The best time to visit Washington
Month-by-month climate averages for Washington, DC, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.
The most comfortable time to visit Washington 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.
Washington 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 Washington forecast — and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.
Washington weather by month
what to expect in Washington through the yearHere is Washington'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 Washington by season.