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Record Cold May 23 Followed by Warm Storms, Rip-Current Danger

5/25/2026

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Maryland recorded its coldest May 23 high temperatures on record, with highs in the low-50s.
Rain showers persisted through Memorial Day weekend, making Saturday the wettest day with 50-degree highs and two to three inches of rain.
A warm front later in the week raised temperatures into the low 70s, increased humidity, and sparked thunderstorms.
The front also created a high rip-current risk in Ocean City, making swimming conditions dangerous.

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Maryland recorded its coldest May 23 high temperatures on record, with highs in the low-50s.
Rain showers persisted through Memorial Day weekend, making Saturday the wettest day with 50-degree highs and two to three inches of rain.
A warm front later in the week raised temperatures into the low 70s, increased humidity, and sparked thunderstorms.
The front also created a high rip-current risk in Ocean City, making swimming conditions dangerous.