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United StatesThe climate of Washington
The current climate in Washington features temperatures ranging from a high of 33°C to a low of 7°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 21°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -1°C and in the warmer months around 22°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Washington, United States.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Washington in recent years was 42°C in August 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -10°C in December 2016.
Precipitation and snowfall
On average, Washington gets 992 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 19 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate in Washington is based on weather data from . Other places, like New York City, Miami or Los Angeles, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Washington to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Washington?
The best time to visit Washington for sunny weather is April through October. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Washington. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Washington
The climate table of Washington shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 7 | 9 | 15 | 20 | 26 | 31 | 33 | 32 | 28 | 22 | 16 | 11 |
| Temp. min (°C) | -1 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 15 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 18 | 11 | 5 | 1 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 65 | 97 | 55 | 87 | 117 | 84 | 88 | 116 | 59 | 92 | 69 | 63 |
| Snow (cm) | 7,3 | 7,3 | 2,7 | 0,1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,1 | 0,6 |
| UV Index | 2 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Washington, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Washington
Yearly Temperature in Washington
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Washington, United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Washington
Total Yearly Precipitation in Washington
Average Snowfall per Month in Washington
Total Yearly Snowfall in Washington
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Washington, United States. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Washington
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Average weather in Washington by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Washington. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.