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Gaithersburg (MD) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Gaithersburg 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 break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Gaithersburg. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -4°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Gaithersburg has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1175 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Gaithersburg experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 136 mm in October, the wettest month, and 69 mm in February, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

Gaithersburg 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 (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Forecast for Gaithersburg (MD)

Fri   Dec 27
8°C | 0°C
S 2 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Sat   Dec 28
10°C | 4°C
S 3 m/s
15 mm
overcast and heavy rain

overcast and heavy rain

Sun   Dec 29
17°C | 10°C
SE 7 m/s
21 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

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

During the months of May and September 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 Gaithersburg?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Gaithersburg?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Gaithersburg?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 5°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Gaithersburg?
    October tops the wettest month list with 136 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Gaithersburg?
    February is the driest month with 69 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Gaithersburg?
    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.