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District of Columbia Weather and climate

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

District of Columbia year round climate
  • Spring (March–May): Average 10.3–19.6°C, pleasant climate, temperatures gradually rising, higher rainfall. Common activities: Visiting museums, hiking in national parks. Recommended clothing: Comfortable long-sleeved shirts, light jackets, comfortable shoes.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 24.8–27.9°C, hot and humid, higher rainfall, especially in July. Common activities: Outdoor swimming, visiting national historical sites. Recommended clothing: Breathable short-sleeved shirts, shorts, light shoes.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 16.3–22.7°C, pleasant and refreshing climate, temperatures gradually decreasing, lower rainfall. Common activities: Enjoying autumn colors, visiting museums. Recommended clothing: Light jackets, long-sleeved shirts, comfortable shoes.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 4.4–7.0°C, cold, higher rainfall, occasional snowfall. Common activities: Visiting indoor museums and art galleries. Recommended clothing: Warm coats, hats, scarves, gloves.
District of Columbia climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 16°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 989 mm / Summer humidity: 60%–80% / Rainiest month: July

District of Columbia monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
4.4°C
94.7
February
7°C
49.3
March
10.3°C
78.3
April
15.5°C
80.3
May
19.6°C
101.7
June
24.8°C
52.3
July
27.9°C
160.3
August
26.4°C
90.7
September
22.7°C
69.7
October
16.3°C
42
November
11.4°C
59
December
5.8°C
111.3
District of Columbia weather for the next seven days
10/13
Monday
Moderate rain
16.9°C/13.1°C
10/14
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
20°C/11°C
10/15
Wednesday
Sunny
18.6°C/12.1°C
10/16
Thursday
Sunny
18.1°C/7.1°C
10/17
Friday
Sunny
18.6°C/6°C
10/18
Saturday
Sunny
22.3°C/10.5°C
10/19
Sunday
Patchy rain nearby
24.1°C/14.1°C

District of Columbia FAQ

Best time to visit DC?
Spring (March to May) and fall (September to November) are the best times to visit DC. Enjoy the cherry blossoms in bloom in the spring, and enjoy the mild climate and abundant foliage in the fall.
Must-visit attractions?
Must-visit attractions include the White House, Lincoln Memorial, Capitol Building, Museum of African American History and Culture, and more.