Winter Weather Headed to Maryland

Snow and ice expected Monday into Tuesday, with potential for hazardous travel conditions

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Two rounds of wintry weather are expected to impact Maryland starting Monday afternoon, with snow showers, freezing rain, and ice accumulation forecast across the region. The winter weather is expected to continue into Tuesday morning, potentially causing hazardous travel conditions during the morning commute.

Why it matters

The incoming winter weather could disrupt travel and daily routines for residents across Maryland, especially during the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes. The ice accumulation in particular poses a risk for dangerous driving conditions and potential power outages.

The details

The first round of snow showers is expected to move from west to east across Maryland on Monday afternoon, continuing into the evening commute. A lull in the snow is forecast for northern areas Monday night before a secondary round moves in, changing to freezing rain early Tuesday morning. Up to 2 inches of snow and a tenth of an inch of ice are possible, which can create treacherous road conditions.

  • Snow showers expected Monday afternoon into the evening commute.
  • Lull in snow for northern areas Monday night before second round moves in.
  • Freezing rain expected early Tuesday morning, continuing into the morning rush hour.
  • Warmer temperatures and plain rain forecast for the rest of the week.

The players

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What’s next

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The takeaway

This winter weather event highlights the importance of being prepared for hazardous driving conditions and potential disruptions to daily routines, especially during the morning commute. Residents should monitor weather forecasts and plan accordingly to ensure their safety.