Rain Today, Warmer Weekend, Then Chance of Snow Mix Next Week

Changing weather patterns expected in the Mid-Atlantic region over the next week

Feb. 26, 2026 at 11:18am

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A storm system is bringing heavy rain to Southern Maryland on Thursday, with showers expected to spread into Central Maryland this afternoon and evening. After a rainy day, the weather will turn warmer for the weekend with highs in the 50s and 60s. However, a cold front is expected to move in next week, bringing the potential for snow and wintry mix over a couple of days before a pattern change ushers in spring-like temperatures by the end of next week.

Why it matters

The rapid changes in weather patterns are typical for this time of year as winter transitions to spring. The potential for snow and wintry mix next week could impact travel and daily activities in the region, while the warmer temperatures later in the week could signal an early start to spring.

The details

The rain event on Thursday will be focused in Southern Maryland, with the northern edge of the showers reaching into Central Maryland for a few hours. While there is a chance of some snow flurries mixing in, the precipitation is expected to be mainly rain. The warmer weather arriving on Friday and continuing through the weekend will be a welcome change, with highs potentially reaching the 60s. However, a cold front is forecast to move in early next week, bringing the possibility of snow and wintry mix over a couple of days before temperatures rebound by the end of the week.

  • Rain showers are expected to arrive in Southern Maryland this afternoon and continue through the evening.
  • Warmer temperatures in the 50s and 60s are forecast for Friday through the weekend.
  • A cold front is expected to move in early next week, bringing the potential for snow and wintry mix over a couple of days.
  • By the end of next week, a pattern change is expected to usher in spring-like temperatures.

The players

Justin Berk

A meteorologist who runs the weather website JustinWeather.com and provides weather updates for the Baltimore/Washington region.

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What they’re saying

“A lot of changes are expected over the next week with March and Spring in sight. This is the time of year when winter can hang on or fight back with abrupt swings from day to day.”

— Justin Berk, Meteorologist

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