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Winter Weather, Cold Temperatures On The Way For Md.

BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Maryland could see the first snowfall of 2014. A Winter Storm Warning and Winter Weather Advisory are in effect for most of Maryland.

WJZ's First Warning Weather Team reports it's also going to be brutally cold over the next few days.

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow is in place until 5 a.m. Friday, and a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect  until 6 a.m. Friday.

Here's a breakdown:

Timeline:

This will begin as a rain/snow mix Thursday afternoon. It will then transition to all snow and then taper off as flurries Friday.

The start time of steady snow will be between 5-8 p.m. Thursday. Drivers are encouraged to be careful during Thursday's rush hour.

The end time of the snow will be between 4-7 a.m. Friday. Friday's rush hour may also be affected.

Accumulations & Temperatures:

The total accumulation will be between 2-4 inches. The greatest amounts will likely be north and east of the city.

There will be 3-6 inches from Frederick Co. to the west.

There will be blowing snow Friday with high temperatures around 20 and gusts past 30 mph. The real feel temperatures are below zero.

Future:

It will be the coldest night in years Friday night. Central Maryland will see single digits.

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