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Today weather in Washington, D.C.
Tuesday, July 21st, 2026
37°
Sunny
Feels like 45° · Low 22°
Official weather alert: Small Craft Advisory. A scorching day is predicted for Washington, D.C. Today with temperatures soaring to a blistering 37 °C and settling to a still-warm 22 °C at night. It'll be quite breezy in Washington, D.C. Today with average wind speeds of 28 km/h. Intermittent light showers are likely, with about 1.03 mm expected.
37° / 22°
Temp
57%
Rain
28 km/h
Wind
72%
Humidity
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Washington, D.C. hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | 24.8° | 25.5° | 24.8° | 24.9° | 24.8° | 24.6° | Sunrise | 24.3° | 24.6° | 25.6° | 26.7° | 26.7° | 30.5° | 32.7° | 34.2° | 35.7° | 35.1° | 35.9° | 37.2° | 36.7° | 25.3° | 25° | Sunset | 24.6° | 22.8° | 22.2° | |
| Feels like | 18.5° | 21.1° | 18.8° | 18.9° | 18.6° | 18.7° | 18.4° | 18.7° | 21.8° | 27.6° | 29.5° | 34.9° | 37.3° | 38.4° | 39.2° | 37.5° | 39° | 44.5° | 40.9° | 21.1° | 19.5° | 18.3° | 16.2° | 15.9° | |||
| wind speed | 12 km/h | 12 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 11 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 11 km/h | 12 km/h | 10 km/h | 13 km/h | 17 km/h | 19 km/h | 17 km/h | 29 km/h | 6 km/h | 5 km/h | 8 km/h | 12 km/h | 13 km/h | 12 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 150° | 149° | 142° | 163° | 180° | 184° | 183° | 199° | 204° | 205° | 199° | 208° | 218° | 229° | 217° | 230° | 225° | 307° | 266° | 253° | 200° | 179° | 192° | 195° | |||
| wind direction | SSE | SSE | SE | SSE | S | S | S | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | NW | W | WSW | SSW | S | SSW | SSW | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.4 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 7% | 17% | 10% | 23% | 14% | 13% | 18% | 12% | 16% | 12% | 9% | 5% | 4% | 3% | 2% | 1% | 2% | 11% | 2% | 9% | 10% | 48% | 39% | 54% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 75% | 79% | 84% | 86% | 87% | 89% | 88% | 86% | 81% | 77% | 76% | 65% | 56% | 49% | 42% | 40% | 40% | 46% | 41% | 77% | 79% | 84% | 95% | 96% | |||
| dew point | 20.1° | 21.7° | 21.9° | 22.3° | 22.6° | 22.7° | 22.1° | 22.2° | 22.1° | 22.4° | 22.3° | 23.1° | 22.6° | 21.9° | 20.7° | 19.6° | 20.3° | 23.8° | 21.2° | 20.9° | 21.2° | 21.7° | 22° | 21.5° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 16 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 5 km | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 9 km | |||
| cloud cover | 0% | 70% | 1% | 79% | 19% | 11% | 21% | 5% | 61% | 45% | 100% | 16% | 30% | 29% | 22% | 12% | 26% | 86% | 0% | 19% | 15% | 75% | 76% | 78% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0.9 | 2.4 | 4.6 | 6.4 | 8.2 | 9.1 | 7.1 | 4.6 | 2.9 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Washington, D.C. today
The weather in Washington, D.C. today is expected to be noticeably warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 37 °C, compared to an average of 32.4 °C for July 21st in recent years.
temperatures
37 °C
rain
1 mm
wind
28 km/h
UV
Very High
Washington, D.C. daylight overview ☀️
Today in Washington, D.C., The sun rises at 05:59 and sets at 20:29, giving a total daylight duration of 14 hours and 30 minutes.
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The weather today in Washington, D.C. - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Washington, D.C.?
The maximum temperature for today in Washington, D.C. is expected to be 37° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Washington, D.C.? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 57% chance of rain in Washington, D.C. today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Washington, D.C.? 🌀
The wind in Washington, D.C. is expected to blow at 28 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Washington, D.C. today?
Given the forecast of 37 °C with a 57% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Washington, D.C. today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Washington, D.C. today?
The sun is expected to rise at 05:59 and set at 20:29 in Washington, D.C..
How accurate is the weather forecast Washington, D.C. today? ✅
Washington, D.C. weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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