National Mall Travel Guide
National Mall travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 71°F (22°C) in National Mall with overcast. It feels like 77°F. Today runs from 68°F to 79°F. Chance of precipitation is 39%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.
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 slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 79°F is 4.9°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 National Mall 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.
Map of National Mall
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 38°53′22.2″N 77°2′7.1″W (38.8895, -77.0353)
Weather in National Mall right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:46 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 79° / 68°
Drizzle · 39% rain · wind 8 mph
🌧️ 86° / 69°
Showers · 53% rain · wind 11 mph
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 | 6:46 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | April, June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in National Mall
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around National Mall.
Best time to visit National Mall
Go in April, June, August 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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 |
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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 71°F (22°C) with overcast. Humidity is 88% and wind is 3 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 6:46 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 23, 2026 at 6:46 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
