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The best time to visit Arlington

Month-by-month climate averages for Arlington, VA, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.

Short answer

The most comfortable time to visit Arlington is usually April, May and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest July rain is behind you.

Arlington is warmest in July (highs near 89°F) and coldest in January (lows around 32°F), with roughly 47 inches of precipitation across the year and July the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is April, May and October.

These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Arlington forecast — and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.

Arlington weather by month

what to expect in Arlington through the year

Here is Arlington's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Arlington by season.

Jan
48°
32°
Cool
Feb
52°
33°
Cool
Mar
57°
38°
Cool
Apr
69°
48°
Mild
May
74°
54°
Warm
Jun
85°
63°
Hot
Jul
89°
70°
Hot
Wettest
Aug
85°
67°
Hot
Sep
79°
62°
Warm
Oct
69°
50°
Mild
Nov
58°
41°
Mild
Dec
48°
34°
Cool

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Arlington?
The most comfortable time to visit Arlington is usually April, May and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest July rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Arlington?
July is the warmest month in Arlington, averaging highs near 89°F.
What is the coldest month in Arlington?
January is the coldest month in Arlington, with lows around 32°F.
When is the rainy season in Arlington?
The wettest month in Arlington is usually July, out of roughly 47 inches of precipitation across the year.

Arlington month by month