July weather forecast
District of Columbia, USA

July stands as the pinnacle of summer in the District of Columbia. It is not only the warmest month of the year but also the one where the city truly feels the intensity of the summer season. Temperatures frequently venture into the high 80s°F and can even touch the 90s°F on particularly hot days. This marks a significant escalation from the conditions observed in June.

The increased heat is paired with elevated levels of humidity, making the climate both hot and muggy. Afternoons in July are particularly sultry, and many residents and visitors opt to stay indoors during peak hours, preferring the comfort of air-conditioned environments.

While July experiences fewer rain showers than some earlier months, the city is not immune to occasional summer storms. These are often characterized by heavy downpours and can be accompanied by thunder and lightning. Such storms, though brief, offer a momentary respite from the sweltering heat.

The fervor of summer sees Washington, D.C.'s landmarks and attractions teeming with tourists. The Fourth of July, the U.S. Independence Day, is a major highlight, with the city hosting grand celebrations, parades, and fireworks. This makes the National Mall and its surroundings especially vibrant and bustling.

Despite the heat, evening activities are quite popular. As the sun sets and temperatures drop slightly, many indulge in outdoor dining, visit local festivals, or simply take a stroll by the Potomac River.

In comparison to the upcoming month of August, July is often slightly warmer, capturing the essence of a typical D.C. summer. Across the entirety of the District, this summery atmosphere is consistent, with no notable disparities in weather patterns from one area to the next.

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• Washington - July »
  The month with the most sunshine is July, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine. The months with the lowest humidity in Washington are April and July, with an average relative humidity of 71%.
• Shepherd Park - July »
  The least humid month in Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, is July, with an average relative humidity of 69%. The month with the most sunshine in Shepherd Park is July, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.
• Colonial Village - July »
  July, characterized by an average high temperature of 88°F (31.1°C) and a low temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C), is generally the warmest month in Colonial Village, District of Columbia. July has the most sunshine of the year in Colonial Village, District of Columbia, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.
• Hawthorne - July »
  The month of July, characterized by an average high of 87.4°F (30.8°C) and a low of 69.6°F (20.9°C), is recognized as the warmest in Hawthorne, District of Columbia. The average sunshine duration in July in Hawthorne, District of Columbia, is 10.6h.