Washington, D.C. Weather Forecast
Washington, D.C. weather: 69°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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 69°F (21°C) in Washington, D.C. with overcast. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 68°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - 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 cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 74°F is 10.1°F below the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, 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.
Weather in Washington, D.C. right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:53 AM, Aug 22 local time.
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Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for Washington, D.C.
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Aug 22 | 🌧️ Rain | 74° / 68° | 30% · 0,2 in | 8 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 87° / 67° | 19% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 83° / 66° | 2% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 87° / 65° | 0% | 7 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 91° / 69° | 17% | 7 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light showers | 85° / 72° | 53% · 0,5 in | 7 mph | 3 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 88° / 70° | 50% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 88° / 69° | 19% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 85° / 68° | 22% | 7 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 90° / 69° | 18% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌧️ Showers | 93° / 71° | 22% · 0,5 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 89° / 70° | 30% | 6 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 86° / 71° | 33% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 85° / 70° | 22% | 8 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 79° / 72° | 14% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 24% | -- | — |
Climate in Washington, D.C. 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° | 25° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 45° | 29° | 2,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 60° | 40° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 69° | 49° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 74° | 57° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 86° | 67° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 89° | 71° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 84° | 67° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 79° | 62° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 50° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 57° | 40° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 32° | 4,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Air quality and pollen in Washington, D.C.
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
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Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.
Best time to visit Washington, D.C.
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.
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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 69°F (21°C) with overcast. Humidity is 89% 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 9:53 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather 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 August 22, 2026 at 9:53 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
