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Baltimore Will Experience Wet, Cooler Week Ahead

The city faces a multi-day stretch of showers and thunderstorms from Sunday through Thursday.

Updated on Sept. 20, 2026 in Forecasts

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Baltimore residents should prepare for a week of consistent rain and cooling temperatures beginning Sunday, September 20, as unsettled weather patterns move through the region. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Baltimore will experience rain and cooling temperatures starting September 20, 2026. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to persist throughout the week following a warm Sunday.

Why it matters

The shift toward consistent precipitation and lower temperatures marks a transition in the local climate for the upcoming week. Residents should prepare for unsettled conditions and fluctuating winds throughout the region.

The forecast includes projected highs dropping to 67 degrees and wind gusts reaching 26 mph on Tuesday. Winds will maintain speeds up to 18 mph as precipitation chances continue.

The details

Rain showers and a potential thunderstorm will begin Sunday afternoon, followed by a sustained period of rain from Monday through Thursday. Tuesday will see the most significant wind activity with gusts projected to reach 26 mph.

Timeline

  1. Sunday afternoon: Showers and a possible thunderstorm begin.

  2. Monday: 80 percent chance of showers.

  3. Tuesday: 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms.

  4. Wednesday: 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms.

  5. Thursday: 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms.

Seasonal Patterns

This weather system reflects typical seasonal transitions in Maryland where moisture-laden fronts frequently disrupt late-September patterns. These conditions follow the standard established by the National Weather Service's severe thunderstorm watch protocols for the mid-Atlantic.

Residents should secure outdoor furniture ahead of the anticipated 26 mph wind gusts on Tuesday. Drivers are advised to exercise caution during the heavy shower periods expected throughout the week.

The takeaway

The upcoming week will bring a noticeable cool-down compared to the high of 82 degrees expected this Sunday. Planning for consistent rain is advised for all outdoor activities through Thursday.

Further reading

For more details on the regional outlook, visit the Baltimore section.

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