Washington weather in June

June in Washington averages 85°F by day and 68°F at night, with 4.2 inches of precipitation. It is the 3rd-warmest and 2nd-wettest month of the year here.

WashingtonDistrict of ColumbiaPop. 693,645
Average high
85°F+9° vs May
Average low
68°F0 nights below freezing
Precipitation
4.2 in7 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in8 days at 90°F+

Is June a good time to visit Washington?

Yes. June is one of the most comfortable months in Washington by our rule (highs of 62 to 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and under 4.5 inches of precipitation). The most comfortable months overall are April to June and September to October.

Get outside in Washington in June

June is made for being outside. Try Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial. All things to do in Washington.

On June 15 the sun rises at 5:42 am and sets at 8:34 pm, giving 14h 52m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Washington in June

  • Summer clothes, with a light layer for air conditioning
  • An umbrella or rain jacket

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

June nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Washington85°F68°F4.2 in
Arlington, VA5 mi85°F68°F4.2 in
Silver Spring, MD7 mi85°F68°F4.2 in
Alexandria, VA7 mi85°F68°F4.2 in
Bethesda, MD9 mi85°F68°F4.2 in
Reston, VA15 mi83°F62°F4.3 in
Columbia, MD23 mi84°F63°F4.0 in

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Washington in June?

In June, Washington averages a high of 85°F and a low of 68°F, with 4.2 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is June a good time to visit Washington?

Yes. June is one of Washington's most comfortable months by our rule: highs between 62°F and 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and modest rain.

Does it snow in Washington in June?

Rarely. The June snowfall normal is under half an inch.

Before and after: Washington in May and Washington in July. All twelve months: Washington weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Washington Reagan Airport, VA, 3.3 miles from the city center.