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| Temp (°C) | 32° 24° | 27° 23° | 27° 21° | 30° 22° | 29° 21° | 27° 19° | 31° 20° |
| Precipitation | 39% | 30% | 94% | 67% | 16% | 5% | 15% |
| Humidity | 66% | 67% | 79% | 74% | 68% | 66% | 68% |
| Wind | 17 km/h | 14 km/h | 14 km/h | 13 km/h | 16 km/h | 15 km/h | 11 km/h |
Best time to visit Washington, D.C.
The best times to visit Washington, D.C. are March to May and September to November, when conditions are generally comfortable for walking and outdoor sightseeing. Summer is hot, humid and wetter, with hurricane risk noted from June to November, while winter is chilly with occasional snow or ice.
JanuaryTemp (°C)3°Rain (mm)64Sun Hours5Dry Days20
January is wintry, around -1°C to 7°C, with occasional snow, ice and freezing rain. Museums suit indoor days, while outdoor sightseeing can be disrupted by icy conditions.
FebruaryTemp (°C)4°Rain (mm)62Sun Hours6Dry Days18
February is chilly, around 0°C to 9°C, with occasional snow or ice but relatively limited rain. Pack for changeable conditions during museum and monument visits.
MarchTemp (°C)9°Rain (mm)95Sun Hours7Dry Days21
March is cool, around 4°C to 14°C, with occasional rain and possible late snow. Cherry blossoms may appear during the month, though peak bloom timing varies.
AprilTemp (°C)14°Rain (mm)78Sun Hours8Dry Days18
April is mild, around 9°C to 19°C, with rain spread across the month. Cherry blossoms and comfortable temperatures make it a strong month for outdoor monuments and neighbourhoods.
MayTemp (°C)19°Rain (mm)93Sun Hours9Dry Days20
May is pleasantly mild, around 14°C to 24°C, with regular showers. The National Mall, gardens and neighbourhoods are comfortable for walking, though rainwear remains useful.
JuneTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)92Sun Hours10Dry Days18
June is warm and humid, around 19°C to 29°C, with regular rain and a risk of tropical-storm effects. Storms can bring heavy rain, wind or flooding and may disrupt plans.
JulyTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)96Sun Hours10Dry Days21
July is hot and humid, around 22°C to 32°C, with frequent rain and hurricane risk. Heat can make long outdoor walks tiring, while storms may bring heavy rain, wind or flooding.
AugustTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)94Sun Hours9Dry Days20
August is very hot and humid, around 21°C to 31°C, with heavy summer showers, tropical-storm remnants and hurricane risk. Storms can cancel plans and bring flooding.
SeptemberTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)96Sun Hours8Dry Days18
September is warm, around 18°C to 27°C, with regular rain and hurricane risk. Tropical-storm remnants can bring heavy rain, wind or flooding, but outdoor sightseeing remains feasible between showers.
OctoberTemp (°C)16°Rain (mm)79Sun Hours7Dry Days20
October is mild, around 11°C to 20°C, with rain spread through the month and hurricane risk. Comfortable conditions support walking between museums, monuments and leafy neighbourhoods.
NovemberTemp (°C)9°Rain (mm)77Sun Hours5Dry Days20
November is cool, around 4°C to 14°C, with regular rain and hurricane risk. Layered clothing suits museum visits and outdoor landmarks, though late-month days can feel wintry.
DecemberTemp (°C)5°Rain (mm)72Sun Hours5Dry Days20
December is cool, around 1°C to 9°C, with regular rain and occasional snow or ice. Indoor attractions work well, while outdoor sightseeing calls for warm layers and flexible plans.
Sources: weathermonth.com, cherryblossomwatch.com
DC Monuments by Night: 10+ Landmarks | Open-Top Upgrade Available
Cost: From 58 USD · Duration: 3 hours · ★ 4.7 (7,244 reviews)
See a different side of Washington DC after dark on a guided night tour of the city's floodlit monuments. This tour runs on our standard enclosed coach — or you can upgrade at booking to our small-group convertible (open-top in warm months, glass-top in winter) for fresh air and unobstructed views. Choose your vehicle in the booking options below.
