West River, MD
Unincorporated community in Anne Arundel County, Maryland
West River is a small unincorporated community in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. It is 2.4 miles E of Galesville, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 20776.
West River at a glance
- State
- Maryland
- County
- Anne Arundel County
- ZIP code
- 20776
- Nearest town
- Galesville (2.4 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 38.8503, -76.5964
Weather in West River now
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West River weather by the hour
West River weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of West River.
This week in West River
Sunrise, sunset and moon in West River
What is the weather usually like in West River?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 88°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 25°F average low
- 45.0 inprecipitation per year · 1,144 mm
- 15.9 insnowfall per year · 40 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit West River: May–June and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station UPPER MARLBORO 3 NNW, MD US (USC00189070), adjusted for the elevation of West River.
West River weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in West River through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 5:10 PM | 9 h 48 min |
| February | 6:55 AM | 5:45 PM | 10 h 49 min |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:14 PM | 11 h 58 min |
| April | 6:28 AM | 7:44 PM | 13 h 16 min |
| May | 5:52 AM | 8:13 PM | 14 h 21 min |
| June | 5:39 AM | 8:34 PM | 14 h 55 min |
| July | 5:52 AM | 8:32 PM | 14 h 40 min |
| August | 6:18 AM | 8:02 PM | 13 h 43 min |
| September | 6:46 AM | 7:16 PM | 12 h 29 min |
| October | 7:14 AM | 6:29 PM | 11 h 14 min |
| November | 6:47 AM | 4:54 PM | 10 h 6 min |
| December | 7:16 AM | 4:47 PM | 9 h 30 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in West River?
West River has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 88°F (31°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 25°F (-4°C).
It gets about 45.0 inches (1,144 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is September and the driest is February. Snow is common: about 16 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit West River is May–June and September–October. 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 West River
The closest live webcam is Deale › South: Herrington Harbour North - Town Point Marina, 5.6 miles S of West River.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from West River.
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Map of West River, MD
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Other communities near West River
- Sudleys Choice1.0 mi SW
- Huckleberry Woods1.0 mi S
- Lothian1.5 mi SW
- Warthen Knolls1.6 mi N
- Cumberstone2.4 mi E
- Sudley2.5 mi SE
- Almar Estates2.7 mi S
- Shady Oaks3.0 mi SE
- Traceys Meadows3.0 mi S
- West River Plantation3.2 mi SE
- Bahama View3.2 mi SE
- Lothian Woods3.3 mi SW
- Back Bay3.4 mi SE
- Dodon3.4 mi NW
- Birdsville3.4 mi N
Questions about West River
Where is West River, MD?
West River is an unincorporated community in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, 2.4 miles E of Galesville.
What county is West River in?
West River is in Anne Arundel County, Maryland.
What is the ZIP code of West River, MD?
The ZIP code for West River is 20776.
What is the nearest town to West River?
Galesville, 2.4 miles away.
Are there webcams near West River?
Yes. The closest is Deale › South: Herrington Harbour North - Town Point Marina, 5.6 miles away.
What is the hottest month in West River?
July, with an average high of 88°F (31°C).
What is the coldest month in West River?
January, with an average low of 25°F (-4°C).
How much does it rain in West River?
About 45.0 inches (1,144 mm) a year; the wettest month is September.
Does it snow in West River?
Yes, about 16 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit West River?
May–June and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does West River have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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