Posted on 01/21/26
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 21, 2026 - After a relatively quiet start to winter, the Baltimore area is being urged to prepare for a high-impact winter weather event this weekend, combining dangerously cold temperatures and the potential for significant snowfall.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, cold morning, highs in the upper 30s
Thursday: Milder, with highs in the upper 40s
Friday: Temperatures drop again, highs near 39, with colder air arriving late Friday night
A powerful winter storm is expected to develop late Motzaei Shabbos and continue through Sunday.
Snow Timing:
Motzaei Shabbos into overnight: Snow likely begins
Sunday: Heaviest snow expected through much of the day
Sunday night into Monday: Snow tapers off, but lingering impacts possible
Snow Amounts (Still Being Refined):
Forecast models show a high likelihood of several inches of snow
There is a strong signal for 6–12 inches in parts of Maryland if the storm track aligns favorably
Confidence is growing, but exact totals and placement are still uncertain
Arctic air will move in behind the storm
Highs: Low 20s Sunday and early next week
Lows: Teens or even single digits
Wind chills: Could drop to near or below zero Motzaei Shabbos through Monday
Expect a brief midweek thaw, followed by a sharp return to winter
Motzaei Shabbos through Sunday is the most concerning period for snow and travel impacts
Extreme cold will follow and linger into early next week