Washington Weather Forecast
Washington weather: 86°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Washington
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 87° / 64° | 1% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌧️ Heavy rain | 91° / 71° | 29% · 1,7 in | 15 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌧️ Heavy rain | 88° / 70° | 42% · 0,4 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 84° / 71° | 6% | 6 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 91° / 69° | 6% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 88° / 75° | 5% | 6 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 92° / 76° | 11% | 8 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 103° / 80° | 22% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 101° / 79° | 26% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 96° / 74° | 21% · 0,2 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 75° / 69° | 22% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 74° / 68° | 36% | 8 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 85° / 66° | 31% | 6 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 81° / 68° | 29% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 4 |
The two-week trend
Cooling. The second half of the window averages 38°F cooler than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 87°F against a August normal of 84°F - 35°F above.
The next 7 days carry about 2.7 times a normal week's rain for August (2,2 in against 0,8 in).
What this means for Washington
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
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+
- 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?
Washington is a city in Washington, D.C.. Its coordinates are 38.9072, -77.0369. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Washington right now?
It is currently 86°F (30°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 28% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Washington?
April, June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Washington, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Washington in?
Washington observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 5:23 PM.
How many people live in Washington?
Washington has a population of approximately 680.000.
What is the nearest airport to Washington?
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?
Popular options include National Mall, Shenandoah National Park, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty, Hudson River and Empire State Building.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - 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 26, 2026 at 5:23 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
