Severe Weather Threat Rises Monday, Tornadoes Possible

Central Maryland faces heightened risk of storms, with tornado chances up to 15%.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 5:34pm

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Forecasters warn of a more widespread severe weather threat across Central Maryland on Monday, with a 10-15% chance of tornadoes developing - higher than the typical 2% possibility for the Baltimore area. The storms are expected to last throughout the day, with the highest tornado risk coming in the mid-afternoon and evening hours.

Why it matters

Severe weather can cause significant damage, power outages, and pose a threat to public safety. With the increased tornado risk, residents need to be prepared to take shelter quickly if warnings are issued.

The details

The storms will begin as early as the morning hours, with rain and thunder, and become more widespread by the mid-afternoon. The highest chance for severe weather and tornadoes will be in the mid-afternoon and evening hours. Residents are advised to go to a safe interior room away from windows if tornado warnings are issued.

  • The storms will start as early as the morning hours on Monday, March 15, 2026.
  • The severe weather threat will peak in the mid-afternoon and evening hours on Monday, March 15, 2026.

The players

WBAL-TV 11

The local NBC television station serving the Baltimore, Maryland area.

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What’s next

The latest forecast updates and weather advisories will be provided by WBAL-TV 11 as the severe weather event unfolds on Monday.

The takeaway

Residents in Central Maryland need to closely monitor the weather on Monday and be prepared to take shelter quickly if tornado warnings are issued, as the region faces an elevated risk of severe storms and tornadoes compared to a typical spring day.