Washington, D.C. weather, reported by Milo
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What Washington, D.C. weather usually means for pets
Averages tell you what to plan a wardrobe around. Here is Washington, D.C.'s typical year with a dog-walk comfort rating for each month, using the same bands as the live verdict above.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Typical midday walk |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.8°F / 7°C | 30.1°F / -1°C | Coat weather for small dogs |
| February | 48.3°F / 9°C | 31.8°F / 0°C | Safe — great walk weather |
| March | 56.5°F / 14°C | 38.6°F / 4°C | Safe — great walk weather |
| April | 68°F / 20°C | 48.4°F / 9°C | Fine for most dogs |
| May | 76.5°F / 25°C | 58°F / 14°C | Fine for most dogs |
| June | 85.1°F / 30°C | 67.5°F / 20°C | Risky — early/late only |
| July | 89.6°F / 32°C | 72.4°F / 22°C | Risky — early/late only |
| August | 87.8°F / 31°C | 71°F / 22°C | Risky — early/late only |
| September | 80.7°F / 27°C | 64.1°F / 18°C | Caution — shade & water |
| October | 69.4°F / 21°C | 52.2°F / 11°C | Fine for most dogs |
| November | 58.2°F / 15°C | 41.6°F / 5°C | Safe — great walk weather |
| December | 48.8°F / 9°C | 34.5°F / 1°C | Safe — great walk weather |
Record high: 106°F / 41°C (August 6, 1918 and July 20, 1930) · Record low: -15°F / -26°C (February 11, 1899) · Average snowfall: 13.7″ a year, peaking in February
Climate data: NOAA/NWS 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals (Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport).
Washington, D.C. weather facts every pet owner should know
- Washington's swampy summers are the main pet hazard: July averages an 89.6F high with lows that stay at a muggy 72.4F, so even sunrise walks on the Mall can feel tropical for a thick-coated dog.
- DC winters are relatively gentle, with January average highs of 44.8F, just under the 45F coat line, meaning small and senior dogs want a layer but most breeds can enjoy midday winter walks comfortably.
- The district averages 13.7 inches of snow a year with February the snowiest month, enough for a few salted-sidewalk weeks but far less than most northern cities.
- Records stretch from 106F (1918 and 1930) down to -15F before the Great Blizzard of 1899, though modern winters rarely approach that; humidity, not cold, is what DC pet owners plan around.
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