Storms, Rain Expected in Maryland Wednesday Night

Temperatures to drop after front moves through

Apr. 1, 2026 at 10:00pm

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Chief Meteorologist Tom Tasselmyer says some of the drier air in Maryland is helping to hold back the threat for severe weather Wednesday afternoon, but rain and storms are expected by nightfall. Some of the storms in the late afternoon and evening may produce damaging winds and hail. After the front moves south of Maryland Thursday morning, cloudy skies and seasonably chilly temperatures will return.

Why it matters

Severe weather can cause power outages, property damage, and disrupt daily life for Maryland residents. Advance warning allows people to prepare and take necessary precautions.

The details

The weather system is expected to bring a mix of rain, thunderstorms, and potentially damaging winds and hail to the region on Wednesday evening. While the threat for severe weather is lower earlier in the day due to drier air, the storms are expected to intensify as the front moves through.

  • Wednesday afternoon
  • Wednesday evening

The players

Tom Tasselmyer

Chief Meteorologist at a local news station in Maryland.

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What they’re saying

“Some of the storms in the late afternoon and evening may produce damaging winds and hail.”

— Tom Tasselmyer, Chief Meteorologist

What’s next

Residents should monitor weather forecasts and be prepared to take shelter if severe storms develop on Wednesday evening.

The takeaway

This weather system serves as a reminder for Maryland residents to stay vigilant and prepared for potential severe weather, especially as the spring storm season approaches.