Severe storms threaten Maryland as temperatures rise

Today, residents of Maryland experience refreshingly cool temperatures, with highs reaching the lower 60s. While chilly weather is present Thursday and Friday, the weekend will see rising temperatures as a storm system approaches. The area will have mostly sunny skies today, though patchy fog may be seen during nighttime and early morning hours. On Saturday, the temperatures will continue to rise, reaching the mid-60s, but skies will remain cloudy. Winds will increase and gusts could exceed 40 mph. A WJZ First Alert Weather Day has been declared for Sunday due to the threat of severe storms, which will develop in western Maryland and move towards the I-95 corridor by late afternoon. High temperatures on Sunday are forecasted to approach 70 degrees ahead of the impending storms and winds will be gusty, coming from the south at speeds of 20 to 30 mph. However, it is important to note that while there is a risk for severe weather, the overall threat remains low. Storm chances will lead to cooler conditions late Sunday into Monday morning when temperatures will drop to the 40s, but will rise again during the week. The following days are expected to remain breezy with clouds and potential showers due to a new cold front arriving by Thursday.