Patchy Fog and Clouds Across Maryland, Weekend Storm Potential

A gradual warm-up continues through Wednesday, but uncertainty remains around the extent of the warming.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Areas of dense fog will lift by mid-morning, but cloudy skies will persist throughout the day. Temperatures are expected to gradually warm over the next few days, with highs reaching the upper 40s to lower 50s. However, a wedge of chilly air could settle into parts of Maryland on Wednesday, leading to a large range in temperatures across the state. An area of low pressure will approach central Maryland on Thursday, bringing showers that will continue into Friday. The weekend forecast remains uncertain, with the potential for a wintry mix or snow late Sunday into next Monday.

Why it matters

The changing weather patterns and potential for severe storms in the region are important for residents to be aware of, as they can impact daily activities, transportation, and safety.

The details

The dense fog that has been present in the Baltimore area this morning will slowly lift by mid-morning, but cloudy skies will persist throughout the day. Temperatures are expected to reach the upper 40s to lower 50s, continuing a gradual warm-up that has been occurring. However, there is some uncertainty around just how much the temperatures will rise, as a wedge of chilly air could settle into parts of Maryland on Wednesday, leading to a large range in temperatures across the state. On Thursday, an area of low pressure will approach central Maryland, bringing showers that will continue into Friday. The weekend forecast remains uncertain, with the potential for a wintry mix or snow late Sunday into next Monday.

  • Tuesday morning: Areas of dense fog will slowly lift by mid-morning.
  • Wednesday: A wedge of chilly air could settle into parts of Maryland, leading to a large range in temperatures across the state.
  • Thursday afternoon: An area of low pressure will approach central Maryland, bringing showers.
  • Thursday night into Friday morning: Showers will become steadier.
  • Late Sunday into next Monday: Potential for a wintry mix or snow

The players

Baltimore Beltway

The major highway system that encircles the city of Baltimore.

Cecil County

A county in northeastern Maryland that is expected to be the chilliest part of the state on Wednesday.

Potomac River

A major river that forms part of the border between Maryland and Virginia, with areas closer to the river expected to be warmer on Wednesday.

WJZ First Alert Weather Team

The weather forecasting team at WJZ, the CBS affiliate television station in Baltimore.

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