Baltimore City Snow Center

Information regarding the snow/ice storm forecast for January 24-27, 2026, can be found below.  Be sure to check back often for updates and service modifications.

Phase II of the Snow Emergency Plan Goes Into Effect on Saturday
Vehicles parked along these designated routes will be ticketed and relocated

In preparation for the storm, the City of Baltimore will be implementing Phase II of its Snow Emergency Plan so that crews can provide more efficient snow operations. 

Beginning at 12 noon on Saturday, January 24, 2026, Phase II of the city’s Snow Emergency Plan will go into effect.  This means:

• • All vehicles traveling on city streets must be equipped with snow tires, all weather radials, or chains, AND
  • Parking is restricted along designated snow emergency routes.
  • Parking will be restricted along all snow emergency routes 24 hours a day starting Saturday at noon until further notice, regardless of the times noted on posted signs along these designated routes.

Vehicles parked along snow emergency routes after 12pm Saturday will be ticketed and relocated.  Residents whose vehicles have been towed should call 3-1-1 for relocation information.

Additional information about the Snow Emergency Plan can be found here.
 

Baltimore City Residents Urged to Park in City-Owned Garages During This Weekend's Storm
City residents can park in eight garages to allow City to more easily plow streets

Due to the extreme severity of the impending snow emergency, the Parking Authority of Baltimore City urges Baltimore City residents to relocate their cars inside City-owned parking facilities.  Parking is free in these garages effective Saturday, January 24, from 12:00 PM (Noon) until Monday, January 26, at 7:00 PM.  These times may be extended based on conditions and monthly contract parking obligations. 

Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and is not guaranteed.

View a list of city-owned garages here.

Baltimore City Residents Can Park in Select School Parking Lots During This Weekend's Storm

To provide residents with alternative parking options during the Phase II snow emergency,
parking will be available at select city schools equipped with parking lots.  Residents who utilize these lots must remove their vehicles by Monday, January 26, at 7:00 PM. 

Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and is not guaranteed.
A list of available schools for resident parking can be found here
A map of these school locations can be found here
 

Charm City Circulator and Harbor Connector Service Modifications

The following service modifications will be in effect for the Charm City Circulator and possibly Harbor Connecter (HC) service due to this weekend’s winter storm:

• • Circulator service will end early at 10pm Saturday evening, and restart at noon on Sunday, weather permitting.  CCC patrons should download the PassioGo! app for service updates.
  • The Harbor Connector does not run on weekends but may be impacted on Monday morning.  Riders should subscribe to text alerts by texting “harborconnector” to 410-988-6601 or sign up for alerts by visiting https://mobile-text-alerts.com/harborconnector.

Street Sweeping Service Disruption

Due to the forecasted cold temperatures, all street sweeping routes are canceled for the remainder of the week.  Parking enforcement related to street sweeping will also be suspended during this period.  Services will resume when weather conditions allow safe and effective operations.
 

Protect Your Pipes During Freezing Temperatures

Residents should take some simple steps at home to help protect plumbing and reduce the risk of weather-related issues during freezing temperatures throughout the winter season.  Click here for more information.

Baltimore City Under Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert

Baltimore City is under a Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert Friday night, January 23, through Tuesday, January 27.  Click here for more information.

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