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Washington, D.C. Map

Interactive map of Washington, D.C. with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.

☁️ 73°F now🕔 3:14 AM local📅 Best: April, June, August and October👥 680.000

Summary

Washington, D.C. is a state in United States. Washington, D.C. is a US state with its capital at Washington. It has a population of about 680.000. The capital is Washington.

Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Washington, D.C. with overcast. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 68°F to 79°F. Chance of precipitation is 41%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Washington, D.C. 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 25°F.

The closest major airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), about 4 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 slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 79°F is 5.4°F below the 84°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Washington, D.C. today at 9.7/10. 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.

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Coordinates: 38°54′25.9″N 77°2′12.8″W (38.9072, -77.0369)

Quick facts about Washington, D.C.

TypeState
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates38°54′25.9″N 77°2′12.8″W (38.9072, -77.0369)
CapitalWashington
Population680.000
Area68 sq mi
AbbreviationDC
Time zoneAmerica/New_York
Local time3:14 AM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsApril, June, August and October
ClimateContinental

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1 attractions mapped in this atlas

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1 airports mapped in this atlas

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1 cities mapped in this atlas

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2 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas

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1 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas

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1 area codes mapped in this atlas

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1 cities and towns mapped in this atlas

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Getting to Washington, D.C.

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Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.

Airports near Washington, D.C.

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Ronald Reagan Washington National AirportDCA4 miWashington, D.C.
Washington Dulles International AirportIAD23 miVirginia
Philadelphia International AirportPHL117 miPhiladelphia
Newark Liberty International AirportEWR196 miNew Jersey
John F. Kennedy International AirportJFK210 miNew York City
LaGuardia AirportLGA212 miNew York City

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Washington, D.C.?

Washington, D.C. is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 38.9072, -77.0369. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Washington, D.C. right now?

It is currently 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 88% and wind is 3 mph.

When is the best time to visit Washington, D.C.?

April, June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Washington, D.C., which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Washington, D.C. in?

Washington, D.C. observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 3:14 AM.

How many people live in Washington, D.C.?

Washington, D.C. has a population of approximately 680.000.

What is the nearest airport to Washington, D.C.?

The closest airports are Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 4 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 Washington, D.C.?

Popular options include National Mall, Shenandoah National Park, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty, Hudson River and Empire State Building.

What places are in Washington, D.C.?

Washington, D.C. covers 7 places in this atlas, including National Mall, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington, Capitol Hill, Georgetown and ZIP Code 20001.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 23, 2026 at 3:14 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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