Best Time to Visit National Mall
Best time to visit National Mall: April, June, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit National Mall
Go in April, June, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in National Mall month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40° | 25° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 45° | 29° | 2,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 60° | 40° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 69° | 49° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 74° | 57° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 86° | 67° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 89° | 71° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 84° | 67° | 5,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 78° | 63° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 50° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 57° | 40° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 32° | 4,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How National Mall compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against National Mall.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area Code 202 | 1 mi | 57°F | about the same | 49 in |
| Washington | 1 mi | 57°F | about the same | 49 in |
| Capitol Hill | 1 mi | 58°F | about the same | 47 in |
| ZIP Code 20001 | 2 mi | 57°F | about the same | 49 in |
| Georgetown | 2 mi | 57°F | about the same | 49 in |
Summary
National Mall is a tourist attraction in Washington, D.C.. National Mall is a landmark known for monuments and Smithsonian museums.
The best time to visit National Mall is April, June, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 25°F.
The closest major airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), about 3 mi away. Nearby highlights include Shenandoah National Park, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty and Hudson River.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Things to do in National Mall
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around National Mall.
Quick facts about National Mall
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| State | Washington, D.C. |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°53′22.2″N 77°2′7.1″W (38.8895, -77.0353) |
| Known for | monuments and Smithsonian museums |
| Best months | April, June, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is National Mall?
National Mall is a tourist attraction in Washington, D.C.. Its coordinates are 38.8895, -77.0353. It lies in North America.
When is the best time to visit National Mall?
April, June, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in National Mall, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What is the nearest airport to National Mall?
The closest airports are Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 3 mi away, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 23 mi away and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 117 mi away.
What are the top things to do in National Mall?
Popular options include Shenandoah National Park, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty, Hudson River, Empire State Building and Times Square.
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| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 1, 2026 UTC. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
