Colder weather is kicking up in Maryland this week, with snow predicted on the western side of the state.
A winter weather advisory is in effect through Tuesday morning for parts of Western Maryland. The National Weather Service predicts between 3 and 6 inches of snowfall early this week and wind gusts as high as 40 mph in western Garrett County. Travelers should plan for slippery, hard-to-see roads.
[Get the latest weathercast from FOX45 News]Meanwhile, Baltimore temperatures are forecast to peak in the mid-50s this week, followed by lows that dip below the freezing point.
Sunny skies are expected to start off the workweek Monday in the Baltimore area, accompanied by wind speeds ranging from 11 to 15 mph with gusts up to 26 mph. The high of the day is predicted to be around 47.
Wind speeds are expected to remain about the same into the evening, with gusts up to 30 mph. The low is forecast to reach 26, shaping up to be the coldest night of the week.
Wind speeds are likely to pick up on Veterans Day on Tuesday, with speeds ranging from 15 to 22 mph. Sunny skies are projected throughout the day with a high of 56.
The overnight low Tuesday is expected to reach below freezing again at 30.Wednesday is predicted to be a break from the high wind speeds and freezing temperatures, as sunny skies and a high near 56 are in the forecast. Partly cloudy conditions are expected to set in Wednesday night and the low is expected to reach around 37.
Thursday is forecast to be sunny with a high near 53. Conditions should remain mostly clear into Thursday night, and the low is expected to reach 33.
Friday is likely to be sunny with a high of 55 and a low of 35. Saturday should be the same, with a high of 53 and a low of 34 at night.
