Marine Thunderstorm Wind — Chesapeake Bay N Beach To Drum Pt Md, Atlantic North
2026-01-01 · near Mid Bay Buoy, Chesapeake Bay N Beach To Drum Pt Md, Atlantic North
48 MG
Magnitude
Event narrative
Wind gusts of up to 48 knots (55 MPH) were measured by the Cove Point NOS sensor (COVM2).
Wider weather episode
A strong cold front brought gale- to storm-force winds in snow showers to the tidal waters of the Potomac River and Chesapeake Bay early on New Year's morning.
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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1303357. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.