Sheppard, MD
Historical community (former settlement) in Baltimore County, Maryland
Sheppard is a historical community (former settlement) in Baltimore County, Maryland. It is 0.4 miles NW of Towson, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 21285.
Sheppard at a glance
- State
- Maryland
- County
- Baltimore County
- ZIP code
- 21285, 21252
- Nearest town
- Towson (0.4 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 39.3892, -76.6136
Weather in Sheppard now
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Sheppard weather by the hour
Sheppard weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Sheppard.
This week in Sheppard
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Sheppard
What is the weather usually like in Sheppard?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 87°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 27°F average low
- 50.2 inprecipitation per year · 1,274 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Sheppard: May–June and August–September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station CYLBURN, MD US (USC00182308), adjusted for the elevation of Sheppard.
Sheppard weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Sheppard through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:23 AM | 5:08 PM | 9 h 45 min |
| February | 6:56 AM | 5:44 PM | 10 h 47 min |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:14 PM | 11 h 58 min |
| April | 6:27 AM | 7:45 PM | 13 h 17 min |
| May | 5:50 AM | 8:14 PM | 14 h 23 min |
| June | 5:37 AM | 8:36 PM | 14 h 59 min |
| July | 5:50 AM | 8:34 PM | 14 h 43 min |
| August | 6:18 AM | 8:03 PM | 13 h 45 min |
| September | 6:46 AM | 7:16 PM | 12 h 29 min |
| October | 7:15 AM | 6:29 PM | 11 h 13 min |
| November | 6:49 AM | 4:53 PM | 10 h 4 min |
| December | 7:17 AM | 4:45 PM | 9 h 27 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Sheppard?
Sheppard 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 27°F (-3°C).
It gets about 50.2 inches (1,274 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July and the driest is February.
The best time to visit Sheppard 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 Sheppard
The closest live webcam is Towson › East: Albert S. Cook Library, 0.4 miles NE of Sheppard.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Sheppard.
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Questions about Sheppard
Where is Sheppard, MD?
Sheppard is a historical community (former settlement) in Baltimore County, Maryland, 0.4 miles NW of Towson.
What county is Sheppard in?
Sheppard is in Baltimore County, Maryland.
What is the ZIP code of Sheppard, MD?
The ZIP code for Sheppard is 21285.
What is the nearest town to Sheppard?
Towson, 0.4 miles away.
Are there webcams near Sheppard?
Yes. The closest is Towson › East: Albert S. Cook Library, 0.4 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Sheppard?
July, with an average high of 87°F (30°C).
What is the coldest month in Sheppard?
January, with an average low of 27°F (-3°C).
How much does it rain in Sheppard?
About 50.2 inches (1,274 mm) a year; the wettest month is July.
Does it snow in Sheppard?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Sheppard?
May–June and August–September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Sheppard have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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