Downes, MD
Unincorporated community in Caroline County, Maryland
Downes is a small unincorporated community in Caroline County, Maryland. It is 2.3 miles N of Ridgely, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 21660.
Downes at a glance
- State
- Maryland
- County
- Caroline County
- ZIP code
- 21660
- Nearest town
- Ridgely (2.3 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 38.9211, -75.8928
Weather in Downes now
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Downes weather by the hour
Downes weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Downes.
This week in Downes
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Downes
What is the weather usually like in Downes?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 87°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 25°F average low
- 46.3 inprecipitation per year · 1,176 mm
- 12.8 insnowfall per year · 33 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Downes: May–June and August–September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station GREENWOOD 2NE, DE US (USC00073595), adjusted for the elevation of Downes.
Downes weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Downes through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 5:07 PM | 9 h 48 min |
| February | 6:53 AM | 5:42 PM | 10 h 49 min |
| March | 7:12 AM | 7:11 PM | 11 h 58 min |
| April | 6:25 AM | 7:41 PM | 13 h 16 min |
| May | 5:49 AM | 8:10 PM | 14 h 21 min |
| June | 5:36 AM | 8:32 PM | 14 h 56 min |
| July | 5:49 AM | 8:29 PM | 14 h 40 min |
| August | 6:16 AM | 8:00 PM | 13 h 43 min |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:13 PM | 12 h 29 min |
| October | 7:11 AM | 6:26 PM | 11 h 14 min |
| November | 6:45 AM | 4:51 PM | 10 h 6 min |
| December | 7:13 AM | 4:43 PM | 9 h 30 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Downes?
Downes has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 87°F (30°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 25°F (-4°C).
It gets about 46.3 inches (1,176 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is September and the driest is February. Snow is common: about 13 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Downes is May–June and August–September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Downes
The closest live webcam is Powelton: US 13 @ RD 315 (TOWER HILL RD), 17.4 miles E of Downes.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Downes.
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Other communities near Downes
- Trinity1.4 mi NE
- Ridgely Acres1.6 mi E
- Thomas Town1.9 mi W
- Lor-J Estates2.5 mi SE
- Boonsboro2.7 mi NE
- Jumptown3.1 mi NW
- Rolph Landing3.3 mi SW
- Smith Landing3.5 mi E
- Waljacks Corners3.5 mi W
- Passapae Landing3.6 mi E
- Choptank Overlook3.9 mi E
- Riverview Gardens subdivision4.1 mi SE
- Riding Acres4.2 mi E
- Griffin4.3 mi S
- Oil City4.3 mi E
Questions about Downes
Where is Downes, MD?
Downes is an unincorporated community in Caroline County, Maryland, 2.3 miles N of Ridgely.
What county is Downes in?
Downes is in Caroline County, Maryland.
What is the ZIP code of Downes, MD?
The ZIP code for Downes is 21660.
What is the nearest town to Downes?
Ridgely, 2.3 miles away.
Are there webcams near Downes?
Yes. The closest is Powelton: US 13 @ RD 315 (TOWER HILL RD), 17.4 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Downes?
July, with an average high of 87°F (30°C).
What is the coldest month in Downes?
January, with an average low of 25°F (-4°C).
How much does it rain in Downes?
About 46.3 inches (1,176 mm) a year; the wettest month is September.
Does it snow in Downes?
Yes, about 13 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Downes?
May–June and August–September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Downes have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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