Washington Weather Forecast
Washington weather: 69°F, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Sep 17 | 🌧️ Heavy rain | 92° / 67° | 33% · 1,2 in | 9 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Sep 18 | ☁️ Overcast | 85° / 70° | 12% | 8 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Sep 19 | ☁️ Overcast | 76° / 68° | 3% | 9 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Sep 20 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 86° / 69° | 52% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Sep 21 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 73° / 65° | 52% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 3 |
| Tue, Sep 22 | 🌧️ Showers | 65° / 58° | 44% · 1,5 in | 13 mph | 0 |
| Wed, Sep 23 | 🌧️ Rain | 63° / 58° | 37% · 1,2 in | 10 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Sep 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 67° / 62° | 26% | 6 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Sep 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 78° / 59° | 21% | 13 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Sep 26 | ☀️ Clear sky | 70° / 53° | 14% | 13 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Sep 27 | ☀️ Clear sky | 73° / 52° | 9% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Sep 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 77° / 55° | 10% | 6 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 79° / 57° | 18% | 6 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Sep 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 76° / 66° | 22% | 6 mph | 3 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 76°F against a September normal of 79°F - 35°F below.
The next 7 days carry about 4.1 times a normal week's rain for September (4,0 in against 1,0 in).
What this means for Washington
Today is warmer than average for September. The forecast high of 92°F is 13°F above the 79°F typical for this month.
A 33% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel. Around 1,2 in is forecast, which is enough to 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 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 - 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 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 69°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 87% and wind is 4 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 7:16 AM.
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 September 17, 2026 at 7:16 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
