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Annapolis, a city of weathered brick and salt-laced air, spills gently towards the Chesapeake Bay, its historic core a labyrinth of cobblestone streets and handsome Georgian architecture. It lies 3.5 miles east-north-east of Anne Arundel, MD (from Anne Arundel, MD: bearing 60°T), and is situated 7.0 miles south-south-east of Severna Park. The land here, a low-lying expanse of marsh and fertile soil, is shaped by the slow embrace of the Severn River, its waters often reflecting the vast, shifting canvas of the Maryland sky. On a clear evening, the light takes on a liquid gold quality, bathing the venerable State House and the masts of sailboats in a serene glow. Even the breeze carries a distinctive tang, a blend of sea salt, pine needles, and the distant promise of blooming magnolias, a constant reminder of Annapolis's intimate connection to the water. For centuries, Annapolis has been a nexus of power and commerce, its fortunes intertwined with the maritime heritage of Maryland. As the state capital, it has witnessed pivotal moments in American history, its venerable State House standing as a silent sentinel to debates and decisions that shaped a nation. The local economy, once heavily reliant on shipbuilding and the export of tobacco, now thrives on a vibrant blend of tourism, government, and the academic prestige of the United States Naval Academy. The Academy's impressive grounds and the disciplined cadence of midshipmen lend a unique character to the city, a constant hum of tradition beneath the more leisurely pace of civilian life. The narrow confines of the historic district, with its independent shops and waterfront restaurants, invite lingering exploration, each corner promising a glimpse into Annapolis's enduring narrative.
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| Location | Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, Maryland |
| Coordinates | 38.978445°N, 76.492183°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 21401, 21402, 21403, 21404, 21405 |
| Area Code | 410, 443 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Annapolis, Maryland, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modeled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Annapolis includes coordinates 38.978445°N, 76.492183°W, situated in Anne Arundel County. ZIP code 21401, 21402, 21403, 21404, 21405. Telephone area code: 410, 443. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov (NOAA), with a modeled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.