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The Best Time To Visit Washington DC

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Cherry blossoms on the Tidal Basin, Washington DC

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Washington DC Climate


The Capital City of the US has a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The four seasons are very distinct, which makes packing for a trip to Washington DC fairly easy. Be prepared with A Guide To Packing For Your US Self Drive Holiday.

Maximum and Minimum Average Temperature In Washington DC (Fahrenheit)


Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
MAX 43 47 56 67 75 84 89 87 80 68 58 47
MIN 29 31 38 47 56 66 71 70 63 51 41 33
RAIN 2.8 2.7 3.5 3 4 3.8 3.7 2.9 3.7 3.4 3.2 3

RAIN – Rainfall in inches

SNW – Snowfall in inches

T – Trace, or dusting of snow

Maximum and Minimum Average Temperature In Washington DC (Celsius)


Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Max 6 8 13 19 24 29 32 31 27 20 14 8
Min -2 -1 3 8 13 19 22 21 17 11 5 1
Rain 71 69 88 78 101 96 95 74 94 86 80 77

RAIN – Rainfall in inches

SNW – Snowfall in inches

T – Trace, or dusting of snow

School Holidays in Washington DC


Summer break is usually between the last week of June to the third week of August, while the winter break is between the third week of December to the first week of January. The week-long spring break is usually in the first week of April. 

In District of Columbia, Emancipation Day is celebrated on April 15 while Columbus Day is celebrated on the second Monday of October. Know about Public Holidays In The USA.

So When Is The Best Time To Visit?


Like most mid-Atlantic cities, the District is at full bloom in spring, when the weather is comfortably warm. As the capital, Washington DC is a popular tourist spot so travelers planning a visit are advised to make early reservations on accommodations and RV rental. MyDriveHoliday has the best Motorhomes for Hire as well as a list of RV Parks in Washington DC.

Summer


June ushers in the heat of summer, while July is still the hottest month of the year. The temperature can still be high in August, although the humidity through the season gives way to some rainfall in the afternoon. Pack an umbrella with your sunglasses and sunblock.

Autumn


The warmth (and humidity) lingers until September, but October gives way to more pleasant days and cool evenings. Fall provides great weather for outdoor activities, although the nights can get cold so you'll need to bring some warm clothing. The temperature drops in November, a sign that the holidays are just around the corner.

Winter


December brings in the tourists and single-digit temperatures, however January is still the coldest month in the city. The cold continues until February, so if you're traveling during this season, you will need plenty of warm clothes and a positive attitude. 

Spring


It will still be cool in March, but this doesn't stop people from coming in to witness the National Cherry Blossom Festival. April and May have warm days and mild evenings, so you'll still need warm clothing when visiting in Spring.

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