Frederick (MD) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Frederick can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very warm
to cold.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Frederick. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in July to a chilly 5°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -5°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Frederick has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1123 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, October, sees around 128 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 68 mm of snow/rainfall.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Frederick, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.4 hours in June. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.3 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Frederick.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 69%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 58%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Frederick in the United States of America
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 5°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 128 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 68 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 282 hours of sunshine.
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