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Bowie (MD) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Bowie can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be very warm during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Bowie can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 6°C during cooler months like January.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -4°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Bowie is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1182 mm. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. June brings wetter days averaging 143 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 rainy days.

In contrast, February experiences a drier climate, with about 70 mm of rainfall spread across 10 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Bowie. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.3 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Forecast for Bowie (MD)

Fri   Dec 27
7°C | -1°C
SE 2 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Sat   Dec 28
10°C | 3°C
SW 2 m/s
17 mm
overcast and heavy rain

overcast and heavy rain

Sun   Dec 29
16°C | 8°C
SE 5 m/s
10 mm
broken clouds and slight rain

broken clouds and slight rain

The best time of year to visit Bowie in the United States of America

During the months of May and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Bowie?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Bowie?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Bowie?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Bowie?
    June tops the wettest month list with 143 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Bowie?
    February is the driest month with 70 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Bowie?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 282 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.