Fort Washington
A community guide to Fort Washington in Maryland, the United States.
- Population
- 24,261 residents
- Region
- Maryland
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 38.7073, -77.0230
Overview
Fort Washington is a populated place in Maryland, the United States. The community supports 24,261 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Maryland. Its position within the broader regional network gives Fort Washington a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
History
The history of Fort Washington is bound up with the broader story of Maryland. Settlement, agriculture, and trade have all left their mark on the area, with successive generations of residents contributing to the community as it stands today. Like many places across the United States, Fort Washington has experienced periods of growth and quiet alongside the patterns of regional change. Local landmarks, civic buildings, and cultural sites carry traces of each chapter in the area's longer story.
Climate
The climate at Fort Washington is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 38.71 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Fort Washington experience. Visitors planning a trip to Fort Washington should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Geography and location
Fort Washington sits at approximate coordinates 38.7073 latitude and -77.0230 longitude within Maryland. The terrain and natural features around Fort Washington reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Maryland road network providing the principal routes in and out.