Verdict: Excellent month
Washington, D.C. Weather in April
April hits the sweet spot in Washington, D.C. — highs around 19°C (66°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 12 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, April is one of the best months of the year to be in Washington, D.C..
Average high
19°C / 66°F
Average low
8°C / 46°F
Rain days
~12
Precipitation
105 mm
What to pack for Washington, D.C. in April
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Evenings turn genuinely cool — pack a warm layer for after dark
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 12 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
April against the rest of the year
Warmest in Washington, D.C.: Jul (32°C / 90°F) · Coolest: Jan (7°C / 45°F) · Wettest: Aug (~16 rain days)
7°
-1°
Jan
10°
0°
Feb
14°
4°
Mar
19°
8°
Apr
23°
12°
May
29°
18°
Jun
32°
21°
Jul
30°
20°
Aug
26°
16°
Sep
20°
11°
Oct
14°
5°
Nov
9°
1°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)