DC Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, National Mall, Tickets
Cost: From 63 USD · Duration: 3 hours · ★ 4.6 (5,864 reviews)
Experience Washington DC lit up at night during this 3-Hour Guided Night Tour of the National Mall and Monuments. Make your way through the city at night via temperature-controlled coach bus, learning about sites you pass along the way. Travelers will have a chance to stop at 10 top sites for photos including the White House, US Capitol, MLK Jr Mem
Washington DC Monuments by Moonlight Tour by Trolley
Cost: From 59.95 USD · Duration: 2.5 hours · ★ 4.6 (4,177 reviews)
You haven't seen Washington DC until you've seen it at night! On this evening 100% live narrated tour, you'll enjoy the sights and sounds of Washington DC, and see first-hand how Washington turns into a magical city when the sun goes down. You cannot miss this experience of a lifetime! Select one of these two departure points: Union Station 50 Mass
Hop-On Hop-Off Tour, Arlington Audio Tour, & Optional Sunset Tour
Cost: From 45 USD · ★ 3.5 (4,022 reviews)
Explore Washington, D.C. with the Official Tour of the National Mall. As the National Park Service's authorized concessionaire, Big Bus takes you closer to the city's iconic monuments and memorials, with a portion of every ticket supporting their preservation. Hop on and off at 18 stops to create your own itinerary and discover landmarks such as th
Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + boat cruise
Cost: From 89 USD · Duration: 6 hours · ★ 4.7 (3,703 reviews)
Board your glamourous, climate-controlled panoramic bus at the U.S. Navy Memorial for one of the best bus tours in Washington DC! Expanding on our popular Highlights Tour, this six-hour excursion also includes a lunch break and the opportunity to travel through the Tidal Basin. See the very best of Washington DC in one day! Enjoy guided walks aroun
Washington DC Monuments Tour by Electric Cart Day and Night
Cost: From 54 USD · Duration: 2 hours · ★ 4.8 (3,159 reviews)
Experience a whole different side of Washington, DC during our Monuments tour! Climb into our all-electric Red Roadsters and tour the National Mall in style while enjoying the magic of the monuments, White House, and Capitol Hill!
DC Monuments & Capitol Hill Highlights Tour by Electric Cart
Cost: From 54 USD · Duration: 2 hours · ★ 4.8 (3,086 reviews)
Experience a whole different side of Washington, DC during our Monuments by day tour! Climb into our all-electric Red Roadsters and tour the National Mall in style while enjoying the moonlit magic of the monuments, White House, and Capitol Hill!
Washington DC Hop-On Hop-off Trolley Tour with 15 Stops
Cost: From 54.95 USD · Duration: 1.5 hours · ★ 4.1 (2,797 reviews)
Enjoy a 90-minute Hop-on Hop-off panoramic trolley tour of Washington, DC. The tour route will maximize your time and provide you with a great introduction to Washington, DC’s beautiful scenery and rich history. Join us aboard our custom-built Stadium Trolleys featuring stadium seating where every view is a great one. The Trolley will make 15 stops
Arlington Cemetery Small-Group Tour & Changing of the Guards
Cost: From 69 USD · ★ 4.9 (2,783 reviews)
Witness the solemn Changing of the Guard ceremony from a prime viewing spot on this guided walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Learn the full history of the Tomb of the Unknowns and the soldiers that guard it day and night. Explore the cemetery’s history from its beginnings in the Civil War to today and visit key memorials including the JF
VIP Best of DC with US Capitol + National Archives Reserved Entry
Cost: From 129 USD · Duration: 8.5 hours · ★ 4.6 (2,560 reviews)
Get the presidential treatment with the most comprehensive Washington DC day tour! The tour includes reserved access to the National Archives Building and the U.S. Capitol Building! For smaller groups, fresh air & uninterrupted views, upgrade to our convertible tour bus! Your tour includes guided stops at the White House (outside only), the Nationa
Brief
- Try local specialties including the half-smoke sausage, Chesapeake-style seafood, Ethiopian dishes, and Washington-style mumbo sauce.
- Labor Day falls on September 7, 2026. Expect heavier road traffic and busy airports around the holiday period, particularly on routes in and out of the Washington metropolitan area (
axios.com).
Safety and health
- Avoid touching wild mammals, bats, raccoons, skunks, and foxes. Seek urgent medical care after any bite, scratch, or possible bat exposure because rabies is almost invariably fatal after symptoms begin (
wikivoyage.org).
- Lyme disease is present in the Mid-Atlantic region, including wooded areas and open fields around Washington. Use tick repellent and check clothing and skin after hiking; seek medical advice for flu-like symptoms after a tick exposure (
- Medical care in the United States can be extremely expensive. Confirm that travel insurance covers the U.S. and understand emergency-care costs before travelling (
cdc.gov |
Recent News
- National Guard troops have continued patrolling Washington, D.C., with the deployment reportedly extended through Inauguration Day 2029. Visitors may encounter increased armed security and restrictions around government areas and major events (
npr.org).
- A D.C. police officer died after being shot inside the Metropolitan Police Department’s Second District station in Northwest Washington on August 31. Authorities said there was no indication that another party was involved; the incident is not reported to pose a general threat to visitors (
dcnewsnow.com).
