Washington, D.C. Weather Forecast
Washington, D.C. weather: 73°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Washington, D.C.?
Possibly - there is a 41% chance in Washington, D.C. today.
A 41% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,4 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Sat, Sun, Thu and Fri.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (0,4 in against a typical 0,8 in).
16-day forecast for Washington, D.C.
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Aug 22 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 79° / 68° | 41% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | 🌧️ Rain | 85° / 66° | 52% · 0,2 in | 12 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 85° / 61° | 5% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 86° / 64° | 0% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 90° / 68° | 6% | 7 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 91° / 70° | 54% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 69° | 43% · 0,0 in | 4 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 93° / 73° | 17% | 7 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 78° / 71° | 16% · 0,5 in | 7 mph | 4 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 78° / 68° | 19% | 5 mph | 3 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 79° / 69° | 19% · 0,3 in | 5 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 89° / 68° | 23% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 78° / 62° | 25% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 79° / 65° | 27% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 79° / 60° | 29% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 64° | 32% | 8 mph | 7 |
What this means for Washington, D.C.
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.
A 41% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 79°F.
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 - 4 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.
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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 6:19 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 23, 2026 at 6:19 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
