When to visit
Washington D.C.?

Discover the best time of year, based on historical climate, temperature, and precipitation.

Washington D.C.
District of Columbia · United States of America

The best time to visit Washington D.C. is April, May, October, when the weather, flight prices, and crowds align.consistent weather climate

Climate score
June
73

Excellent climate

🌦Humid

Temperature
18–29°C
Pleasant nights
Feels like
19–30°C
Slightly humid
Precipitation
127mm
Torrential rain · 10 days
Sunshine
11.5h
Partly cloudy
Humidity (%)
69%
Slightly humid
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
-10°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
97
High season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJun97JulAugSepOctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score152037757473486374824919
ClimateColdColdColdMildHumidHumidHot & rainyRainyHumidMildColdCold
Temperature-2–6°C-1–9°C2–13°C8–19°C13–24°C18–29°C21–31°C20–30°C17–26°C11–20°C4–14°C1–9°C
Feels like-6–3°C-5–6°C-2–10°C5–17°C12–24°C19–30°C24–35°C23–33°C18–28°C9–20°C1–11°C-3–6°C
Precipitation84mm
9 days
85mm
9 days
95mm
9 days
94mm
9 days
128mm
12 days
127mm
10 days
176mm
11 days
158mm
11 days
131mm
11 days
91mm
8 days
83mm
6 days
105mm
9 days
Sunshine6.1h
☀︎ 62%
6.7h
☀︎ 62%
8.0h
☀︎ 67%
9.1h
☀︎ 69%
9.2h
☀︎ 64%
11.5h
☀︎ 77%
11.7h
☀︎ 80%
10.8h
☀︎ 79%
8.8h
☀︎ 71%
8.0h
☀︎ 72%
7.6h
☀︎ 75%
5.9h
☀︎ 62%
WindW · 19 km/hW · 19 km/hNW · 20 km/hW · 19 km/hW · 16 km/hSW · 16 km/hSW · 14 km/hSW · 13 km/hN · 14 km/hW · 16 km/hW · 17 km/hW · 17 km/h
Humidity (%)68%66%64%64%71%69%72%75%74%74%69%72%
Day length9.8h10.8h12.0h13.2h14.3h14.8h14.6h13.6h12.4h11.2h10.1h9.5h
Tourist CrowdsLow seasonLow seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh season
Events & Festivals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Independence Day Celebration
National Cherry Blossom Festival
Capital Pride
Marine Corps Marathon
National Christmas Tree Lighting
Smithsonian Folklife Festival
Passport DC
Events & Festivals
  • Independence Day CelebrationholidaySignature event
    July· 500k+ visitors

    Celebrate the Fourth of July in the nation's capital with a spectacular parade, free concerts, and an iconic fireworks d…

  • National Cherry Blossom FestivalnatureSignature event
    March, April· 500k+ visitors

    Experience the breathtaking beauty of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, celebrating the arrival of spring with stunn…

  • Capital Pridecultural
    June· 50k+ visitors

    Join the vibrant Capital Pride celebration, a multi-day event culminating in a parade and festival that champions the LG…

  • Marine Corps Marathonsports
    October· 50k+ visitors

    Participate in or cheer on runners at the Marine Corps Marathon, known as 'The People's Marathon,' which winds through i…

  • National Christmas Tree Lightingholiday
    November· 50k+ visitors

    Witness the festive start to the holiday season at the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse, near th…

  • Smithsonian Folklife Festivalcultural
    June, July· 50k+ visitors

    Explore diverse cultures and traditions at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, an annual outdoor event on the National Ma…

  • Passport DCcultural
    May· 5k+ visitors

    Embark on a global journey during Passport DC, a month-long celebration in May where many foreign embassies open their d…

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Washington D.C.?

The best time to visit Washington D.C. is October, April, May, September, June, with temperatures between 8 °C and 29 °C. The best month is October. October is high season.

What is the weather like in Washington D.C.?

Washington D.C. has a climate with an overall score of 5.2/10. Annual temperatures range from -2 °C to 31 °C.

What is the hottest month in Washington D.C.?

The hottest month in Washington D.C. is July, with average highs of 31 °C and lows of 21 °C.

What is the rainiest month in Washington D.C.?

The rainiest month in Washington D.C. is July, with an average of 176 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in Washington D.C.?

Peak season in Washington D.C. is March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. This is the most popular period, with the highest tourism levels and prices.

When is shoulder season in Washington D.C.?

Washington D.C. does not have a clearly defined shoulder season based on available data.