Maryland's weekend weather: rain today, sun for mom tomorrow?

This Mother's Day weekend in Maryland won’t be perfect sunshine, but it’s not all bad news either. The state has been dealing with tough drought conditions, so the forecasted rain over the next seven days is actually a relief. But timing matters if you're planning anything outdoors. Saturday looks like the dullest day. Clouds will linger, and scattered showers could start in the morning and stick around until early afternoon. There’s even a small chance of thunder in the evening, but by nighttime, things dry out. Temperatures will hover around the low 70s, making it a bit chilly but not too bad for a short walk. By Saturday night, skies clear, so if you need to travel or meet someone, conditions improve.Sunday has higher hopes, especially in the morning. It’s the better half of the weekend with partly cloudy skies and warmer temps in the upper 70s to near 80°F. The threat of rain stays low until mid-afternoon, making it a great time for outdoor plans. But don’t get too comfortable—rain chances shoot up after sunset as a new storm system moves in. Monday morning starts damp, with scattered rain likely until midday, but that rain is crucial for breaking the drought. After Monday, skies clear again, bringing cooler air by Tuesday. If you’re keeping track, another round of rain is expected Wednesday and Thursday, giving the soil more much-needed moisture. The pattern is clear: Maryland needs the rain, but weekend plans have to be flexible.