National Mall Map
Interactive map of National Mall with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
National Mall is a tourist attraction in Washington, D.C.. National Mall is a landmark known for monuments and Smithsonian museums.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in National Mall with clear. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 66°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 73%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit National Mall 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 3 mi away. Nearby highlights include Shenandoah National Park, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty and Hudson River.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 86°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in National Mall today at 8.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of National Mall
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Coordinates: 38°53′22.2″N 77°2′7.1″W (38.8895, -77.0353)
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 |
| Local time | 7:22 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | April, June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Getting to National Mall
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) · 3 mi
- Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) · 23 mi
- Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) · 117 mi
- Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) · 196 mi
- Washington · 1 mi · roughly 2 min driving
- Philadelphia · 124 mi · roughly 2.8 h driving
- Virginia Beach · 152 mi · roughly 3.5 h driving
- Pittsburgh · 190 mi · roughly 4.4 h driving
- New York City · 204 mi · roughly 4.7 h driving
- Raleigh · 232 mi · roughly 5.3 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near National Mall
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | DCA | 3 mi | Washington, D.C. |
| Washington Dulles International Airport | IAD | 23 mi | Virginia |
| Philadelphia International Airport | PHL | 117 mi | Philadelphia |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | EWR | 196 mi | New Jersey |
| John F. Kennedy International Airport | JFK | 211 mi | New York City |
| LaGuardia Airport | LGA | 212 mi | New York City |
Things to do in National Mall
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around National Mall.
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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.
What is the weather like in National Mall right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with clear. Humidity is 57% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit National Mall?
April, June, August 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 time zone is National Mall in?
National Mall observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 7:22 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 24, 2026 at 7:22 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
