Baltimore weather: Increased snowfall expected with up to 11 inches possible in some parts of Maryland

Dan Belson, Todd Karpovich and Matt Hubbard, Baltimore Sun on Jan 5, 2025

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Latest weather data shows that Anne Arundel and other southern and central counties could see 9 to 11 inches of snow Monday as meteorologists predict the heaviest portion of the storm to pass over Central Maryland — prompting increased snowfall predictions statewide.

Baltimore’s expected 4- to 6-inch prediction was increased to 6 to 9 inches, and northern counties like Harford, Cecil and northern Baltimore County are expected to see 5 to 7 inches, according to Fox45’s Chief Meteorologist Gerard Jebaily.

The entire state is under a winter storm warning as of Sunday, with Gov. Wes Moore declaring a state of preparedness Saturday, which enhances the state’s ability to respond effectively to potential weather hazards.

A news release from the governor said snow accumulation and freezing temperatures will likely have the most impact on transportation across the state.

“Roads are expected to be icy and any unavoidable travel should be done with extreme caution,” read the release.

Snowfall in the Baltimore area is expected to begin after 2 a.m. Monday and is expected to last throughout the day as snow mixed with freezing rain is anticipated before 4 p.m.

Snow is projected to remain likely headed into Monday evening until around 7 p.m. Any potential freezing rain is expected to shift to snow after 7 p.m. as snowfall is predicted to gradually end thereafter.

Leading up to the snowfall late Sunday, conditions in the Baltimore area are expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 33 and winds ranging from 13 to 16 mph with gusts up to 23 mph.

Sunday’s low is expected to be 25. Sunday night’s chance for precipitation is projected to be 90%.

Monday’s high is forecast to be 29 with an expected 100% chance of precipitation.

Ahead of snowfall, the city began treating its roadways with brine late Thursday night, and will be doing so again in advance of Sunday’s expected snowstorm, said Veobia Akilo, interim director of Baltimore’s Department of Transportation. The city’s winter shelters are active through Tuesday.

The city’s health department issued a Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert from Saturday to Tuesday, meaning an increased risk exists for cold-related injuries such as frostbite and hypothermia. Those seeking shelter can contact the city’s Shelter Hotline at 443-984-9540.

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