Maryland Weather Forecast
Maryland weather: 73°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Summary
Maryland is a state in United States. Maryland is a US state with its capital at Annapolis. It has a population of about 6.2 million. The capital is Annapolis.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Maryland with overcast. It feels like 75°F. Today runs from 70°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 47%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Maryland is April, June, August and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 87°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 26°F.
The closest major airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), about 31 mi away. Nearby highlights include National Mall, Shenandoah National Park, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Statue of Liberty.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is 9.7°F below the 83°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Maryland today at 9.4/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Active alerts for Maryland
Coastal Flood Advisory issued August 22 at 1:56PM EDT until August 23 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Issued by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Weather in Maryland right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:12 PM, Aug 22 local time.
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Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for Maryland
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Aug 22 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 73° / 70° | 47% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 83° / 69° | 12% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 64° | 2% | 14 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 85° / 62° | 0% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 82° / 69° | 8% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌧️ Showers | 84° / 73° | 49% · 0,7 in | 11 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 86° / 71° | 47% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 82° / 69° | 17% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 68° | 19% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 71° | 21% · 0,1 in | 19 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌧️ Showers | 90° / 69° | 21% · 0,4 in | 19 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 87° / 69° | 28% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 81° / 70° | 28% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 70° | 29% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 80° / 72° | 16% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 27% | -- | — |
Climate in Maryland month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40° | 26° | 3,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 45° | 30° | 2,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 59° | 40° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 67° | 50° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 73° | 58° | 5,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 84° | 67° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 87° | 72° | 7,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 83° | 68° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 77° | 63° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 68° | 52° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 57° | 42° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 33° | 4,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Weather map for Maryland
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Air quality and pollen in Maryland
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Sun, twilight and moon
Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.
Best time to visit Maryland
Go in April, June, August and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Maryland?
Maryland is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 38.9784, -76.4922. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Maryland right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 67% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Maryland?
April, June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Maryland, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Maryland in?
Maryland observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 7:12 PM.
How many people live in Maryland?
Maryland has a population of approximately 6.2 million.
What is the nearest airport to Maryland?
The closest airports are Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 31 mi away, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 52 mi away and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 91 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Maryland?
Popular options include National Mall, Shenandoah National Park, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty, Hudson River and Empire State Building.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 7:12 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
