Best time to visit D.C.

Q: When is the best time to visit D.C.?

The best time to visit D.C. (Washington) is May and June based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in D.C.?

The hottest time of year in Washington, D.C. is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 31°C with high heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in D.C.?

In terms of rainfall, August is usually the wettest month in Washington, D.C. with 103mm on average. There are normally 9 days in August with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in D.C.?

The sunniest time of year in Washington, D.C. is normally June with bright sunshine on average for 63% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the best time to visit D.C.?

The best time to visit D.C. (Washington) is May and June based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Which is the hottest month in D.C.?

The hottest time of year in Washington, D.C. is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 31°C with high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in D.C.?

In terms of rainfall, August is usually the wettest month in Washington, D.C. with 103mm on average. There are normally 9 days in August with some rain.

When is it sunniest in D.C.?

The sunniest time of year in Washington, D.C. is normally June with bright sunshine on average for 63% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.