District of Columbia weather in May
Considering a trip to District of Columbia this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in District of Columbia in May?
District of Columbia is a region in the United States of America. May in District of Columbia generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C and nighttime temperatures around 14°C in Washington.
May is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 106 mm in Washington. Meanwhile, Washington enjoys close to 259 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
For specific regional insights in District of Columbia for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our District of Columbia climate page.
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Average weather in Washington
In May Washington generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is May the best time to visit District of Columbia?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Washington, May might be a good time to visit District of Columbia. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April and September offering mostly perfect weather in Washington. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.
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