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George Washington University - WeatherCollege Prowler3.08
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Weather Grades:
Quick StatsAverage Precipitation
- Fall - 3.01 in.
- Spring - 3.33 in.
Average Temperature
- Fall - 69°F
- Spring - 66°F
College Prowler Take
DC has a pretty regular four-season climate. When students arrive in late August, it is still very hot and muggy, and the weather stays warm until late fall when the cold front moves in. Winters are pretty cold, and most get caught off-guard by the powerful winds that can tunnel through the city. Remember to bring a wool or down coat, sweaters, long pants, and boots. In the fall and spring, students wear jeans, Capri pants, and light jackets. But get ready for some hot, hot summers when planning to stay in DC. The humidity and heat can be unbearable, so take a dip in the Hall on Virginia Avenue’s rooftop pool or City Hall’s pool to cool off, or hope your internship office is air-conditioned (don’t worry, dorms are). Bring a variety of clothing to GW—pants, shorts, T-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, sweaters, jackets, and coats. You’ll need it all. And don’t forget an umbrella—rain is pretty common in the District.
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bco12 says: George Washington University 2012 Social Sciences  |
Even though it gets chilly in the...
Even though it gets chilly in the winter, the sky is usually clear and sunny. It rarely rains or snows! During the beginning of fall and end of spring, it's hot, so bring clothes for all weather types.
Weather: February 27, 2009
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GWEO says: George Washington University 2010 Area, Ethnic, Cultural, and Gender Studies |
In DC you get the all four...
In DC you get the all four seasons. Some years you'll have a cold winter, some years it won't snow at all. I do recommend bringing rain boots, as they will be needed on several occasions.
Weather: February 27, 2009
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GWJD says: George Washington University 2011 Business |
The weather is about as variable...
The weather is about as variable as it can get. Some days it will be in the 60s and warm, and the next it will feel like winter. It also gets very humid in the summer.
Weather: February 27, 2009
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Anonymous says: |
The weather is cold in winters,...
The weather is cold in winters, hot in summers, and beautiful in the short springs and falls. It does rain a lot, in my opinion. |
Anonymous says: |
DC is unpredictable. It lies...
DC is unpredictable. It lies between northern and southern climates, so you tend to feel both. There was more rain than I expected, and it gets very humid in the spring/early summer. The wind chill can make the winters seem worse than they are. They say snow is rare in DC, but we had two snow days last year. You just never know what to expect. |
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