Best Time to Visit Washington
Best time: Jun, Jul, Aug, May.
Jul is warmest (31.6°C high); May is rainiest (104 mm).
Washington weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6.1 | -3.6 | 80 | 3.2 |
| Feb | 8.4 | -2.3 | 69 | 4.6 |
| Mar | 13.4 | 1.7 | 92 | 6.1 |
| Apr | 19.5 | 6.5 | 78 | 7.9 |
| May | 24.8 | 12.1 | 104 | 8.8 |
| Jun | 29.3 | 17.2 | 87 | 9.2 |
| Jul | 31.6 | 19.9 | 102 | 9.1 |
| Aug | 30.6 | 19.1 | 96 | 8.3 |
| Sep | 27.1 | 15.2 | 95 | 6.9 |
| Oct | 20.9 | 8.4 | 83 | 5.2 |
| Nov | 14.8 | 3.4 | 83 | 3.6 |
| Dec | 9 | -1.1 | 81 | 2.9 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JunJulAugMay
Beaches: JunJulAug
Hiking: AprOctMay
Sightseeing: JunAprMayOct
Washington quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Mar, May, Jul, Aug, Sep): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Washington?
Jun, Jul, Aug, May.
What is the rainiest month?
May, about 104 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 31.6°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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