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Salisbury Today
By the People, for the People
Record-breaking High Temperatures Expected in Salisbury, Ocean City
Warmer weather, some record-breaking, is forecast for Maryland's Lower Shore in early March.
Published on Mar. 6, 2026
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Temperatures are expected to surge across Maryland's Lower Shore this month, with Salisbury potentially reaching record-breaking highs of 80 degrees. Ocean City will also see warmer weather, but it will be accompanied by rain and dense fog.
Why it matters
The sudden, unseasonably warm weather in early March is an unusual weather pattern for the region, which could have implications for local businesses, agriculture, and residents' daily routines.
The details
In Salisbury, temperatures are forecasted to reach the 70s starting on Saturday, March 7, with a chance of breaking the record high of 77 degrees set in 2000 on Monday, March 9. Tuesday, March 10 is expected to tie the record high of 77 degrees, and Wednesday, March 11 is forecasted to break the previous record of 76 degrees set in 2000 by reaching 80 degrees. Meanwhile, Ocean City will see a mix of warmer temperatures, rain, and dense fog from March 7-11.
- On Saturday, March 7, Salisbury's high temperature is forecasted to reach 71 degrees.
- On Sunday, March 8, Salisbury is expected to see rain showers with a high of around 73 degrees.
- On Monday, March 9, Salisbury is forecasted to reach a high of around 73 degrees, coming close to the record of 77 degrees set in 2000.
- On Tuesday, March 10, Salisbury is expected to reach a high of 77 degrees, tying the record set in 2016.
- On Wednesday, March 11, Salisbury is forecasted to break the previous record of 76 degrees set in 2000 by reaching 80 degrees.
The players
AccuWeather
A leading commercial weather forecasting company that provides weather-related products and services.
Matt Benz
An AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist who provided insights on the upcoming warm weather pattern in the Northeast.
What they’re saying
“People in parts of the Northeastern United States will be getting a serious case of spring fever this week and next, with temperatures running 15-25 degrees above historical averages.”
— Matt Benz, AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist (delmarvanow.com)
What’s next
The National Weather Service will continue to monitor the situation and provide updated forecasts as the warm weather pattern develops across the region.
The takeaway
The unexpected warm spell in early March is an unusual weather pattern that could have significant impacts on the local community, from businesses to agriculture. Residents should prepare for the possibility of record-breaking temperatures and be mindful of any weather-related changes to their daily routines.
