Marylanders Weary of Rollercoaster Winter Weather

Recent snowfall and cold temperatures leave residents longing for spring.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Marylanders are feeling fatigued by the recent cold temperatures and snowfall, which have continued into early March after a brief warm spell. The State Highway Administration is treating roads to address icy conditions, but residents say they are ready for warmer weather and the return of spring.

Why it matters

Maryland's unpredictable winter weather this year, with fluctuating temperatures and repeated snowfall, has left many residents frustrated and eager for a change of season. This weather pattern is impacting daily life and routines, and raising concerns about the potential for more severe winter storms.

The details

On Monday, additional snow fell in central Maryland, leading the State Highway Administration to focus on treating roads for icy conditions rather than plowing. Residents reported feeling fatigued by the need to bundle up in multiple layers of clothing, after briefly being able to wear short sleeves over the weekend when temperatures reached 60 degrees. This winter has been colder than average in the region, with over 15 inches of snow recorded so far at the airport, compared to a typical 20 inches per season.

  • On Monday afternoon and evening, snow fell in central Maryland.
  • On Saturday, temperatures reached 60 degrees.
  • This winter has been one of the coldest in several years in Maryland.

The players

State Highway Administration

The state agency responsible for maintaining and treating roads in Maryland.

Emmanuel Hamwright

A resident of Cockeysville, Maryland.

Elizabeth Kirk Jones

A resident of Cockeysville, Maryland.

Matt Meyer

A resident of Timonium, Maryland.

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What they’re saying

“This is a weather event where we're not so much expecting accumulation, but we expect the roads to get kind of slushy and icy in the morning.”

— Shanteé Felix, State Highway Administration (WJZ)

“This weekend, short sleeve shirts, and now I'm back to wearing 1, 2, 3, 4, layers, so yeah, too many layers.”

— Emmanuel Hamwright (WJZ)

“It's been up and down and all around and we're definitely ready for it to go up. I'm looking forward to gardening, planting flowers. I'm ready for those daffodils to come up.”

— Elizabeth Kirk Jones (WJZ)

“Here we go again. I wasn't too worried about it, but I'm getting ready for spring. I kind of enjoy the winter, but there's only so much.”

— Matt Meyer (WJZ)

What’s next

The State Highway Administration will continue to monitor road conditions and treat them as needed to address any icy conditions during the Tuesday morning commute.

The takeaway

Maryland's unpredictable and prolonged winter weather this year has left many residents feeling fatigued and eager for the arrival of spring. This rollercoaster of temperatures and repeated snowfall has disrupted daily routines and raised concerns about the potential for more severe winter storms, underscoring the need for communities to be prepared for the impacts of climate change.