Washington, D.C. Klimat and Average Väder
Klimat of Washington, D.C.: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Klimat in Washington, D.C. month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Månad | Avg high | Avg low | Regnfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| januari | 4° | -4° | 87 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| februari | 7° | -2° | 70 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| mars | 16° | 4° | 106 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| april | 21° | 10° | 84 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| maj | 23° | 14° | 167 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juni | 30° | 19° | 111 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| juli | 32° | 22° | 167 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| augusti | 29° | 20° | 104 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| september | 26° | 17° | 106 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| oktober | 20° | 10° | 44 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| november | 14° | 5° | 64 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| december | 8° | 0° | 110 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
Klimat type: Kontinental. Källa: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Washington, D.C.
Högest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Washington, D.C. compares med nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Washington, D.C..
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Dulles International Airport | 37 km | 14°C | about the same | 1074 mm |
| maryland | 48 km | 14°C | about the same | 1279 mm |
| Delaware | 134 km | 14°C | about the same | 1090 mm |
| Pennsylvania | 152 km | 13°C | 2°C cooler | 1027 mm |
| Virginia | 156 km | 15°C | +1°C warmer | 1001 mm |
Klimat by attraction in Washington, D.C.
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Klimat by airport in Washington, D.C.
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Klimat by city in Washington, D.C.
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Klimat by district in Washington, D.C.
2 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
Klimat by zip / postal code in Washington, D.C.
1 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas
Klimat by area code in Washington, D.C.
1 area codes mapped in this atlas
Bästa tiden att besöka Washington, D.C.
Go in april, juni, augusti and oktober. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: januari, februari and december - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Washington, D.C.
Today is warmer than average for september. The forecast high of 33°C is 7.2°C above the 26°C typical for this month.
A 33% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel. Around 30 mm is forecast, which is enough och soak trails and slow traffic.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in juni och augusti.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 26°C.
What och pack, what och skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- sönglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid januari, februari and december - historically the least comfortable months here.
Sammanfattning
Washington, D.C. is a state in USA. Washington, D.C. is a US state med huvudstad Washington. Befolkningen är cirka 680.000. Huvudstaden är Washington.
Just nu är det 21°C (69°F) in Washington, D.C. med klart. Det känns som 23°C. I dag varierar temperaturen mellan 20°C och 33°C. Risken för nederbörd är 33%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - utmärkt — åk nu.
Bästa tiden att besöka Washington, D.C. is april, juni, augusti and oktober. Klimatet är continental. januari, februari and december tend och be the least comfortable months. juli is the warmest month med average highs near 32°C, while januari is the coldest med lows near -4°C.
The closest major airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), about 6 km away. Nearby highlights include National Mall, Shenandoah National Park, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Statue of Liberty.
Enkelt förklarat. Today is warmer than average for september. The forecast high of 33°C is 7.2°C above the 26°C typical for this month. The best window och be outside is roughly 7 AM och 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Washington, D.C. today at 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.
Quick facts about Washington, D.C.
| Typ | State |
|---|---|
| Land | USA |
| Kontinent | Nordamerika |
| Koordinater | 38°54′25.9″N 77°2′12.8″W (38.9072, -77.0369) |
| Capital | Washington |
| Befolkning | 680.000 |
| Area | 177 km² |
| Abbreviation | DC |
| Tidszon | America/New_York |
| Lokal tid | 7:57 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | april, juni, augusti and oktober |
| Klimat | Kontinental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Washington, D.C.?
Washington, D.C. is a state in USA. Its coordinates are 38.9072, -77.0369. It lies in Nordamerika.
What is the weather like in Washington, D.C. just nu?
It is currently 21°C (69°F) med klart. Luftfuktighet is 87% and wind is 6 km/h.
When is the best time och visit Washington, D.C.?
april, juni, augusti and oktober offer the most comfortable conditions in Washington, D.C., which has a continental climate. januari, februari 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 7:57 AM.
How many people live in Washington, D.C.?
Washington, D.C. has a population of approximately 680.000.
What is the nearest airport och Washington, D.C.?
The closest airports are Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 6 km away, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 37 km away and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 188 km away.
What are the top things och 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Prognos and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Luftkvalitet and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Klimat averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Väder Service. |
| 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 september 17, 2026 at 7:57 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
