Climate of Maryland, USA
Area-weighted average across Maryland. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Maryland, a subdivision of United States of America, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 0.2°C / 32.4°F in January to 24.1°C / 75.4°F in July, with rainfall from 73 mm / 2.9 in to 104 mm / 4.1 in depending on the season (1087 mm / 42.8 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.2°C32.4°F | 84 mm3.3″ | Snowy |
| February | 1.5°C34.7°F | 73 mm2.9″ | Snowy |
| March | 6.2°C43.2°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| April | 11.5°C52.7°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| May | 16.8°C62.2°F | 104 mm4.1″ | — |
| June | 21.5°C70.7°F | 95 mm3.7″ | — |
| July | 24.1°C75.4°F | 103 mm4.1″ | — |
| August | 23.3°C73.9°F | 101 mm4″ | — |
| September | 19.7°C67.5°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| October | 13.4°C56.1°F | 81 mm3.2″ | — |
| November | 8°C46.4°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| December | 3°C37.4°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Maryland?
Maryland, United States of America does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 24.1°C / 75.4°F, and the driest is February at 73 mm / 2.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Maryland?
Maryland, United States of America has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 0.2°C / 32.4°F in January to 24.1°C / 75.4°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1087 mm / 42.8 in, with the wettest month being May (104 mm / 4.1 in) and the driest February (73 mm / 2.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Maryland?
The hottest month in Maryland is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.1°C / 75.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Maryland?
The coldest month in Maryland is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 0.2°C / 32.4°F.
When does it rain most in Maryland?
The wettest month in Maryland is May, averaging about 104 mm / 4.1 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 73 mm / 2.9 in.