District of Columbia Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in District of Columbia, the United States of America in April.

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Washington

Planning a getaway to District of Columbia, the United States of America this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in District of Columbia in April

District of Columbia, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. April in District of Columbia generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Washington.

For a closer look at conditions across District of Columbia, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

April is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 86 mm (3.4 in) in Washington.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Washington enjoys approximately 227 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore District of Columbia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in District of Columbia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Washington)

January6°C (43°F) February7°C (45°F) March13°C (55°F) April20°C (68°F) May24°C (75°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August31°C (88°F) September27°C (81°F) October20°C (68°F) November14°C (57°F) December10°C (50°F)
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Best Places to Visit in District of Columbia in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across District of Columbia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in District of Columbia

What is the weather like in April for the most popular destinonation in District of Columbia, the United States of America?

Washington

In April Washington generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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March
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Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
227 hours
259 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
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District of Columbia weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in District of Columbia, the United States of America in April?

District of Columbia, the United States of America typically experiences perfect weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Washington average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in District of Columbia, the United States of America in April?

Daytime temperatures in Washington peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in April, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

Does District of Columbia, the United States of America get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Washington averages just 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for District of Columbia, the United States of America.

Is April a Good Time to Visit District of Columbia, the United States of America?

We believe that April is one of the best times to visit District of Columbia, the United States of America with overall perfect weather in Washington. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit District of Columbia, the United States of America is in April and September with generally perfect weather in Washington. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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