4/6/10: Forecast – If you can’t stand the heat…

The warm-up that was forecast for the beginning of this week has over-performed and has reached record levels. Yesterday, the high at BWI hit 84, breaking the record of 83 set in 1942. Today, BWI tied the record high of 90 degrees, set in 1929. Tomorrow’s record high of 93 set in 1929 looks to be safe, but highs will again be around 90 degrees.

Relief in the form of a cold front with showers and thunderstorms looks to come Thursday evening. Expect showers and storms Thursday evening through Friday morning, with highs near 80 on Thursday, but dropping off significantly Friday with a high around 60.

Clearing takes place during the day Friday, setting the stage for a clear and pleasant weekend with highs in the 60s Saturday and near 70 Sunday.