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Capitol Heights (MD) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Capitol Heights can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to cold. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Capitol Heights. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 6°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -3°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Capitol Heights has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1169 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Capitol Heights experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 146 mm in June, the wettest month, and 68 mm in January, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

Capitol Heights can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 9.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, 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 (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Forecast for Capitol Heights (MD)

Fri   Dec 27
8°C | 0°C
SE 2 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Sat   Dec 28
12°C | 6°C
SW 3 m/s
12 mm
overcast and heavy rain

overcast and heavy rain

Sun   Dec 29
18°C | 11°C
SE 8 m/s
14 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

The best time of year to visit Capitol Heights 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Capitol Heights?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Capitol Heights?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Capitol Heights?
    June tops the wettest month list with 146 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Capitol Heights?
    February is the driest month with 68 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Capitol Heights?
    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.