03/02/2026
*** WET SNOW OR SLIPPERY TODAY? READ ON ***
The question is, can a low level temperature at or just below freezing overcome early March sun angles for a minor snow accumulation and slippery conditions. Let’s dig in!
The US NAM has been pretty consistent on placement of the east-west snow band being lined up along and just south of Baltimore’s I-70 corridor and then across the northernmost part of Virginia. I expect temperatures to get just above freezing this morning and then drop to or just below freezing as light snow moves in this afternoon. With the higher early March sun angles (as opposed to lower sun angles mid winter), it’s hard to forecast much accumulation unless the snow is heavy. So, I’m sticking with my forecast of one inch or less for the Baltimore/DC area. HOWEVER, in bands of heavier snow, roads may get slushy or even snow covered and slippery.
Areas toward the Pennsylvania line will get little or no snow.
Below, I’ve posted the forecast snow amounts by the US NAM model showing mostly an inch or less as well as the NAM's low level temperature forecast for 4 pm.
I still expect a break in precipitation this evening with light sleet or snow restarting overnight. Precipitation will change to freezing rain, and then eventually plain rain as Tuesday morning. I’ve have more on that coming later today.
Stay tuned for updates!
