Geography of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Geography of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
National Mall is 3 mi to the north, Capitol Hill is 3 mi to the north-east, Area Code 202 is 4 mi to the north and Washington is 4 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 38°51′4.3″N 77°2′24.7″W (38.8512, -77.0402)
Quick facts about Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| State | Washington, D.C. |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°51′4.3″N 77°2′24.7″W (38.8512, -77.0402) |
| IATA code | DCA |
| Local time | 9:33 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | April, June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is an airport in Washington, D.C.. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport with clear. It feels like 76°F. Today runs from 63°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is April, June, August 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 26°F.
The closest major airport is Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), about 23 mi away. Nearby highlights include National Mall, Shenandoah National Park, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Statue of Liberty.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 83°F is in line with the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport 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° | 26° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 29° | 3,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 61° | 40° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 70° | 49° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 74° | 57° | 6,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 87° | 67° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 89° | 72° | 5,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 85° | 67° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 79° | 62° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 50° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 58° | 41° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 47° | 32° | 4,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport?
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is an airport in Washington, D.C.. Its coordinates are 38.8512, -77.0402. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport right now?
It is currently 74°F (23°C) with clear. Humidity is 65% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport?
April, June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in?
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:33 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport?
The closest airports are Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 23 mi away, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 119 mi away and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 198 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport?
Popular options include National Mall, Shenandoah National Park, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty, Hudson River and Empire State Building.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 25, 2026 at 9:33 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
