Baltimore Faces Possible Frost or Freeze Tuesday Morning as Temperatures Crash Through Late April
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND — A sharp cooldown is taking hold across the Baltimore Metro area through the rest of April, with temperatures forecast to drop into the low 30s by Tuesday morning, April 21, raising the possibility of frost or freeze conditions across the region.
Tuesday Morning Brings the Coldest Air of the Pattern
Temperature guidance valid for 6 AM Tuesday, April 21 shows readings across the Baltimore Metro area falling into the 32 to 35°F range, with some surrounding areas dropping into the upper 20s. Locations further inland and to the northwest are forecast to see values as low as 22 to 24°F, well below the freezing mark.
How Temperatures Stack Up Across the Region Tuesday Morning
| Area | Forecast Temperature |
|---|---|
| Baltimore Metro | Low 30s to mid 30s |
| Western Maryland / Pennsylvania border | Mid to upper 20s |
| Coastal New Jersey / Delaware | Mid to upper 30s |
| North Carolina coast | Upper 40s to low 50s |
No Return to 90 Degrees for the Rest of April
The overall pattern through the remainder of April is trending significantly cooler than what the region saw earlier this month. Temperatures are not expected to approach 90°F again before May. The combination of a cooling pattern and potential overnight lows near or below freezing could impact late-season plants and gardens across the Baltimore area and surrounding communities.
Residents should monitor forecasts closely heading into the weekend as the Tuesday frost and freeze potential becomes clearer.
Stay with CabarrusWeekly.com for live temperature and frost updates across the Baltimore Metro and Mid-Atlantic region.
