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Oakland (MD) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Oakland experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to very cold weather. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Oakland is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in July to a very cold 1°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -9°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Oakland has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1235 mm of rain/snowfall per year. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, June, sees around 137 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, November, still receives a respectable 65 mm of rainfall.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Oakland, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.5 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.6 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Frostburg, the United States of America (49 KM, 30 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Frostburg, the United States of America (49 KM, 30 Miles).

Forecast for Oakland (MD)

Fri   Dec 27
6°C | -3°C
SE 6 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Sat   Dec 28
14°C | 5°C
SW 4 m/s
5 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Sun   Dec 29
13°C | 5°C
SE 8 m/s
25 mm
overcast and heavy rain

overcast and heavy rain

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

During the months of May, June, August 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Oakland?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Oakland?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Oakland?
    June tops the wettest month list with 137 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Oakland?
    November is the driest month with 65 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Oakland?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 255 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.