The best times to visit Ellicott City for ideal weather are

April 23rd to June 17th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Ellicott City Travel Info

Weather in Ellicott City

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ellicott City vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 20th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Ellicott City, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 91.4°F (33°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 68.1°F (20.1°C) at night.

Ellicott City Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ellicott City Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Ellicott City Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ellicott City Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ellicott City Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 44.7 33.5 23.7
Feb 46.2 34.4 23.8
Mar 57.7 44.4 32.7
Apr 69.1 55.4 42.4
May 78.8 65.8 53.2
Jun 86.7 74.5 62.6
Jul 90.2 78.3 66.7
Aug 87.4 75.5 64.4
Sep 81.9 69.4 58.2
Oct 70.6 57.8 46.8
Nov 58.7 46.7 36
Dec 50.5 39.7 30.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7.1 0.8 -4.6
Feb 7.9 1.3 -4.6
Mar 14.3 6.9 0.4
Apr 20.6 13 5.8
May 26 18.8 11.8
Jun 30.4 23.6 17
Jul 32.3 25.7 19.3
Aug 30.8 24.2 18
Sep 27.7 20.8 14.6
Oct 21.4 14.3 8.2
Nov 14.8 8.2 2.2
Dec 10.3 4.3 -0.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ellicott City are January, September, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid to late September. For example, on the week of September 17th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 4th.

When can you find snow in Ellicott City? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Ellicott City is often around around December 17th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Ellicott City.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ellicott City (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 16% 2.1 2.9
Feb 20% 5.3 2.6
Mar 24% 2.4 3.9
Apr 24% 0 4
May 24% 0 4.1
Jun 26% 0 5
Jul 24% 0 3.5
Aug 21% 0 4.7
Sep 17% 0 4.3
Oct 22% 0 5.6
Nov 22% 0 2.6
Dec 26% 3.3 4.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 16 5.3 7.4
Feb 20 13.5 6.6
Mar 24 6.1 9.9
Apr 24 0 10.2
May 24 0 10.4
Jun 26 0 12.7
Jul 24 0 8.9
Aug 21 0 11.9
Sep 17 0 10.9
Oct 22 0 14.2
Nov 22 0 6.6
Dec 26 8.4 11.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Ellicott City has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is March (46.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is October (61.6%).

Wind in Ellicott City is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by April and March. February’s average wind speed of around 6.6 knots (7.6 MPH or 12.2 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 15.4 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Ellicott City.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.8 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Feb 6.6 Light breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Mar 6.4 Light breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Apr 6.6 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
May 5.2 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Jun 4.8 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Jul 4.3 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Aug 4 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.3 Light breeze 10.4 Significant breeze
Oct 5 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Nov 5.2 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Dec 5.6 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 50.3%
Feb 47.9%
Mar 46.9%
Apr 47.6%
May 56.4%
Jun 57%
Jul 56.4%
Aug 60.4%
Sep 61.5%
Oct 61.6%
Nov 54.8%
Dec 59.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ellicott City?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Ellicott City, MD, US is July, followed by June and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Ellicott City in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 56.1 in October means 56.1% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Ellicott City Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 86°F (30°C) and 49.2°F (9.6°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with roughly 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 7 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Ellicott City, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 86.8°F (30.4°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Ellicott City to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 51.7°F (10.9°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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