Easter showers move through Maryland today

Showers and gusty winds from a cold front moved across Maryland, with the heaviest rain expected to clear by mid-afternoon. Cooler, breezy conditions are forecast through Tuesday before a warmer trend later in the week.

Showers and a few storms moved through Maryland on Sunday as a cold front passed across the state. Gusty winds accompanied the system at times. Outside western Maryland, the day began bright before clouds and rain moved in from the west. The heaviest rain was expected to be brief at any given location and to clear by mid-afternoon. Key details: - Showers and isolated thunderstorms moved west to east with a passing cold front. - Gusty winds were expected across much of the state, and some thunderstorms could bring stronger gusts. - The heaviest rain was forecast to be short lived at any one location and to clear during mid-afternoon; many areas were expected to dry by evening with some late sun possible. - Breezy, cooler conditions were forecast for Monday and Tuesday (highs near 60°F Monday, near 50°F Tuesday), with a larger warm-up returning later in the week toward the 70s. Summary: Rain and gusty winds affected Easter Sunday plans in parts of Maryland, with the heaviest downpours brief and moving east. After the cold front passes, a cooler, breezy start to the week is expected, with temperatures rising later in the week.