thunderstorms going tomorrow, there is a chance that they will go severe. The Storm Prediction Center does have a lot of Maryland in a slight risk area for severe weather - that's the first of a three-tier warning system.
The entire storm will head northeastward Wednesday night. Winds will turn around to the northwest and drier but cooler air will return Thursday. Expect a lot of sunshine with highs in the mid 60s. Enjoy this short break because the next storm will quickly follow, moving in on Friday.
Clouds will take over and the rain will follow on Friday, trapping in the cooler air. Highs will only be in the 50s Friday afternoon. Some showers and a thunderstorm could linger into Saturday before getting out of here. Temperatures will recover over the weekend. Not quite getting to the 80s of tomorrow, but probably back to near 70 or in the low 70s.
It does look like there could be another front dragging in some showers or thunderstorms again on Sunday and Monday before we get another warm-up next week.
ATTENTION TEACHERS AND STUDENTS:
Our 4th annual Weather Field Trip Day at Camden Yards is right around the corner. This year, it will be Thursday, May 26. If you are unfamiliar with the program, it's a day full of fun. We start out with an action, graphics-filled weather program on the field that features helpers like Nicole Sherry (head groundskeeper), Chris Strong from the National Weather Service and, of course, the Bird. Then, everyone takes a lunch break before enjoying an afternoon Orioles game.
Follow this link for more information:
http://baltimore.cbslocal.com/2011/04/15/sign-up-your-school-for-field-trip-day-os-magic/
