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Monthly climate ·Washington D.C. weather in August

In August, Washington D.C. averages around 29° by day and 20° at night, with 14 rain days a month — about a 44% chance of rain on any given day.

By day

29°C

At night

20°C

Daily rain chance

44%

Rain days a month

14

Monthly precipitation

159 mm

Sunshine hours a day

10.6

Average of 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo archive). Typical climate — not a forecast.

Is August a good time to visit Washington D.C.?

August is a rainy month in Washington D.C. — 14 rain days on average. Fine if you do not mind the rain, and usually a cheaper season too.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the weather in Washington D.C. in August?
In August, temperatures in Washington D.C. average between 20° at night and 29° by day, with 14 rain days a month (average of 2016–2025).
How much rain falls in Washington D.C. in August?
Washington D.C. gets about 159 mm of rain in August on average, spread over roughly 14 rain days.
Is August a good time to visit Washington D.C.?
August is a rainy month in Washington D.C. — 14 rain days on average. Fine if you do not mind the rain, and usually a cheaper season too.