Washington D.C. · June
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 83°F, dipping to 65°F at night. Expect 16 rain days — plan around the radar. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
83° / 65°F
Humidity
69%
Rain days
16/mo
Wind
10 mph
What June feels like in Washington D.C.
Sunrise
05:43
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:34
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Washington D.C. in June
The kit for June in Washington D.C.: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
June vs the surrounding months
vs May
+9° avg high
-1 rain days
Washington D.C. in May →
June
83°F avg high
16 rain days
Best: morning
vs July
-4° avg high
-3 rain days
Washington D.C. in July →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Washington D.C. in June?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Washington D.C. in June?+
Average high 83°F, average low 65°F.
How does June compare to surrounding months in Washington D.C.?+
Compared to May (avg high 75°F), June is warmer. Compared to July (avg high 88°F), June is cooler.
Does it rain often in Washington D.C. in June?+
Expect about 16 measurable rain days in June, on average.