Weather Woes Continue in Baltimore: Snow, Rain, and Polar Air Expected

Baltimore, Maryland, Feb. 13, 2025—Baltimore residents are bracing for another bout of winter weather, with the latest forecasts predicting a mix of rain, snow, and ice throughout the week. Preliminary snow reports from February 12 indicate that most of the region is experiencing mixed precipitation, with light snow continuing to fall across Northern Maryland and parts of Pennsylvania.

According to meteorologist Justin Berk, while the storm is not the final event, it aligns closely with earlier forecasts. ‘This storm has behaved as expected,’ he noted, indicating that early predictions of snow accumulation were already being confirmed. However, he cautioned that more mixed precipitation would develop later in the day and evening.

Conditions in Baltimore led to reports of slick roads and minor disruptions, although most treated roadways remained passable. Berk advised that daylight would improve conditions by 10 a.m., helping residents to navigate any lingering winter hazards.

Temperatures are expected to rise into the 50s by Thursday, leading to significant rainfall later in the week. The transition from snow to rain is anticipated, particularly as warmer air sweeps in from the south. ‘The outlook shows a wetter pattern for the next few days,’ Berk explained. He added that another round of mixed precipitation may occur over the weekend before cold air arrives on Monday.

The upcoming storm systems will also bring varying levels of precipitation intensity, with significant accumulations expected on higher ground. Forecast models diverge on specifics, but both the GFS and ECMWF models agree that a warming trend will accompany increased rain amounts through Sunday.

The winter storms come amid a backdrop of ongoing drought conditions in the Baltimore area, with a rainfall deficit totaling 9.70 inches since January 1, following an overall deficit of 8 inches at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) last year. ‘It’s critical for us to receive consistent rainfall to recharge our water supply,’ noted a local climatologist.

As heavy precipitation approaches, residents are reminded to prepare for possible flooding and icy conditions, especially along highways and bridges. The National Weather Service has urged caution for travelers and advised them to stay updated on weather changes.

Looking ahead, we can expect the polar air system to bring some of the coldest temperatures of the season early next week, with lows forecasted to drop well below freezing across the region. ‘It’s a stark reminder that winter is not finished with us just yet,’ Berk warned.