Hillcrest Heights, Maryland Weather
Hillcrest Heights, Maryland — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for Hillcrest Heights, Prince George's County.
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About Hillcrest Heights, Maryland
Hillcrest Heights unfolds across a landscape of gentle, rolling terrain, a testament to the ancient geological forces that shaped this corner of Prince George's County. It lies 3.6 miles north of Prince Georges, MD (from Prince Georges, MD: bearing 354°T), and is situated 6.0 miles south-east of Washington. Verdant woodlands, thick with mature oaks and maples, punctuate the residential neighborhoods, their canopies offering a cool, dappled shade that softens the bright Maryland sun. The air here carries a subtle, earthy fragrance, a mingling of damp soil and the sweet perfume of blooming honeysuckle that climbs enthusiastically over weathered fences. Creeks, often unseen but always present, carve meandering paths through the lower ground, their quiet murmur a constant, soothing undertone to the rustle of leaves and the distant hum of traffic. The homes themselves, a diverse collection of mid-century ranches and more contemporary designs, sit comfortably on their lots, many with wide, welcoming porches that invite lingering on warm evenings. The story of Hillcrest Heights is one of gradual growth, a reflection of the broader suburban expansion that has characterized the region for decades. Originally farmland, the land was slowly parceled and developed, transforming fields of corn and tobacco into the streets and homes that define the locality today. Its economy, like many in the county, is deeply intertwined with the larger metropolitan area, serving as a bedroom community for those who work in Washington D.C. and Baltimore. Yet, Hillcrest Heights possesses its own distinct character, a quiet pride in its accessible green spaces and a sense of established neighborhood life. Local businesses, from small grocery stores to family-owned restaurants, form the heart of the community, fostering a feeling of interconnectedness. The presence of several well-regarded public schools also contributes to its enduring appeal, drawing families who value both convenience and a strong sense of place.
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| Location | Hillcrest Heights, Prince George's County, Maryland |
| Coordinates | 38.832891°N, 76.959419°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 20723, 20748 |
| Area Code | 301, 240 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Hillcrest Heights, Maryland Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Hillcrest Heights, 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 Hillcrest Heights includes coordinates 38.832891°N, 76.959419°W, situated in Prince George's County. ZIP code 20723, 20748. Telephone area code: 301, 240. 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.
