Maryland
Colder weather has arrived in Maryland
Colder temperatures are settling into Maryland behind Wednesday’s cold front. Plan on an even colder morning Friday, ahead of a gradual warming trend and an eventual chance of rain across the Mid-Atlantic this weekend.
Thursday morning is one of the coldest of the season in Maryland
Temperatures range from the upper 30s and lower 40s across portions of Washington, Frederick and Carroll Counties, to mid and upper 40s in Baltimore over to the eastern shore out the door this morning. A breeze will make it feel 5° to 10° colder than what the thermometer says. You’ll want an extra layer this morning.
Plan on a mostly clear sky and brisk wind through the morning commute. Temperatures warm into the low and mid-50s by noon; peaking in the upper 50s and lower 60s with lots of sunshine this afternoon.
Winds will gust 20 to 30 MPH through late afternoon.
Friday morning will be cold, frosty in parts of central Maryland
Temperatures plummet after sunset Thursday. The temperatures will be in the 40s in Baltimore before midnight and even colder farther outlying.
A clear sky, light wind, chilly air mass and dry air will allow temperatures to become quite cold by early Friday morning. It’ll bottom-out in the upper 30s and lower 40s across the Baltimore metro by 7 a.m. Temperatures in the low to mid 30s are expected across portions of Howard, Frederick, Carroll, northern Baltimore, Harford, Cecil, Kent, Queen Anne’s and Caroline Counties early Friday.
A Frost Advisory goes into effect at 2 a.m. tonight, from Carroll County on westward. This advisory may be expanded. A Freeze Warning may be issued west of Baltimore. Gardeners, cover or move in sensitive plants. Even if you do not see frost, temperatures will be cold enough to ‘burn’ the most sensitive plants.
Friday afternoons remains cool, with temperatures in the 60s. A gradual warming trend carries us into the weekend.
Rain is possible across the Baltimore Metro late this weekend
Another front swings through late Sunday, into Monday.
Most of the weekend will be dry, with cool mornings and pleasant afternoons. In fact, temperatures warm into the mid-70s in Baltimore on Sunday afternoon. A chance of rain enters the picture Sunday evening.
The chance of wet weather peaks Sunday night, into early Monday morning. While not a drought buster, central Maryland will take any rain at this point. Wet weather exits the region from west, to east, early Monday. Another round of cooler weather arrives as sunshine returns.
The 21-year-old second baseman and 11th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft has deep ties to the D.C. region.
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Washington Nationals’ first-round draft pick Chris Hacopian inked his first professional contract Wednesday, a moment made sweeter by the fact it was just a 30-minute drive from home to get to Nationals Park and put pen to paper.
The 21-year-old second baseman and 11th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft has deep ties to the D.C. region. He’s from Potomac, Maryland, and played his high school ball at Winston Churchill, where he was named the 2022 Maryland Gatorade Player of the Year and a 2022 Washington Post All-Met selection.
According to MLB.com, Hacopian grew up a Nationals fan, admiring the likes of Ian Desmond, Danny Espinosa and others. He also played his first two collegiate seasons at the University of Maryland, where his father Derek played before him, before transferring to Texas A&M for his junior season.
With the Aggies, Hacopian hit .319 with 11 home runs and 41 RBI across 42 games en route to being named First-Team All-Southeastern Conference and a Third-Team All-American by Baseball America, the Nationals said in a news release.
After inking his contract Wednesday, Hacopian donned his new jersey and ball cap and stepped onto D.C.’s beloved diamond as a part of the Nationals organization for the first time.
“That was so cool, oh my gosh. I’ve been in the stands like, 100 times, but being on the field is so different,” he said.
Hacopian was ranked 14th among MLB Draft prospects by MLB.com. The 6-foot-1-inch, 210-pound second baseman boasted one of the best bats in college baseball, according to MLB.com, with excellent control over the strike zone and feel for the barrel, along with solid pop.
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The state said the five recently traveled together to “a location in the U.S. experiencing an active measles outbreak.”
Maryland health officials confirmed five more measles cases, all in Carroll County.
“These individuals recently traveled together to a location in the U.S. experiencing an active measles outbreak,” the state Department of Health said in a release.
The agency said others may have been exposed on the afternoon of July 13 in the emergency department waiting room at Carroll Hospital Center in Westminster.
Another measles case recently prompted warnings from health officials in Maryland, Virginia and the District. On June 17, a Maryland resident traveled through Dulles International Airport and visited a D.C. urgent care clinic.
Measles is highly contagious. It can spread through the air through coughs, breathing, and sneezes. Early symptoms can include fevers of over 101 degrees, coughs, runny noses, watery eyes and face or body rashes.
It can take up to 21 days after exposure for the first symptoms to appear, and those who are not fully vaccinated or otherwise immune to measles are especially vulnerable.
The five new measles cases in Maryland bring the state’s year-to-date total to nine. The state health department confirmed three cases in 2025, and one in each of the previous two years.
“All Marylanders should review potential exposure times, watch for symptoms, and confirm they are up to date on their measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccinations,” the health department said.
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Baltimore may be under an extreme heat alert, but residents can dream about autumn, as tickets are now on sale for the Maryland Fall Home & Garden + Craft Show returning to the Maryland State Fairgrounds in October.
This three-day celebration of home and garden takes place from Friday, Oct. 16 through Sunday, Oct. 18 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Expect hundreds of exhibitors, local makers, home improvement experts, family-friendly experiences and celebrity guests. The show offers everyone the chance to explore the very latest in home improvement, landscaping, outdoor living and decor, the chance to take part in hands-on experiences, and do some holiday shopping all under one roof.
This year’s show will have more than 300 exhibitors, including more than 100 crafters from around Maryland in the Makers Market. There will be unique exhibits, stage presentations and a special appearance by Chase Morrill, Ashley Morrill-Eldridge and Ryan Eldridge from Magnolia Network’s hit series “Maine Cabin Masters.” The three will have two Main Stage appearances, one on Friday, Oct. 16 at 4 p.m. and the second on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 12 p.m.
“As temperatures start to drop and the holiday season comes into view, the Maryland Fall Home & Garden + Craft Show is a place to gather ideas, meet local experts and get inspired before the busy season begins,” said Dave Paul, show manager, in a statement. “Whether attendees are planning a home project, looking for outdoor living ideas or getting a head start on holiday shopping, the show brings together resources and experiences for every kind of homeowner, maker and DIY enthusiast.”
In addition to the Makers Market and stars of “Maine Cabin Masters”, the Maryland Fall Home & Garden + Craft Show will have a petting zoo, a Kids Market where attendees can shop from local children, and much more.
Tickets are available online and at the door. Prices are as follows:
Online:
- Adults: $8
- Senior Citizens (60+): $6
- Children (ages 6-12): $4
- 4-Pack Online: $30 for four tickets, valid for one admission each and one day only
At the door:
- Adults: $10
- Senior Citizens (60+): $8
- Children (ages 6-12): $4
- Friday & Saturday: $4 after 4 p.m. at the door only
Special Offers:
- Active and retired military personnel, veterans, firefighters and police officers receive free admission all weekend, along with one guest, with valid ID at the box office.
- Attendees who show a CharmPass app, Light RailLink ticket or eligible transit pass at the box office receive free admission any day of the show. One admission is available per pass.
The Maryland State Fairgrounds is located at 2200 York Road in Lutherville-Timonium.
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