Local weather forecast

Weather in Oakland, MD

Updated 2026-08-11 13:00 local time · ZIP codes 21550

Sunny
Now68°F

Sunny

High / Low79° / 64°
Rain chance74%
Wind11 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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Flood Watch issued August 11 at 2:06AM EDT until August 12 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Repetitive rounds of precipitation through tonight will raise flash flood potential. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of western Maryland, including the following areas, Eastern Garrett and Western Garrett. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - While most locations will generally see less than 2 inches of rainfall, isolated locations could see up to 2 to 4 inches, which would create high water issues through portions of far western Maryland. - Please visit www.weather.gov/safety/flood for flood safety and preparedness information

Safety instructions

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Flood Watch issued August 11 at 9:28AM EDT until August 12 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of western Maryland, including the following areas, Garrett County. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are possible through tonight in western Maryland. While most locations will generally see less than 2 inches of rainfall, isolated locations could see up to 2 to 4 inches. This could lead to additional flash flooding given elevated stream levels from prior heavy rain. - Please visit www.weather.gov/safety/flood for flood safety and preparedness information.

Safety instructions

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Hourly

Next hours

NowSunny68°68% rain
2 PMPatchy rain nearby70°47% rain
3 PMPatchy rain nearby78°17% rain
4 PMSunny78°6% rain
5 PMSunny79°5% rain
6 PMSunny78°6% rain
7 PMSunny76°9% rain
8 PMSunny69°11% rain
9 PMPatchy light rain66°63% rain
10 PMPatchy rain nearby65°74% rain
11 PMPatchy rain nearby64°54% rain
12 AMPatchy rain nearby64°41% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-08-11
Sunny
79° 64°Sunny
Rain 74%Gust 21 mph
Tomorrow2026-08-12
Patchy rain nearby
80° 61°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 79%Gust 15 mph
Thursday2026-08-13
Sunny
80° 60°Sunny
Rain 16%Gust 9 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like68°F
Humidity83%
Pressure30.06 inHg
Visibility10 mi
Wind11 mph W
Wind gusts13 mph
Precipitation0.04 in
UV index5
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:26 AM
Sunset08:18 PM
Moonrise04:26 AM
Moon phaseNew Moon
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 74% over the next 12 hours.

Light layers should work

It feels like 68°F with winds near 11 mph.

Best window: 5 PM

79°F, 5% rain chance and 12 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 10 mi; gusts may reach 36 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 68°F, wind 11 mph, rain chance up to 74%.

Moderate UV protection recommended

UV index is 5. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.

Oakland weather today

Sunny and 68°F in Oakland, MD. Today's high is 79°F with a 74% rain chance. Winds are around 11 mph with gusts near 13 mph. Relative humidity is 83%, pressure is 30.06 inHg, and visibility is about 10 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Oakland

Sunrise is at 06:26 AM and sunset is at 08:18 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Patchy rain nearby with a high near 80°F and a low near 61°F. The maximum rain chance is 79%.

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