WEATHER ALERT | Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of Maryland until 8 p.m.

(Updated May 20, 9 am) Wednesday is a weather warning day as the next weather-maker brings storms to Maryland ahead of a rainy and cold Memorial Day weekend.

A cold front will move into Maryland later today, bringing rain and storms. There will be a storm from afternoon to evening today, which may affect the evening traffic. Rain will continue throughout the night.

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Some storms can become strong or severe, producing high winds and small hail.

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First of all, today will be another very hot day. Highs will be about 20 degrees above average as temperatures reach the mid-90s. Behind the front, it will be much cooler with highs in the low 60s.

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The cool and rainy conditions will continue through Memorial Day weekend. Highs will be in the 60s on Friday and Saturday and 70 on Sunday and Memorial Day, with a chance of rain each day.

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Over 95% of Maryland is in severe drought, so rain is needed.

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Compared to average rainfall since January 1, BWI is 6.36″ short. Rain in the coming days will help close that shortfall.

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