Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Washington, DC in April
Washington, DC warms up: highs climb to 65°F (18°C), from 52°F in March, with lows of 44°F (7°C) and about 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain.
April opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 84/100 (2nd of 12).
- Avg high
- 65°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 3.6 in (92 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 02 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What April feels like
Highs near 65°F (18°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 44°F (7°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.6 in (92 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around April
April is one of Washington, DC's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: April & May and September & October.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 7°C (12°F) from March.
- Comfort improves from 65/100 in March to 84/100.
- April sits inside the Mar – Jun window our Capital Cities Corridor route recommends.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 44°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Washington, DC in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Lincoln Memorial
Daniel Chester French's seated Lincoln, facing the Reflecting Pool and Washington Monument.
National Air and Space Museum
Wright Flyer, Apollo 11 command module and the Spirit of St. Louis.
Union Market
Food hall in a market building with local vendors, oysters and Korean, Indian and Latin stalls.
Round Robin Bar
Circular bar in the Willard hotel where the mint julep came to Washington.
Ben's Chili Bowl
U Street landmark since 1958, known for the chili half-smoke.
Why now April scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in April
- Baltimore in April~35 mi · highs 64°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lancaster in April~87 mi · highs 62°F, 3.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Kennett Square in April~96 mi · highs 62°F, 3.8 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Richmond in April~97 mi · highs 69°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Georgetown and National Mall & Downtown.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Washington, DC in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Washington, DC?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 84/100. Expect highs of 65°F (18°C) and 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain. April is inside the Mar – Jun window our Capital Cities Corridor route recommends.
How hot is Washington, DC in April?
Average highs are 65°F (18°C) and average lows 44°F (7°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Washington, DC in April?
Some: about 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.4 in (1152 mm).
What should I pack for Washington, DC in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 44°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Washington, DC
Routes in season in April
- Capital Cities Corridor Mar – Jun
Planning Washington, DC in April?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.