Roosevelt Cliffs Cliff
Steep coastal cliffs on Chesapeake Bay, Maryland
Roosevelt Cliffs at a Glance#
Address: Roosevelt Cliffs vicinity, St. Mary’s River / Chesapeake Bay region, Maryland, USA
How to Get to Roosevelt Cliffs#
The cliffs are best reached by local county roads off Maryland Route 2 or Route 263 depending on the exact access point. Use a local map or GPS; parking is informal in pullouts and authorized lots.
Tips for Visiting Roosevelt Cliffs#
- Use binoculars or a long lens for bird and shoreline viewing from cliff edges - privacy and safety rules prohibit getting too close to the escarpment's edge.
- Check tide tables if exploring the shore below; currents near cliffs can be strong and dangerous.
- Park at designated pullouts along MD Route 263 or nearby county roads rather than attempting roadside stops on narrow shoulders.
Best Time to Visit Roosevelt Cliffs#
Spring and autumn provide the clearest light and best birding opportunities.
Spring to early summer
Apr-Jun · 10-25°C
Migratory birds pass by and wildflowers accent the cliff top.
Autumn
Sep-Nov · 8-18°C
Crisp air and clear visibility across the bay; fewer insects.
Weather & Climate near Roosevelt Cliffs#
Climate
Roosevelt Cliffs's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1097 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
Air Quality:
AQI 26
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -3° - 6° | -3° | 88 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -3° - 8° | -1° | 75 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 1° - 13° | 4° | 102 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 6° - 19° | 12° | 83 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 11° - 24° | 17° | 106 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 16° - 28° | 22° | 93 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 19° - 30° | 25° | 104 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 18° - 30° | 24° | 102 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 15° - 26° | 20° | 97 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 8° - 20° | 14° | 82 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 3° - 14° | 7° | 82 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -1° - 9° | 1° | 83 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |