Washington, D.C. weather today
Live conditions, hourly and 14-day forecast and air quality for Washington, D.C., District of Columbia, United States.
Washington, D.C.
District of Columbia, United States
64°
Overcast
- Feels like
- 66°
- High
- 76°
- Low
- 51°
Overcast, 64° and feels like 66°. No rain expected.
Next 48 hours
- NowOvercast65°1%
- 12 AMOvercast64°2%Thu
- 1 AMOvercast63°4%
- 2 AMOvercast63°9%
- 3 AMOvercast63°14%
- 4 AMOvercast64°13%
- 5 AMLight drizzle63°15%
- 6 AMOvercast64°27%
- 7 AMOvercast64°27%
- 8 AMOvercast65°20%
- 9 AMOvercast69°14%
- 10 AMPartly cloudy69°12%
- 11 AMOvercast73°5%
- 12 PMPartly cloudy75°3%
- 1 PMOvercast76°3%
- 2 PMOvercast76°4%
- 3 PMOvercast75°6%
- 4 PMOvercast73°6%
- 5 PMOvercast71°13%
- 6 PMHeavy drizzle69°33%
- 7 PMOvercast69°7%
- 8 PMOvercast69°18%
- 9 PMOvercast69°19%
- 10 PMOvercast69°33%
- 11 PMOvercast68°21%
- 12 AMOvercast68°23%Fri
- 1 AMOvercast67°19%
- 2 AMOvercast67°35%
- 3 AMOvercast65°44%
- 4 AMOvercast65°50%
- 5 AMOvercast63°52%
- 6 AMOvercast62°42%
- 7 AMOvercast62°34%
- 8 AMLight rain61°42%
- 9 AMRain61°38%
- 10 AMRain59°33%
- 11 AMOvercast59°47%
- 12 PMOvercast58°47%
- 1 PMOvercast59°47%
- 2 PMOvercast60°15%
- 3 PMOvercast60°15%
- 4 PMOvercast60°15%
- 5 PMOvercast60°15%
- 6 PMClear61°15%
- 7 PMClear63°15%
- 8 PMOvercast65°2%
- 9 PMOvercast65°2%
- 10 PMPartly cloudy63°2%
Temperature · vertical lines mark midnight
| Time | Condition | Temperature | Rain chance | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Now | Overcast | 65° | 1% | 3 mph |
| Thu 12 AM | Overcast | 64° | 2% | 3 mph |
| Thu 1 AM | Overcast | 63° | 4% | 5 mph |
| Thu 2 AM | Overcast | 63° | 9% | 4 mph |
| Thu 3 AM | Overcast | 63° | 14% | 4 mph |
| Thu 4 AM | Overcast | 64° | 13% | 4 mph |
| Thu 5 AM | Light drizzle | 63° | 15% | 5 mph |
| Thu 6 AM | Overcast | 64° | 27% | 5 mph |
| Thu 7 AM | Overcast | 64° | 27% | 6 mph |
| Thu 8 AM | Overcast | 65° | 20% | 7 mph |
| Thu 9 AM | Overcast | 69° | 14% | 12 mph |
| Thu 10 AM | Partly cloudy | 69° | 12% | 10 mph |
| Thu 11 AM | Overcast | 73° | 5% | 13 mph |
| Thu 12 PM | Partly cloudy | 75° | 3% | 14 mph |
| Thu 1 PM | Overcast | 76° | 3% | 14 mph |
| Thu 2 PM | Overcast | 76° | 4% | 13 mph |
| Thu 3 PM | Overcast | 75° | 6% | 12 mph |
| Thu 4 PM | Overcast | 73° | 6% | 9 mph |
| Thu 5 PM | Overcast | 71° | 13% | 7 mph |
| Thu 6 PM | Heavy drizzle | 69° | 33% | 7 mph |
| Thu 7 PM | Overcast | 69° | 7% | 4 mph |
| Thu 8 PM | Overcast | 69° | 18% | 5 mph |
| Thu 9 PM | Overcast | 69° | 19% | 2 mph |
| Thu 10 PM | Overcast | 69° | 33% | 5 mph |
| Thu 11 PM | Overcast | 68° | 21% | 5 mph |
| Fri 12 AM | Overcast | 68° | 23% | 3 mph |
| Fri 1 AM | Overcast | 67° | 19% | 2 mph |
| Fri 2 AM | Overcast | 67° | 35% | 3 mph |
| Fri 3 AM | Overcast | 65° | 44% | 3 mph |
| Fri 4 AM | Overcast | 65° | 50% | 4 mph |
| Fri 5 AM | Overcast | 63° | 52% | 3 mph |
| Fri 6 AM | Overcast | 62° | 42% | 7 mph |
| Fri 7 AM | Overcast | 62° | 34% | 2 mph |
| Fri 8 AM | Light rain | 61° | 42% | 5 mph |
| Fri 9 AM | Rain | 61° | 38% | 7 mph |
| Fri 10 AM | Rain | 59° | 33% | 6 mph |
| Fri 11 AM | Overcast | 59° | 47% | 6 mph |
| Fri 12 PM | Overcast | 58° | 47% | 4 mph |
| Fri 1 PM | Overcast | 59° | 47% | 5 mph |
| Fri 2 PM | Overcast | 60° | 15% | 1 mph |
| Fri 3 PM | Overcast | 60° | 15% | 2 mph |
| Fri 4 PM | Overcast | 60° | 15% | 3 mph |
| Fri 5 PM | Overcast | 60° | 15% | 4 mph |
| Fri 6 PM | Clear | 61° | 15% | 3 mph |
| Fri 7 PM | Clear | 63° | 15% | 2 mph |
| Fri 8 PM | Overcast | 65° | 2% | 5 mph |
| Fri 9 PM | Overcast | 65° | 2% | 10 mph |
| Fri 10 PM | Partly cloudy | 63° | 2% | 10 mph |
7-day forecast
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Overcast
- Sunrise
- 6:38 AM
- Sunset
- 5:04 PM
- Daylight
- 10 h 26 min
- UV index
- 4Moderate
- Wind
- 8 mph SGusts 19 mph
- Precipitation
- 0 in
Heavy drizzle
- Sunrise
- 6:39 AM
- Sunset
- 5:03 PM
- Daylight
- 10 h 23 min
- UV index
- 3Moderate
- Wind
- 14 mph SSWGusts 30 mph
- Precipitation
- 0.05 in
Rain
- Sunrise
- 6:40 AM
- Sunset
- 5:02 PM
- Daylight
- 10 h 21 min
- UV index
- 4Moderate
- Wind
- 10 mph NNEGusts 21 mph
- Precipitation
- 0.48 in
Overcast
- Sunrise
- 6:42 AM
- Sunset
- 5:01 PM
- Daylight
- 10 h 19 min
- UV index
- 4Moderate
- Wind
- 13 mph NWGusts 27 mph
- Precipitation
- 0 in
Overcast
- Sunrise
- 6:43 AM
- Sunset
- 5:00 PM
- Daylight
- 10 h 17 min
- UV index
- 4Moderate
- Wind
- 12 mph NWGusts 27 mph
- Precipitation
- 0 in
Overcast
- Sunrise
- 6:44 AM
- Sunset
- 4:59 PM
- Daylight
- 10 h 15 min
- UV index
- 4Moderate
- Wind
- 9 mph NWGusts 23 mph
- Precipitation
- 0 in
Overcast
- Sunrise
- 6:45 AM
- Sunset
- 4:58 PM
- Daylight
- 10 h 13 min
- UV index
- 3Moderate
- Wind
- 4 mph WNWGusts 6 mph
- Precipitation
- 0 in
Air quality
ModerateUS AQI 52, Moderate.
Unusually sensitive people should consider reducing long outdoor exertion.
- PM2.5 (Fine particles)
- 8.4µg/m³
- PM10 (Coarse particles)
- 10.2µg/m³
- O₃ (Ozone)
- 59µg/m³
- NO₂ (Nitrogen dioxide)
- 12.2µg/m³
- SO₂ (Sulphur dioxide)
- 1.7µg/m³
- CO (Carbon monoxide)
- 149µg/m³
Next 24 hours
Peak 11 PM · AQI 52
- 11 PM: AQI 52, Moderate
- 12 AM: AQI 52, Moderate
- 1 AM: AQI 52, Moderate
- 2 AM: AQI 52, Moderate
- 3 AM: AQI 52, Moderate
- 4 AM: AQI 51, Moderate
- 5 AM: AQI 51, Moderate
- 6 AM: AQI 51, Moderate
- 7 AM: AQI 50, Good
- 8 AM: AQI 50, Good
- 9 AM: AQI 50, Good
- 10 AM: AQI 48, Good
- 11 AM: AQI 48, Good
- 12 PM: AQI 47, Good
- 1 PM: AQI 47, Good
- 2 PM: AQI 47, Good
- 3 PM: AQI 47, Good
- 4 PM: AQI 47, Good
- 5 PM: AQI 47, Good
- 6 PM: AQI 47, Good
- 7 PM: AQI 46, Good
- 8 PM: AQI 46, Good
- 9 PM: AQI 45, Good
- 10 PM: AQI 45, Good
Sun
- Sunrise
- 6:38 AM
- Sunset
- 5:04 PM
- Day length
- 10 h 26 min
Golden hour: until about 7:38 AM and from about 4:04 PM, the best soft light for photos.
Current details
- Wind
3 mph
From S · gusts 11 mph
- Humidity
86%
Dew point 60°
Comfortable
- UV index
0Low
No protection needed for most people.
- Pressure
1015 hPa
- Visibility
10 mi
- Cloud cover
100%
- Precipitation
0 in
last hour · 0 in today
Forecast data: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0).
Washington, D.C. weather and climate
Humid subtropical climate. Washington, D.C. has hot, humid summers and cool winters with some snow. The cherry blossoms usually peak in late March or early April, and autumn is mild and clear.
Right now in Washington, D.C.
Overcast, 64° and feels like 66°. No rain expected. Air quality: US AQI 52 (moderate). (as of 11:45 PM local time)
Seasons in Washington, D.C.
| Season | Months | Typical temperature | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 21–31°C | Hot and humid with afternoon storms. |
| Spring | Mar–May | 5–24°C | Mild, with cherry blossoms in late March–April. |
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -2–8°C | Cool to cold, with occasional snow. |
Ranges are typical daily lows to highs, not a forecast. Individual days can be well outside them.
Best time to visit Washington, D.C.
Usually March to May and September to November. Check the 14-day forecast above before you book, and the AQI card if air quality matters to you.
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Washington, D.C. weather FAQ
What is the weather in Washington, D.C. today?
The live temperature, feels-like, rain chance, wind and today's high and low for Washington, D.C. are at the top of this page, with an hourly forecast for the next 48 hours and a 14-day outlook. The data comes from Open-Meteo and refreshes about every 30 minutes.
What is the best time to visit Washington, D.C.?
The most comfortable time to visit Washington, D.C. is usually March to May and September to November. Washington, D.C. has hot, humid summers and cool winters with some snow. The cherry blossoms usually peak in late March or early April, and autumn is mild and clear.
How hot does Washington, D.C. get?
In Washington, D.C., the summer season (June to August) is the warmest time of year, with typical temperatures of 21–31°C. Hot and humid with afternoon storms.
How cold is Washington, D.C. in winter?
In Washington, D.C., the winter season runs from December to February, with typical temperatures of -2–8°C. Cool to cold, with occasional snow.
Is the air quality in Washington, D.C. bad today?
Today's reading is shown live in the air-quality card on this page, as a US AQI number with PM2.5 and PM10 levels and an hourly trend. Air quality in Washington, D.C. changes with the weather: calm, dry spells let pollution build up, while wind and rain clear it. Check the hourly AQI before outdoor exercise, especially if you have asthma or a heart or lung condition.
Today's air quality is in the live AQI card. New to reading forecasts? The weather guide explains rain chance, feels-like, AQI and UV bands.
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